Beware of Fake Websites Selling Balcas Energy Wood Pellets

Only use genuine Balcas Wood Pellets – Beware Fraudulent Imitations! Scammers are exploiting the UK and Ireland’s wood pellet shortage by creating fake websites and social media accounts advertising Balcas Energy products. We strongly advise customers to only purchase from www.balcasenergy.com.

How to Recognise and Prevent Phishing Scams

Online scams have surged, with over two-thirds of adults targeted since January. Cybercriminals use phishing emails, texts, and social media messages to steal personal information. Awareness is your best defense. Here’s how to spot phishing attempts:

1. Urgent Calls to Action or Threats

Scammers create urgency, claiming you must click a link, call, or open an attachment immediately. They may promise rewards or threaten penalties to pressure you into acting without thinking.

Tip: Always pause and verify the message before taking action. If something feels rushed, it’s likely a scam.

2. First-Time or Infrequent Senders

Receiving an email or message from an unknown sender can be a red flag. Even if it looks legitimate, examine it carefully before responding.

3. Spelling and Grammar Errors

Legitimate businesses use professional editors. Messages with poor grammar or awkward translations may indicate a scam.

4. Generic Greetings

Companies you do business with will usually address you by name. Be cautious of emails starting with “Dear Sir/Madam” or similar generic greetings.

5. Mismatched Email Domains

Check if the sender’s email domain matches the company’s official website. Scammers often use similar but slightly altered domains, like “micros0ft.com” instead of “microsoft.com.”

6. Suspicious Links or Attachments

Never click on unexpected links or download attachments from unknown sources. Hover over links to check if the actual web address matches what is displayed. If it looks suspicious, don’t click.

Report Fake Balcas Websites

If you come across a website pretending to be Balcas Energy, please report it and contact us via social media or email at energy@balcas.com.

Thank you for staying vigilant. Genuine Balcas Wood Pellets – Beware Fraudulent Imitations!

Balcas Energy