The sunny weather has sparked an increase in doorstep scams involving garden or outside maintenance in Cornwall.

Now trading standards officers are urging residents to be vigilant after a surge in reported incidents.

Different scams have included gardening and tree surgery work for unnecessary and over-priced repairs.

Residents are asked to report concerns to trading standards officers via the Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 03454 04 05 06; alternatively, if you see a suspected rogue trader working on a property in your area, call the police on 101.