Chattanooga Electric Power Board (EPB), TN Utility Deposit Bond
Overview
Get bonded with Chattanooga's Electric Power Board and activate or restore your EPB electric service without tying up cash in a security deposit. EPB accepts a surety bond in place of that deposit, letting you keep your money while still meeting the utility's financial security requirement. This bond is a local Chattanooga requirement — issued specifically for EPB accounts, not for any other Tennessee utility. Bond Titan makes it fast and fully online.
Who Needs This Bond?
Customers who have been told by EPB that a security deposit is required to open or restore an electric service account in Chattanooga need this bond. This typically applies to residential and commercial applicants whose credit history or account standing triggers a deposit requirement. If EPB has quoted you a cash deposit amount and you would rather not pay it upfront, a utility deposit bond is your alternative. This bond stands in place of that cash and satisfies EPB's requirement directly.
What is this Bond For?
EPB uses the deposit — cash or bonded — to protect itself against unpaid utility bills. If a customer leaves an outstanding balance and EPB cannot collect, the bond provides a financial backstop that the utility can draw against. You, the customer, are the principal on this bond, and EPB is the protected party. Posting this bond signals to EPB that there is a financial guarantee behind your account.
When is it Required?
Opening a new EPB electric service account or restoring a previously disconnected one is the moment this bond becomes mandatory — specifically when EPB determines that a security deposit is required. That determination is typically triggered by a credit review or a prior unpaid balance with the utility. At that point, EPB will not activate service until the deposit obligation is satisfied, either in cash or through a surety bond like this one. Have the bond in hand before you call EPB to complete your account setup.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies exclusively to electric service accounts held with the Chattanooga Electric Power Board, known locally as EPB. It is a city-level requirement specific to Chattanooga, Tennessee, and does not apply to accounts with any other utility provider. If your service address is within EPB's coverage area and you have been given a deposit requirement, this is the bond you need.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' and you will be taken directly into the secure surety portal in a new tab, where you can complete your application and purchase the bond without waiting on an agent. The process is straightforward — enter your account details, complete the application, and download your bond document. Bond Titan's platform is built for speed so you can get your EPB account moving the same day.
Why Bond Titan?
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