Why is it since i got my first landline over here a few weeks ago i keep getting dickheads ringing trying to flog me stuff??

example

ring ring..

ME. hello

CALLER. we have your water tank ready to be installed..

ME. when did i order that??

CALLER. You havent we are in your area tomorrow installing them..

ME. i dont need one my taps work fine.

CALLER. They are a spare water reserve tank and most people have them.

ME. Everyone except me, i gotta go now i need a shower thanks anyway.

end of call.


2nd call (plus others cant be bothered listing em all had about 5 now)

RING RING...

ME. Hello

CALLER. We calling with excellent discounts eso for you on booking holidays

ME. i am on holiday..

CALLER. But these are for holidays/hotel rooms all around australia.

ME. i am new to oz cant you tell with my accent (strong lancashire accent)

CALLER. But what about in 6 months time?

ME. i have a camper van

CALLER. That will be cramped wont it compared to a four star hotel?

ME. Nah its a winnebago

CALLER. Nice but a hotel will be nicer...

ME. maybe but its towing my yacht thanks anyway though

CALLER. Phone just went dead lol

Does everyone get these calls or do they just target new landlines??

Either way i am gonna be a real twat to the ones!!