While getting in touch with your energy providers should be simple, it can also make it simple for other parties to get in touch with you—especially if they seem to be operating on behalf of your provider. Sadly, there are many ways for third parties to obtain sufficient information about you to pose as your …
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Ofgem has come under scrutiny recently for their perceived mis-management of energy prices. Gas and electricity prices per kWh have skyrocketed, and UK customers are paying through the nose for their utility bills. But – there is another, lingering problem in the UK energy market. Hidden commission from unscrupulous brokers acting as TPIs. These businesses …
Amidst the cost-of-living crisis, it is reported that scammers have been led to targeting over 40 million new homes across the United Kingdom; of this, 12% of those who fall victim to them are energy customers. Scammers prey on weaknesses like money concerns that panic the victim enough to stop you from identifying vital warning …
Cowboy energy brokers have become a growing concern in the energy industry. These brokers, who often lack the necessary training and experience, provide inadequate services that can lead to significant losses for consumers and companies alike. In this article, we will discuss why cowboy energy brokers are bad for the energy industry and why it …
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Fake refund emails Following Energy Solutions’ pieces looking to help keep you safe from scams and phishing, below is a short form guide and table explaining how to keep yourself safe from email scams and what to look out for when receiving unexpected emails of this type. 2019 saw hundreds of scam emails offering refunds …
In the UK customers have the right to choose their energy supplier and, if they are not happy with their services, they can switch to a different one. Each supplier offers a range of different tariffs, so finding the best contract for your business’s needs can be challenging. In order to find the best prices, …
Mis-sold Energy Contracts – The Background If you were asked to place a value on how much UK customers are being scammed for by rogue energy brokers, what would you guess? A few million…? Mis-sold energy contracts and third-party intermediary (TPI) fraud is a booming business. It’s unlikely you have even heard about this type …
Checking the identity of your meter reader or meter engineer can greatly reduce the chance of crime and fraud in your area. Energy suppliers take fraud very seriously, and do all within their power to help protect their customers, but there is only so much they can do regarding your home or business building, the …
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