November is Utility Scam Awareness Month, and some tricks of fraudsters can be shocking. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau’s Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM has the details.
Many home and business owners report receiving high-pressure, threatening scam calls demanding immediate payment of fake bills, often requiring payment through gift cards, cryptocurrency, or apps like Venmo or Zelle.
There have also been reports of scammers showing up, impersonating real utility workers, trying to convince you to switch to cheaper energy, make a payment for phony programs, or even worse, trying to convince you to let them into your home.
ComEd and other utility companies will never demand instant payment or request those kinds of payment methods.
Always be sure to verify the caller or visitor by calling your utility company directly and reporting any suspicious activity.
For more information, go to BBB.org/ChicagoBuzz or WBBMNewsradio.com.