Tips for Staying Safe from Utility Scams

In honor of Utility Scam Awareness Day, we want to share a few tips to keep customers safe from scammers:

  1. Never give personal information such as billing info, social security numbers, or account numbers over the phone.
  2. Avoid clicking links or downloading attachments from businesses or individuals you do not know.
  3. Never allow someone into your home without proper identification.
  4. NEVER wire money to somebody you do not know.
  5. Do not hesitate to contact law enforcement if you think you are the victim of a potential scam.