‘Beware of bogus callers’ says NI Water

NI Water have issued a warning to Craigavon customers to beware of bogus callers pretending to check their supply.

“Criminals can pose as NI Water staff seeking to gain entry to check the water supply in the customer’s property, often resulting in serious distress for the customers involved,” said an NIO spokesperson.

“If a caller comes to your door claiming to be from NI Water, Water Service or the Water Board, always ask to see their ID. This will have a photograph of the person carrying it and include details such as their name, a unique serial number and our NI Water logo. Also attach your door chain, if you have one; if not, ask the caller to hold the ID up to a window or put it through your letterbox so you can read it properly without opening your door. If you have any doubts, call our customer helpline on 03457 440 088.”

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Liam Mulholland, Head of Customer Services at NI Water, gives this advice: “Now that we are well into the Christmas season, many people are looking forward to welcoming friends and family into their homes for some festive cheer, but others can bring an end to the Christmas joy by their actions.

“It is very unusual that someone claiming to be from NI Water will call to your door.

If, however, this does happen, simply call our customer helpline on 03457 440 088 to confirm with staff whether the person is genuine. When you are telephoning to clarify the ID, our Customer Service staff will check: Name; Serial number; Date of issue,” he said.

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