Residential Customers
Residential customers are required to make the following deposits:
These deposits will be held by the city until the account is terminated.
Download a residential service application (PDF) or a temporary service application (PDF).
Commercial Customers
Commercial deposits are two times the average monthly utility bill for that location. These deposits can be secured with cash, a letter of credit, or a surety bond. Email the Customer Care Center to obtain further deposit requirements for commercial customers.
Download a commercial service application (PDF).
Additional Information
The following credit cards may be used to provide the required service deposit:
- American Express
- Debit cards
- Discover
- MasterCard
- Visa
With the exception of weekends and holidays, new service can normally be initiated within 24 hours of receipt of a signed service application and satisfaction of the deposit requirement.
For more deposit information, contact the Customer Care Center at (912) 384-3302 or dial 311.