I'm about 99.44% sure that I had a scammer come to my door yesterday. The only reason I have that sliver of doubt is that I wasn't home (still at work) and it was relayed to me by my 12yo twins.
Seems a fellow came to the door stating that he was from [local utility company] and he really needed to talk to me about the fact that the bill hadn't been paid. Unsurprisingly, he didn't return at the time the kids suggested that he return.
Seriously, I know the way this works--if you were *actually* behind, first you get the bill with the "past due" stamped on it. Then some nasty-grams. They don't send anyone to the house unless they are ready to actually disconnect the services, but they'd have sent several notices before that happens. Given that the last bill arrived middle of last month w/o any such markers, I know I'm not behind. I'd really know for sure he was a scammer if he said that I needed to pay up w/ cash.
Unfortunately, the 12yos were not observant enough to get a good enough description to call the police with. However, on further questioning, I learned that there was not a [local utility company] vehicle in front of the house when this guy was at the door.
Have to admit I am a little disappointed that he didn't come back. I was all set to talk to him while the older teen would be calling the police so that they'd be able to come by while the guy was still at my door.
Of course, I have since explained to my kids the markers that identify a legit employee of [local utility company], and that if there's a next time, to get a little more identifying info and to get the cops called.