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01212855257

☎️ 01212855257 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by AQL Wholesale Ltd. It is part of the phone block 121285 with a prefix of 0121. The area code 0121 originates from Birmingham.

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+441212855257+44 121 285 52570121 285 5257+44-121-285-5257

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TimeLine of events for phone number 01212855257

  • Suspicious call about home insulation
    Jun
    2020
  • Unsolicited call from government scheme
    Feb
    2020
  • Multiple repetitive calls from automated "Tom"
    Feb
    2020
  • Beware of loft insulation scam
    Jan
    2020
  • Area residents complaining about loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Missed call, potential scam warning
    Jan
    2020
  • Be aware of potential scam
    Jan
    2020
  • Unwanted call about home insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Missed call, no voicemail, ignore back
    Jan
    2020
  • Avoid calls about loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Frequent unwanted calls from Tom
    Jan
    2020
  • Questioning importance of caller
    Jan
    2020
  • Not the house owner, hung up
    Jan
    2020
  • Safety hazard with loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Reporting unrecognized numbers to authority
    Jan
    2020
  • Number called, blocked thanks to research
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller hung up without speaking
    Jan
    2020
  • Potential theft during faux inspection
    Jan
    2020
  • Blocking unwanted messages, Thank you
    Jan
    2020
  • Scam alert, do not engage
    Jan
    2020
  • Warning about suspicious insulation inspector
    Jan
    2020
  • Received robotic survey call about insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Frustrated by boring marketing calls
    Jan
    2020
  • Cold caller, potential scam, suspicious
    Jan
    2020
  • Received suspicious call about insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Phone scam from automated caller
    Jan
    2020
  • Challenge mode: give up your secrets
    Jan
    2020
  • Tom is asking about insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Tom is a persistent scammer
    Jan
    2020
  • This user finds the content annoying
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller was arrogant and rude
    Jan
    2020
  • Checking number for unknown caller
    Jan
    2020
  • Loft installation fault, potential scam
    Jan
    2020
  • Missed call from suspicious number
    Jan
    2020
  • Missed call in Somerset repeated
    Jan
    2020
  • Unwanted call offering free service
    Jan
    2020
  • Scam call for loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Repeated nuisance calls from Tom
    Jan
    2020
  • Unhelpful, attributed to wrong person
    Jan
    2020
  • No one answered on call
    Jan
    2020
  • Didn't answer unknown number. No message
    Jan
    2020
  • Be cautious with unknown calls
    Jan
    2020
  • Answered international call, suspected scam
    Jan
    2020
  • Complaint about government-funded loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Comment mentions avoiding Amazon scam calls
    Jan
    2020
  • Missed call, no voicemail left
    Jan
    2020
  • Confusion during loft insulation follow-up
    Jan
    2020
  • Unwanted sales call about insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Cold caller about loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • 'Scam call targeting elderly people.'
    Jan
    2020
  • Current insulation, deceptive marketing tactics
    Jan
    2020
  • Ignored long sales pitch call
    Jan
    2020
  • Scam call about loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Avoided Birmingham call, blocked number
    Jan
    2020
  • Call ended immediately after answering
    Jan
    2020
  • Telemarketing caller hung up promptly
    Jan
    2020
  • Doubt about Tom's credibility
    Jan
    2020
  • Claimed we had government-funded insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller pretended to be Tom
    Jan
    2020
  • Annoying marketing spam calls randomly
    Jan
    2020
  • Confusion about loft works handling
    Jan
    2020
  • Ignore caller, likely spam number
    Jan
    2020
  • Automated call for loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Received scam calls, blocked numbers
    Jan
    2020
  • upset about repeated sales calls
    Jan
    2020
  • Issues with loft lagging discussed
    Jan
    2020
  • Incorrect caller from unknown source
    Jan
    2020
  • Scam involving dodgy loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Warning about potential scam activities
    Jan
    2020
  • Foul play suspected with insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Prompt explanation, then lost interest
    Jan
    2020
  • Complaint about unanswered calls, blocked
    Jan
    2020
  • Asked to be removed from database
    Jan
    2020
  • Company asking about loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Complaint about unwanted phone calls
    Jan
    2020
  • Unwanted cold call for insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Reported scam call to TPS
    Jan
    2020
  • Aggressively sold loft and roof insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Tom called about loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Deceptive portrayal of government regulations
    Jan
    2020
  • Tim called about insulation install
    Jan
    2020
  • Doubts about UK insulation offer, suspicious
    Jan
    2020
  • Government scheme; loft insulation concern
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller Tom, scam about insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Wrong number, hung up quickly
    Jan
    2020
  • Tom disputed info, then hung up
    Jan
    2020
  • Phone number shared by user
    Jan
    2020
  • Cold call, hung up abruptly
    Jan
    2020
  • Expecting important call from doctor
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller claiming to discuss insulation, scam
    Jan
    2020
  • Received scam call about insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Prank call from fake "Tom"
    Jan
    2020
  • Scam call regarding loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Missed call at 5 p.m
    Jan
    2020
  • Possibly scam, regarding government insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Blocking caller due to nuisance
    Jan
    2020
  • Silent call, then disconnected abruptly
    Jan
    2020
  • Insulation scam caller insulted angrily
    Jan
    2020
  • Persistent loft insulation scam calls
    Jan
    2020
  • Scam calls—just hang up!
    Jan
    2020
  • Unrecognized, barred number after lookup
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller Tom, common insulation topic
    Jan
    2020
  • Suspicious call, likely a scam
    Jan
    2020
  • Suspicious call, delayed responses, hung-up
    Jan
    2020
  • No response when answering call
    Jan
    2020
  • Insulation funding inquiry, call cut
    Jan
    2020
  • Silent calls, repeated similar experiences
    Jan
    2020
  • Government lagging; call ended scam
    Jan
    2020
  • Rude caller, odd insulation inquiry
    Jan
    2020
  • "Scam call: whispers fool robocall."
    Jan
    2020
  • No answer; suspected scam calls
    Jan
    2020
  • Tom called, hung up abruptly
    Jan
    2020
  • Unknown number, seems suspicious
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller hung up after questioning
    Jan
    2020
  • No response after call answered
    Jan
    2020
  • Suspicious call, declined, hung up
    Jan
    2020
  • Suspicious call about insulation survey
    Jan
    2020
  • Repeated scam calls from "Tom"
    Jan
    2020
  • Tom scam call; hang up
    Jan
    2020
  • Number shows as scam internationally
    Jan
    2020
  • Two rings then call stopped
    Jan
    2020
  • Persistent silent spam calls exist
    Jan
    2020
  • Odd call, hung up abruptly
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller hung up after answering
    Jan
    2020
  • Fraud call linked to company closure
    Jan
    2020
  • Received Birmingham landline, cautious now
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller "Tom" asked insulation, hung up
    Jan
    2020
  • Uninterested caller rejects insulation offer
    Jan
    2020
  • Suspicious call, hung up immediately
    Jan
    2020
  • Suspicious call about insulation scam
    Jan
    2020
  • Called landline about insulation issue
    Jan
    2020
  • Defective insulation; unprofessional company response
    Jan
    2020
  • Annoying scam call; rude hangup
    Jan
    2020
  • Unsolicited call about loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Possible scam promoting government grants
    Jan
    2020
  • Potential scam call regarding insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller falsely claiming to be legitimate
    Jan
    2020
  • False call about loft insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Unknown person called about insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Scam caller pretending to installer
    Jan
    2020
  • Received suspicious unsolicited call._FINVESTIGATOR
    Jan
    2020
  • Blocking number from known scammer
    Jan
    2020
  • Received suspicious call regarding insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Fraudulent phone call about insulation
    Jan
    2020
  • Caller inquired regarding government grant
    Jan
    2020
  • Received call from Birmingham number
    Jan
    2020
Number Of Searches: 289 Number Of Comments: 142 First Seen: 15 January 2020 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Hampton Park(Herefordshire) and Uppersound(Shetland Isles).

01212855257 has 142 comments of which 65 x negative and 77 x neutral

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01212855257 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01212855257 👆 is reported as a persistent scam involving calls from an individual identifying as "Tom," who claims to represent a government-backed or private loft insulation survey or advisory service. Callers often say there is an issue like condensation or mould linked to recently installed loft insulation, despite many recipients having no such insulation or recent work. The calls frequently feature awkward pauses, robotic speech, or abruptly end when questioned or challenged. Recipients are advised not to provide personal or property details and to avoid arranging any surveys or visits, as these solicitations are linked to attempts at deception and potential theft. Many users highlight the annoyance and frequency of calls, urge vigilance, especially for vulnerable individuals, and recommend blocking the number and reporting it to appropriate authorities.

Reports on phone number 01212855257

6 years
Got a call from a guy named Tom, sounded proper posh with a UK accent, saying he was from UK Eco Innovations Group. He told me the insulation I’d got done was causing condensation and said no one had checked it for over a year. Said he could send someone round today! Like that’s happening in the middle of a pandemic?! The number showed up as +01202925428 or something international. Asked him how he found my number and he just hung up on me. Total scam, watch out!
TomEco Innovations Group
6 years
Today I got two calls from this guy called Tom, just like what others are saying. The way he spoke, with those weird pauses and that same robotic tone, made it obvious it was some sort of automated message. He kept talking about loft insulation that we supposedly got done, but we never had any of that done at all. Definitely felt like a scam or some pointless spam.
Tom
6 years
Got a call from this number saying the government installed loft insulation at my place and it needed an inspection. The guy on the line, said his name was Tom, sounded polite but it was clearly an automated message - it kept pausing weirdly and there were strange silences. I told them straight up it was a scam and blocked the number. Watch out for this! Apparently, while one person distracts you by "checking" the loft, another sneaks in to nick stuff from your home. Proper dodgy.
Tom
6 years
They didn’t leave any message but I heard it’s about complaints in my area, Somerset, something to do with loft insulation.
Somerset
6 years
Got the exact same caller that others have mentioned here. For the sake of your vulnerable mates and neighbours, BE WARNED. Tom seemed like a genuine and polite bloke, definitely didn't come across as some call centre. Lucky for me, I haven't had any loft insulation done, so I clocked it right away as a con.
Tom
6 years
I didn’t bother answering when it rang, and it just stopped right after my voicemail started, which is my usual move since real people normally leave a message. Maybe next time I’m feeling up to it I’ll answer to see what it’s about, then I can give a heads up to others about what kind of call it was.
6 years
Had a call yesterday while I was expecting another, a bloke named Tom started going on about how my house insulation was messing up the air quality inside. Didn’t want to hear any more, so I just ended the call and blocked the number straight away.
Tom
6 years
I told them I wasn’t the person who owns the house and they just ended the call straight away.
6 years
Got a call on my landline, but the answer machine picked up and there was no message left. I don’t bother returning calls if they can’t take a minute to leave a proper message.
6 years
Someone called about loft insulation but ended the call straight away when I mentioned Sussex Police Fraud Squad. Maybe I’ll give that another shot later.
Sussex Police Fraud Office
6 years
When I get calls from numbers I don’t know I just let it go to voicemail and don’t bother to reply. These sorts of calls are really messing up the phone networks because it feels like all the junk callers are using these spoofed numbers. I’m not sure if any real effort is being made by officials after we report these annoying calls. Still, it’s good to have somewhere to flag them up, so cheers for offering that option.
6 years
Got a call from Tom who talked about my loft insulation issues. It seemed believable at first, but the call ended suddenly before he could explain what the problem was. I looked up the number just to be safe, and now I’m definitely not picking up if he rings again!
Tom
6 years
Got a call from this number earlier today but didn’t pick up since it wasn’t familiar. After checking it out here, I’ve gone ahead and blocked it. What’s odd is that this is a brand new number of mine that I’ve never shared with anyone, not friends or family, so it seems like some utility company must have handed it over to these dodgy callers. Really feels like something needs to be done to put an end to this.
6 years
So it was either Tom or Harry or maybe D#### who rang? Honestly, does it even matter? Who cares, really!
TomHarry
6 years
I mentioned my loft insulation was unsafe, but as soon as I said I wasn’t the homeowner, the call just ended out of nowhere.
6 years
Had a call from some bloke called "Tom" who reckoned my loft insulation was a hazard or something!! Total load of rubbish as we ain't even got any up there. This is the second time I’ve had a ring from him, the first time he used another number and just hung up on me halfway through. Honestly, "Tom" is a right nuisance. Do yourself a favour and find something better to do, mate!
Tom
6 years
Got a call earlier today about some stories I'd seen in the Daily Telegraph and on BBC News claiming my loft insulation might be messing up my house with moisture damage. I told them there’s no damp or any problems at all, but the bloke kept pushing for a free inspection. He said his manager would give me a ring to sort out a time. When I asked a few more questions, he just dropped the call. Honestly, I wouldn’t trust this lot to book anything with you.
Daily TelegraphBBC News
6 years
I answered the call but stayed silent, and they just ended the call!
6 years
Here we go again, that Tom bloke about loft insulation. This time he called from another number, but it was exactly the same spiel. Last month he was ringing me from a Bournemouth number. Looks like Tom likes to use every phone he can find. Honestly, in this day and age, you'd think there would be tech to block this stuff. The TPS clearly isn't doing the job properly.
TomBournemouthTelephone Preference Service
6 years
Really frustrating, can't stand it.
6 years
Got a call from a guy named Tom. His voice had this sort of robotic vibe. He was asking about loft insulation for a survey. Normally, I love to chat and drag out these calls just to waste their time, but this time he just hung up on me. Bit of a shame really.
Tom
6 years
Cheers to everyone who reached out, I've gone ahead and blocked that number now.
6 years
Got a call earlier today about something I’d read in the Daily Telegraph and seen on BBC News regarding the loft insulation I had put in. They said it might be causing damage because of condensation. I told them there’s no signs of any damp or damage at all, but the caller kept pushing for a free inspection. He said his manager would call me back to set up a time, but when I asked a bit more about it, he just ended the call. Wouldn’t recommend booking anything with this person.
Daily TelegraphBBC News
6 years
Got a call from Tom, some kind of robot doing marketing stuff. Tried to be cheeky with a few jokes but Tom just wasn’t having it. Oh well, goodbye Tom :)
Tom
6 years
Seems like Tom’s been quite the busy bee today! Got that same message again, something about insulation stuff. :)
BlimeyTom
6 years
Got a call about checking my loft insulation, but I don’t even have a loft in my house. Sounds dodgy to me, maybe they’re trying to sneak in and have a nose around to see if there’s anything worth nicking. Definitely not falling for that one!
6 years
Just like many others sharing their stories here, I received a rather dubious call from a chap named Tom regarding a loft installation I'd recently had done. He claimed there was some sort of issue but insisted it could be sorted if I remained on the line. Now, I'm not a fan of those automated calls-always frustrating-so I played along for a bit. When I probed whether he represented a government entity or was part of a private outfit, he dodged the question, saying his manager would clarify that in a follow-up call. At that point, I had enough and told him where to shove it. - caller: Tom
Tom
6 years
Honestly, Tom, you should just quit now mate, we’ve caught onto you.
Tom
6 years
Had someone ring me and as soon as I asked what it was about, they just hung up on me. Proper rude and definitely not how I wanted to begin my morning.
6 years
I received a rather peculiar call from a chap named Tom, who claimed to represent some sort of government initiative related to loft insulation funding. Just as he began rambling on about the supposed benefits of loft insulation, I interrupted him to request details about his company. To my surprise, he promptly cut the line! It’s maddening how these individuals are so reluctant to share any legitimate company information. I can’t shake the feeling that I’m dealing with a bunch of fraudsters here. It’s hard to believe the government would actually back something like this. This situation strongly reminds me of that dodgy boiler replacement scheme from a few years back. Honestly, why are these characters always trying to pull the wool over our eyes?
Tom
6 years
Got calls from some bloke called “Tom” too. When I tried to ask him stuff, I just got silence, probably a robot on the line. Definitely a scam, don’t trust it.
Tom
6 years
When I got back, noticed I’d missed a call. The phone just said ‘international’ but when I checked by dialling 1471, it showed the actual number. Looks like someone overseas trying to hide where they’re calling from. Definitely fishy! Tried calling them back and the line was dead - no such number.
6 years
I didn’t pick up this number yesterday cos it looked a bit dodgy, but had a look here to see what others said about it. After reading all the comments, I’m definitely going to block it. Cheers for all the info!
6 years
Got a call from someone who said his name was Tom (01212855257) about a free loft insulation deal. He wanted to come round and check out the place. When I wasn’t interested, he just hung up on me. Honestly, this bloke Tom should be stopped. It’s crazy how he’s allowed to ring up like that, using his real number, and nothing seems to be done by the officials.
Tom
6 years
I had a recent loft insulation done and they called me back for a follow-up check. When I told them I didn’t have a loft, I asked where exactly they had put the insulation. That’s when the line went dead.
6 years
Got a call back from them, all about some loft insulation supposedly done recently and that we’re on a home improvements eco list. Complete nonsense since we haven’t had any work done at all. I asked about the address, and then they just cut me off. Total waste of time.
6 years
It’s refreshing to get a call that’s not about renewing some expired Amazon trial - mine actually ended back in December 2019. I’ve already had 3 dodgy calls this year, all trying to scam me!
BlimeyAmazon
6 years
My phone showed the caller as "international" so I answered but stayed quiet. There was complete silence from the other end before they just hung up. I had to use 1471 to find out the number because it didn’t show up properly. Not sure how these calls end up flagged as international when they might not be - maybe they're faking the number and it appears as a UK one when you check it. I always search the number when this happens and as usual, it was a scam, so I blocked it straight away.
UK
6 years
Got a call saying I could get government help for loft insulation. Came back from shopping and found it all done! Didn’t even know it was happening. Such spammy tactics.
6 years
Some bloke called 'Tom' saying my loft insulation was making my house all damp with condensation. I asked what company he was from, but before I got a chance to say anything else, he just hung up on me.
Tom
6 years
Got a call from some bloke named Tom about government-funded loft insulation. Told him he’d got the wrong number straight away, but he was pretty pushy with a firm ‘no’ so I ended the call. Then he rang back about an hour later, saying it was regarding the insulation they’d just put in. I told him we hadn’t had any work done and he just hung up on me. Got missed calls from that same number three days in a row now, so at least I know who it is!
Tom
6 years
Got a call from some guy, Tom, about loft insulation that supposedly got done here recently. Funny thing is, I have no clue what he’s talking about since I haven’t gotten any done at all! He was banging on about some government funding too. When I asked for more details because I was confused, he just cut the call. Definitely smells like a scam to me.
Tom
6 years
This bloke began going on about some sales offer, but I just ended the call straight away! Have blocked him now.
6 years
I answered the call but there was nobody on the other end.
6 years
Just got a call from Somerset, so add that to the list! Number started 0121, but I have no mates in Birmingham at all. Best thing to do is just chuck all unknown numbers in here, check for any notes on them. If nothing shows, I ring back pretending to order a cab, act a bit miffed about the mix-up. Keep a whistle ready too - if some foreign voice answers, give it a blast and hopefully scare them off! That really puts a stop to things.
SomersetBirmingham
6 years
Got a call earlier from a Birmingham number. I didn’t pick up and have blocked it since. Thanks to this site, I found out it was a scam. Cheers!
Birmingham
6 years
Didn’t answer since I didn’t recognise the number. They didn’t bother leaving any voicemail either.
6 years
Got a call from 01212855257, some bloke named Tom talking about government cash I'd supposedly got for loft insulation. When I asked him how he got my details, he just cut me off straight away.
Tom
6 years
Got a missed call from somewhere in Somerset today, looks like a lot of people have been getting the same kind of calls judging by the feedback here.
Somerset
6 years
Got a call from someone named 'Tom' about loft insulation. Seemed fishy because he kept trying to find older folks and instantly ended the call the moment I said I’m younger than 80. Definitely a scam trying to target the elderly, watch out!
Tom
6 years
Got a call from someone called Tom about loft insulation, but as soon as I started asking questions, he ended the call pretty sharpish.
Tom
6 years
Had a similar issue with a cold caller ringing about loft insulation, which I don’t even have. Make sure to always check who’s calling before answering!
6 years
I got a call from someone named Tim regarding some loft insulation they said I'd had done. When I answered with "had I?" he just got quiet and ended the call. Weird!
Tim
6 years
Got a call from someone called Tom, said he was from UK Eco Advisory and that my loft insulation might be causing condensation problems. Claimed he was based in London and offered a free survey. I asked him to send me something in writing but then the call just cut off out of nowhere. Honestly, it felt pretty suspicious to me.
TomUKLondon
6 years
They made it sound like it was some kind of official government thing. Mentioned that rules had been updated and glass fibre wasn’t up to code anymore.
6 years
I got a call from a guy named Tom who said he was talking about loft insulation. He already knew my name and where I live, but as soon as I mentioned that the house wasn’t mine, he just kinda lost interest and ended the chat.
Tom
6 years
Got calls from 0121 2855257 a couple of times yesterday, comes from Birmingham, definitely a scam. Then there was 01202925381 from Bournemouth, they rang us three times on 16th Jan 2020 about some government loft insulation scheme? We’ve put both numbers on the block list on our landline, which isn’t listed anywhere.
BirminghamBournemouth
6 years
Got a call the other day from someone claiming to be doing a government survey about dodgy loft insulation. They were asking loads of personal stuff like my age and other details. Seemed a bit off to me, might be a scam trying to get info. Watch out for these!
6 years
Got a call regarding some condensation issues in our loft. The caller mentioned they knew we had recently put insulation up there. When my missus asked if he was from a private company or some government body, he just ended the call right away. Watch out, sounds like a new kind of scam to me.
6 years
Got a call from Tom yet again! Told him he probably dialled the wrong number and he just hung up on me. Said something about government-backed loft insulation. Pretty strange!
Tom
6 years
Got a call from someone saying they were Tom and wanted to talk about loft insulation. Strange cos we run a shop and have no loft at all, never even asked about any insulation!
Tom
6 years
This number has called me a couple of times, both times someone was talking about loft installations. Pretty odd!
6 years
They hung up before I even picked up. Didn’t bother leaving a message or anything.
6 years
Got a call saying there was some sort of Government Scheme for loft insulation. We actually had insulation put in a while back. The guy mentioned that the insulation might be causing condensation issues, and then said his manager would ring back in about 15 minutes to talk about maybe spraying the roof’s interior instead.
6 years
Got a call from a guy saying he was from loft repairs, which is kinda funny since she lives in a ground floor flat! She’s in sheltered housing and trusted that her manager would handle these things, so she just ended the call. I feel some folks might get pretty upset or worried after calls like that.
6 years
It seemed like they were fishing for my personal info, definitely a scam attempt.
6 years
Got a call about insulating my loft, but I wasn’t really bothered so I ended up just putting the phone down after a bit.
6 years
Got a call from some loft insulation firm saying I'd just had insulation fitted - which I definitely hadn't! They mentioned some article in the Telegraph about issues, trying to scare me into agreeing to a survey and then some work. Pretty clear tactic to push vulnerable folks into spending money they don’t need to.
Telegraph
6 years
Total rip-off! I've had my number on the Do Not Call list for ages and still got this call, so I reported it to the Telephone Preference Service.
Telephone Preference Service
6 years
i picked up and just immediately hung up right away.
6 years
Someone called saying we’d had a loft added that was paid for by the government, which isn’t true at all.
6 years
Was on the phone with some bloke named Tom about government insulation schemes, but he just cut me off as soon as I told him his info was wrong.
Tom
6 years
Looks like Tom is super swamped today. This story reminds me of what others have said. Definitely doesn't sound legit.
Tom
6 years
They told me the call was about insulation. I asked them to remove my number from their list, and they said they would.
6 years
Got a call from some firm asking about loft insulation. Didn’t want to chat so I blocked the number straight away.
6 years
They ring at various times, but whenever I actually pick up, it’s just some automated voice saying thanks for calling! It’s super irritating. Probably some dodgy marketing or spam call, I reckon.
6 years
Got a call on my landline from someone saying “Hi, this is Tom returning your call about government-funded loft insulation”. I told them they had the wrong number. There was a bit of dead air for about a minute, then I just ended the call. I’m registered with the TPS so these sorts of calls shouldn’t even be happening. Plus, I don’t even have a loft! Really annoying.
TomGovernmentTelephone Preference Service
6 years
I just picked up and said hi, but the person on the other end hung up straight away. After seeing what others have said here, I’d say best to just block this number if it rings you again.
6 years
Got a call about loft insulation from Tom, but it was just a robot. No real person at the other end, and if you stay silent, it just disconnects on its own.
6 years
I don’t have my number listed publicly and I’m awaiting a crucial call from my GP. - any idea who might be calling?
6 years
I received a call from someone who introduced himself as Tom, claiming he was following up about some loft insulation. I informed him that I hadn’t had any installed. Without further ado, he ended the call. Clearly, a scam attempt!
Tom
6 years
On the 21st of January 2020, we received an unexpected phone call from this particular number. The caller alleged that insulation had been fitted in our loft, which is quite bizarre considering we’ve never had any such work done and we’re ex-directory. What a bunch of swindlers! - caller: 01212855257
6 years
Today, on the 21st of January 2020, I received a rather puzzling phone call. A chap named Tom was on the other end, going on about how I had my left insulation fixed not too long ago! With a bit of cheek, I replied, “Well, I’m Dick, and my brother’s Harry!” 😂 Quite amusingly, he didn’t stick around to chat any further and promptly hung up! Quite the unexpected call, indeed! - Caller: Tom - regarding misplaced insulation.
TomDickHarry
6 years
Received a rather official sounding call today, 21st January. The chap on the line claimed it was in relation to the loft insulation that was previously installed. Curious about the issue, I inquired what the fuss was about. He mentioned a concern regarding damp and mould, suggesting a visit the very next day to investigate. Given the multitude of scam calls I’ve been bombarded with lately, I hesitated and glanced over at my husband, who promptly signalled for me not to engage. Just then, the caller asked, “Are you the property owner?” Thank goodness I instinctively said no and hung up!
6 years
I received a call at five o'clock, but when I picked up, there was complete silence on the other end.
6 years
Received a phone call around 5 this evening. The bloke on the other end introduced himself as Tom, claiming he was inquiring about the government-subsidised loft insulation I supposedly had installed. I replied that I hadn’t the foggiest about it, and just like that, he abruptly disconnected. Clearly, it’s just a scam or an utter waste of time!
Tom
6 years
I received a call from this number but didn’t catch it in time. After reading through the remarks, I've decided to add it to my blocked contacts. It's a real shame that these types of callers can just acquire a new number from their provider, meaning we might end up getting yet another annoying call that seems to have some legitimacy. It's baffling that companies like BT don't put a stop to this practice if it is, indeed, so easy. By the way, it was a missed call and there was no message left.
BT
6 years
I got two calls in a single day from this company, both times pushing loft and roof insulation products. Seems like they’re really eager to make a sale.
6 years
I picked up the phone but the call ended as soon as I spoke. I'm registered with TPS, so this feels like harassment to me. I've blocked the number now!
Telephone Preference Service
6 years
I got a call from someone saying they were from the UK Advisory Eco Innovations Group. It was a cold call, and strangely they only seemed to know about our loft insulation but nothing else at all. When I tried to get the caller’s name, they just ended the call on me. Proper odd behaviour.
UK Advisory Eco Innovations Group
6 years
I got a call from some bloke named Tom who said he was ringin' me back about gov-funded loft insulation they supposedly put in my attic. Total con. I ain't had any insulation added upstairs. I just told him "No thanks!" and hung up straight away. This was actually the second time he’s called me, once even on my work phone.
Tom
6 years
Got a call from someone talking about government roof insulation. I told them they had the wrong number and before I could say more, he just hung up. Seems like the same thing happening to others too.
6 years
I picked up the call and heard nothing but silence before the person on the other side suddenly hung up.
6 years
Didn’t recognise the number so I just blocked it. Checked on Google later and saw loads of people said it's best to block it anyway.
Google
6 years
Some bloke called me about government stuff, but when I started asking questions, he just cut me off. Definitely a scam!
6 years
Got a call from someone called Tom about loft insulation, sounded like a recorded message tbh. When I asked if they had the right number, they just hung up. This is the second time this has happened in about a week. I've gone ahead and blocked the number now.
Tom
6 years
Tom has had no end of hassle lately! He keeps getting calls claiming they're from the government about loft insulation and stuff. Honestly, the rubbish they spout is just ridiculous. Best thing is to just put the phone down straight away.
Tom
6 years
I picked up and there was just quiet on the other end, no one said a word. Reading through other people's experiences, looks like I've had calls like this in the past too.
6 years
I got a call from someone named Tom about getting government grants for insulation. When I told him I wasn’t looking for any funding, he just cut me off straight away and didn’t say another word.
Tom
6 years
Just like some others here, I got a call from Tom claiming to talk about government loft insulation and lagging. I told him that was funny because I never got any done. After that he got quiet and then cut me off without a single goodbye. Proper rude if you ask me!
Tom

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