Answer by Betina Foreman

Dear Bel, Since the current privacy laws changed, you may no longer call a utility company to see the history of usage for a property unless you are the actual current property owner. Typically your Realtor can ask the owners Realtor for this information. It may take a fair amount of time and effort, but it is not impossible. The key is it may not matter, as the seller may not have the same usage habits that you do. I wish you luck! Sincerely, Betina Austin Home Girls Realty 1601 West 6th Street Austin, Texas 78703