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Moved Recently? You Might Be Owed a Utility Deposit

Old utility deposits and final bill credits often go unclaimed.

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Published 2026-04-15Updated 2026-04-30Last checked 2026-04-30
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Direct answer

You may be owed a utility deposit refund or final credit if you moved and your old utility company couldn't reach you. Check your old utility's refund page and your state unclaimed property database.

Eligibility summary
what this is
Utility deposit refund
who may qualify
People who moved and had a deposit on file
what you may receive
Deposit + final-bill credits
where to check
Old utility + state unclaimed
cost
Free
deadline
No fixed deadline
state
All
last checked
2026-04-30
watch out for
Refund finders charging fees
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Where to check

Contact your old utility, then check your prior state's unclaimed property database.

Quick facts
program type
Refund
common benefit
Returned deposit
who it may help
Recent movers
application cost
Free
availability
All states
main documents
Old account #, ID
risk warning
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Refund finders charging fees

FAQ

How long does it take?

Often a few weeks once the claim is verified.

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Sources
  • Old utility + state unclaimedOfficial sourceLast checked 2026-04-30

    You may be owed a utility deposit refund or final credit if you moved and your old utility company couldn't reach you. Check your old utility's refund page and your state unclaimed property database.

We link to the official source so you can verify eligibility, deadlines, and application steps before you apply. · Article last checked 2026-04-30.

Independent publisher. Claim What's Yours is not a government agency, law firm, tax preparer, settlement administrator, or benefits office. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines, and application details with the official source.

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