Category: Ways to Save
How to Recognize and Avoid Utility Bill Phone Scams
Scammers may pretend to be representatives from public utilities like Delano Municipal Utilities (DMU) to steal money or identity. To help protect our customers, we’ve outlined how you can recognize and avoid utility bill phone scams. Read on to learn more. How to Recognize Scams Phone scammers will try to scare you into providing payment information immediately. They will threaten to shut off your water and/or power unless you pay an overdue account balance immediately, and they’ll ask you to do so in a specific way (i.e., by using cryptocurrency, wiring money, digital payment app, or by a prepaid gift card). Remember that DMU will never do this. Now, let’s look at what to do if a scammer attempts to reach you. How to Handle a Utility Scam Caller Recognizing a scam call is the crucial first step in protecting your money and, potentially, your identity. If you’re contacted by a scammer, you should: Contact Delano Municipal Utilities We prioritize service, safety, and satisfaction for every DMU customer, and that includes helping protect against fraud. Use these tips to avoid common utility bill scams to protect your finances and identity. If you truly are behind on your utility bill, we are here to help! Contact us today to discuss payment plans and other […]
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