The Lambton County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has alerted community members to recent reports of individuals approaching homes with unsolicited offers of "discounted" driveway paving. These scammers often use high-pressure tactics to secure quick decisions from homeowners and may demand cash payments upfront. The resulting work is frequently of poor quality, significantly […]
The Lambton County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has alerted community members to recent reports of individuals approaching homes with unsolicited offers of "discounted" driveway paving.
These scammers often use high-pressure tactics to secure quick decisions from homeowners and may demand cash payments upfront. The resulting work is frequently of poor quality, significantly overpriced, or is abandoned before completion.
The OPP encourages all residents to remain vigilant and take the following steps to protect themselves from this type of fraud:
Be cautious of unsolicited offers at your door.
Do not feel pressured to make immediate decisions.
Request written estimates and verify references before agreeing to any work.
Never pay in full until the work has been completed to your satisfaction.
If something feels suspicious, trust your instincts and refuse the service.
The Lambton County OPP is committed to protecting residents and preventing fraud within our communities. Staying informed and reporting suspicious behaviour helps keep everyone safe.
Anyone who encounters suspicious individuals or believes they may have been targeted by a scammer is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. For emergencies, call 911.
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