Sidmouth tarmac scam beware

SIDMOUTH residents are being warned of scam artists offering to tarmac their drive. The warning has been issued by police as they believe the fraudsters are back in the area. They usually offer to tarmac the drive at a reduced price but then charge throu

SIDMOUTH residents are being warned of scam artists offering to tarmac their drive. The warning has been issued by police as they believe the fraudsters are back in the area.

They usually offer to tarmac the drive at a reduced price but then charge through the roof and carry out a shoddy job.

A police spokesperson said: "If anyone comes to the door offering this service make sure they are reputable.