Be on your guard against bogus doorstep callers. That's the message from trading standards and Dyfed Powys Police in Pembrokeshire. The dangers of local doorstep crime are being highlighted on today (Friday) as part of the National Rogue Trader Day. Householders are being advised of simple steps on how to deal with uninvited doorstep callers. Nigel Watts, trading standards manager with Pembrokeshire County Council's public protection department, advised: • Do not let uninvited doorstep callers in • Confirm their identity • Be suspicious if they a) pressurise you to make a decision b) claim the offer is only available that day c) refuse to give you their details in writing d)claim they are unable to call back • Allow yourself time to think the offer over • Get quotes from other local traders for the same work or goods • Know what you are signing • Consider paying by cheque or credit card. You may have added protection if you pay by credit card. PC Max Bevan from Pembrokeshire police said it was very rare nowadays for genuine traders to call door to door. "If you have somebody call with you unexpectedly offering goods or services don't be tempted even if on the face of it, it appears to be a bargain - it often isn't. Our advice is to always use genuine and established traders." To mark National Rogue Trader Day today (Friday), police and trading standards officers will be hosting a stand at County Hall with free advice leaflets and window stickers. Pembrokeshire County Council will also be distributing them to the elderly and vulnerable throughout the county. If you receive a suspicious call and need advice, report the matter to Consumer Direct Wales on 08454 04 05 06 - Welsh line 08454 04 05 05. Or contact the police on 0845 330 2000.