The Manhattan Beach Community Group posted on its website last week that con-artists posing as Keyspan Energy (a.k.a. National Grid) workers are making the rounds once more.
Several times over the past few years, reports have emerged of “workers” knocking on neighbors’ doors and asking private information or to come into the house. According to MBCG, “Their hustle includes threats of fines if they can not inspect your furnace, etc.”
MBCG and Sheepshead Bites reminds you not to let strangers into your home. Always ask for identification, and even then don’t be afraid to call Keyspan/National Grid and ask for verification before allowing them in or giving them information. Tell your children the same, and call 911 if you have any doubts.
Contact National Grid at (718) 643-4050 if you have any questions.
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Thanks for getting the word out. These people are potentially dangerous. At the least, they are trying to bully people into switching to another gas provider. the company they represent, whose name escapes me now, has been indicted for fraudulent practices in Illinois. The contracts they make you sign actually increase your bill over time, and they attempt to collect a penalty if you decide to discontinue their services.
Always look before opening your door. They will try to force their way in if you open the door even a small bit. They will even play “deaf” to trick you into opening the door. They tried that on me. Ask then to show ID through the door, and if it is just flashed, well keep that door shut. And look at ID carefully, they may produce ID from their real employers, which is not National Grid.
Same thing happened to Con Edison customers awhile ago throughout the city
even when a ups or us postal guy rings my bell i first check to see their truck.
no truck and u will get middle finger
Thanks for heads up. Anything that comes my way without my requesting a service can hit the highway. Things can be put in writing (by said company) in the mail before someone pops-up at a persons home.
Thanks for helping us get the word out. Safety is about being vigilant and protecting each other. MBCG thanks you for a great website.