Portage la Prairie RCMP warn citizens to be vigilant when strangers approach their homes.

They've received multiple calls from people across the city in regards to suspicious people asking to check the ventilation in their homes.

"The original calls we received of two suspicious males going around door-to-door offering services on behalf of the City of Portage la Prairie or Manitoba Hydro," outlines Community Liaison Officer Constable Sean O'Keefe. "They're offering to check ventilation in the home. None of the callers we spoke with could provide a very good description of them, or the vehicle they're using, and we did make extensive patrols when informed."

Each suspect presented identification and they wore similar jackets, but when asked to provide further details as to what service they were providing, none was given. In at least one incident, the suspects asked for a homeowner to fill out some paperwork. It is unknown if any personal information (full name, address, SIN, banking information, etc.) was provided.

Police wish to remind homeowners to ask to see identification from any door-to-door service and never feel obligated to allow strangers into your home if you do not feel comfortable doing so. "If someone does come in contact with you about this we encourage you to call us right away," adds O'Keefe. "Take down a good description if you can and call the RCMP."

Under no circumstances should you give out any personal information, as legitimate entities such as MB Hydro and the City of Portage la Prairie should already have homeowner records.