Is your landlord making your student accommodation unsafe?
Energy theft or meter tampering is when someone illegally messes with their electricity or gas meter or supply so that it doesn’t record the proper usage. This can be very dangerous.
You should be suspicious of energy theft if your landlord does either of the following:
- Charges you a fixed rate for your bills
- Won’t give you access to your electricity and/or gas meter
Energy theft is extremely dangerous, putting you and your housemates at risk
Learn more about energy theft and its dangers by watching the video below:
Don’t ignore it, know what to look out for
If you suspect that your landlord or a housemate has tampered with the meter report it 100% anonymously.
Worried about energy theft happening in your student home?
If you are suspicious that your energy meter has been tampered with, Stay Energy Safe can help you. Report your suspicions 24/7, 365 days a year by calling the Stay Energy Safe hotline on 0800 023 2777, or by completing the quick and easy online form.
Stay Energy Safe is a 100% anonymous and independent service operated by the charity Crimestoppers.
Find out more about the risks of gas and electricity theft here: