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Keeping home energy safe from theft
Homeowner-level steps to protect against meter tampering and energy theft.
Most residential energy theft happens at the meter. Homeowners can't legally install their own utility locks, but they can verify the locks their utility has installed and report tampering.
What to look for
Scratches around the lock body. A meter ring that wobbles. Seals that appear cut or replaced. Any of these warrants a call to your utility.
Questions? Call a specialist at 951.545.8822.
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