Meter tampering may seem like a quickway to save money, but it’s a deadly trap thatcould destroy your home and your life.
If you suspect it, report it 100% anonymously.
NO MATTER WHAT YOU’VE HEARD,TAMPERING WITH THE METER IS ILLEGALAND DANGEROUS.
Tampering with a meter isn’t just risky, it’s lighting the fuseof a ticking time bomb.Gas leaks spread silently.Damaged wiring smouldering unseen.Fires and explosions strike without warning.Serious injury or death — for you, your family, and your community.
This section offers access to free advice on energyefficiency, reducing bills, safety tips, and services forvulnerable households, including home visits,financial guidance, and access to local resourceslike food banks and debt advice.
GAS
Meter is facing backwards so display is unreadable, or pipes have been connected the wrong way round
A smell of gas near the meter
Rubber tubing or metal pipes are around or in place of the meter
No visible dial or counter, and there may be a hole or cogs showing. Reading doesn’t increase with gas use, or screen is blank – even when button is pressed
Meter shows credit has run out, but gas is still available
Meter is missing or has been replaced without authorisation
ELECTRICITY
Meter casing, screws or cables may be broken, missing, melted or have burn marks. Cables may have been disconnected
Cables or wires that are bare, twisted together or connected in an unusual way
Meter shows credit has run out, but electricity is still available
Meter reading does not increase when electricity is being used, or screen is blank
A smell of burning or even smoke or sparks near the meter
Meter is missing or has been replaced without authorisation
Read more about meter tampering and the shocking realities of the dangers it poses.
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A pub was put at risk of explosion due to having its electricity meter bypassed.
Over £30,000 worth of electricity was stolen in an extremely dangerous case of meter tampering in a supermarket in Boston, Lincolnshire.
If you spot energy theft anywhere, speak up anonymously now.
Or Call 0800 023 2777
