The City of Lacombe has received a number of reports from residents who have been approached by representatives from Eco Global, a private company, who are offering to sell water treatment equipment and informing residents that they will get a $500 rebate.

Citizens have also reported that the business has phoned residences, made appointments and collected void cheques from homeowners.

Salespeople have also attempted to gain access into homes to conduct water sampling tests in order to sell the water filtration equipment.

Residents are reminded they are not obligated to provide water samples to any private individuals, nor are they under any obligation to let sales representatives into their homes.

The City of Lacombe advises residents that these door-to-door salespeople are NOT City employees or contractors and the City does not endorse their activity.

The company Eco Global does not have a business license in the city of Lacombe.

Residents can contact Service Alberta’s consumer protection line at 1-877-427-4088 or the City of Lacombe Enforcement Services Department at 403-782-666 if residents feel feels they have been approached in an inappropriate way.