Often people say that they have received a LESCO bill that does not seem to be genuine, or the SMS/app is showing something different. To avoid fake or scam alerts, it is important to first know whether your LESCO bill is genuine or not.
In this article, I will tell you 3 proven ways through which you can confirm the authenticity of your LESCO bill, plus bonus tips that will protect you from scams.
After doing a lot of research, I have found the best method for online bill check LESCO which I am going to share with you today.
To Check LESCO Bill Online, Pakbills.com inquiry portal is the safest way to verify your bill.
1. Go to the website, in the "Check Bill" section, select the LESCO electricity provider Company.
2. Enter the LESCO 14?digit Reference Number or 12?digit Customer ID
3. Click "View Bill", then your current bill will appear on the screen - amount, due date, units, and tariff will be clear.
You can download/print a duplicate LESCO bill and get a paper copy, you get data directly from LESCO's servers, no middlemen or scammers are involved.
If internet is slow or website is down, LESCO's SMS service is a reliable alternative
· Compose SMS: LESCO <space> CustomerID ( <space> ReferenceNumber).
· Send this message to LESCO's designated short code, like 8118 or 8334
· After a few seconds, you will get bill amount and due date in SMS.
Instant confirmation - no chance of any fake mail/app and no any internet or smartphone app required, basic phone will do.
LESCO has launched its own mobile app which is convenient for bill enquiry and payment. Some reliable third-party apps are also available.
Steps:
1. Install the app (LESCO official or trusted app store).
2. Register Customer ID/Reference Number in the app.
3. Do bill enquiry on the app, and verify the amount and due date there.
There are also integrated options for payment - JazzCash, Easypaisa, bank apps etc.
Fake SMS and calls are very common. Their format is immature - random numbers, spelling mistakes, urgent tone, or unofficial links.
“SCAM ALERT… purely sounds like a scam”
Fake alerts often have phishing links - they take personal information or payment details from you. Do not click on anything other than official channels.3.
Look for the bill reference number near the meter and enter it online to get the LESCO duplicate bill. If the landlord does not show you the bill, that is a red flag.
Method Convenience Security Risk of Scams
· Official Website Medium (internet needed) Very high Lowest
· SMS Service High (phone needed) High Very low
· Mobile / Third?Party App High (smartphone needed) High if official Low-medium
Never click on any unknown link and match the paper bill with the online copy.
Don’t be bothered by backlog notice or intentional delays – you can verify via SMS/online and make the payment on time.
Follow these methods, plus bonus tips. Check LESCO electricity provider official logo on your bill, so that you can always verify your bill is real. Keeping your payment safe is your right – there is no place to fall prey to scams.
Use SMS service, send LESCO Customer ID to 8118 for instant bill info.
Ignore it, don’t click the link. Confirm via official method. Check the format/grammar.
Only download official LESCO app or trusted apps after researching about them many people have recommended trusted apps.
To check your electricity bill online in Pakistan, you can visit the website for your electricity provider and enter your 14-digit reference number. You can find your reference number on any previous bill.
You can check your Sui Gas bill online by visiting the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) website or the Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) website, and entering your 10-digit consumer number.
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