Unwanted solicitors invade Eagle Nest, disrespect neighborhood policies
It's that time of year again -- unwanted solicitations from home-repair companies pushing their services and products, from window replacement and tree removal to lawn care to painting.
Although "No soliciting" signs are posted at Eagle Nest's entrances, such signage is not legally binding unless it is displayed on an individual homeowner's property. Violations of such postings are grounds for civil complaints, and continued unwanted calls should be reported to the Better Business Bureau, too.
Unfortunately, several companies have consistently disregarded our neighborhood's anti-solicitation policy, namely White Oak Construction of Indianapolis. There are others, of course, but the Eagle Nest Property Owners Association board encourages all residents to avoid doing business with White Oak or any other entity that comes to your door uninvited. The board encourages Eagle Nest residents to do business only with entities that respect our neighborhood's policies and residents' wishes.
As always, use common sense and caution when dealing with solicitors:
> Don't fall victim to false pretenses -- anyone can carry a clipboard.
> Don't open your door unless you can see who it is, and make sure your porch is well-lit before answering the door at night.
> If you don't feel comfortable answering the door, don't. You don't have to.
> Ask to see company credentials and a personal ID to ensure they are legitimate.
> Don't give in to hard-sell sales pressure, "one-day only" offers or stories of how they "were just down the street and can offer a great deal."
> Juveniles wandering solo could be a red flag, especially during school hours.
> If you tell a solicitor to leave and they refuse, or you feel threatened, call police immediately and tell the offender you've done so.
> Keep your doors and windows locked if you encounter solicitors. They could be thieves casing the neighborhood.
Have you encountered unwanted or disrespectful solicitors? If so, email the name and business address to scottthien@comcast.net and we'll add them to our log of "black balled" businesses coming soon to this blog site.
Although "No soliciting" signs are posted at Eagle Nest's entrances, such signage is not legally binding unless it is displayed on an individual homeowner's property. Violations of such postings are grounds for civil complaints, and continued unwanted calls should be reported to the Better Business Bureau, too.
Unfortunately, several companies have consistently disregarded our neighborhood's anti-solicitation policy, namely White Oak Construction of Indianapolis. There are others, of course, but the Eagle Nest Property Owners Association board encourages all residents to avoid doing business with White Oak or any other entity that comes to your door uninvited. The board encourages Eagle Nest residents to do business only with entities that respect our neighborhood's policies and residents' wishes.
As always, use common sense and caution when dealing with solicitors:
> Don't fall victim to false pretenses -- anyone can carry a clipboard.
> Don't open your door unless you can see who it is, and make sure your porch is well-lit before answering the door at night.
> If you don't feel comfortable answering the door, don't. You don't have to.
> Ask to see company credentials and a personal ID to ensure they are legitimate.
> Don't give in to hard-sell sales pressure, "one-day only" offers or stories of how they "were just down the street and can offer a great deal."
> Juveniles wandering solo could be a red flag, especially during school hours.
> If you tell a solicitor to leave and they refuse, or you feel threatened, call police immediately and tell the offender you've done so.
> Keep your doors and windows locked if you encounter solicitors. They could be thieves casing the neighborhood.
Have you encountered unwanted or disrespectful solicitors? If so, email the name and business address to scottthien@comcast.net and we'll add them to our log of "black balled" businesses coming soon to this blog site.
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