Fargo-Moorhead Utilities, City by City

Every utility company in the Fargo-Moorhead metro, by city — electric, gas, water, garbage & internet contacts plus move-in tips from local REALTORS®.

The FM metro spans two states and a patchwork of utility territories — municipal power in Moorhead, Hawley, and Barnesville, co-op electricity from Cass County Electric across much of rural North Dakota, and Xcel Energy or Otter Tail Power elsewhere. Which companies serve you comes down to your exact address. We put every provider in one place: pick your city below and you'll get the phone numbers, setup links, and local know-how to have heat, water, and Wi-Fi running the day you get your keys.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I set up utilities when moving to Fargo-Moorhead?

Pick your city below for the exact providers, but the rhythm is the same everywhere: order internet two to three weeks out, start or transfer electric and gas one to two weeks out, then set up water, sewer, and garbage with the city office about a week before move-in. Everything should be active in your name on your closing or move-in date.

Which utility company serves my address?

It depends on your city — and sometimes your neighborhood. Xcel Energy covers much of Fargo and West Fargo, Cass County Electric Cooperative serves many newer developments and rural Cass County, Moorhead runs its own municipal utility, and towns like Hawley and Barnesville have city-owned power. Pick your city below and the guide lists exactly who to call.

Do utilities transfer automatically when I buy a home?

No. Utility accounts never ride along with the deed — the seller schedules a stop date and you start service in your name effective on closing day. Do it a week or two ahead; it's a five-minute call per provider, and we build it into the closing checklist for every buyer we work with.

Should I shut off utilities while my home is listed for sale?

Keep everything on until closing, even if the house is empty. Showings need lights, inspections need a working furnace and water heater, and an unheated vacant home in a Fargo-Moorhead winter can freeze its pipes in one night. Set the thermostat to a safe temperature and leave service active — it's far cheaper than repairing water damage.

Are utilities different on the North Dakota and Minnesota sides?

The companies differ more than the rules do. Minnesota-side towns lean municipal — Moorhead Public Service covers electric and water with one account, and Hawley and Barnesville run their own power — while the North Dakota side is mostly Xcel Energy, Cass County Electric, or Otter Tail Power depending on the address. Either way, the setup timeline is identical.

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Modern Market REALTORS® — Jim Christl (Broker) & Shannon Barnum (Associate Broker). Serving Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo, Horace, Detroit Lakes, and Minnesota lake country. Call (701) 205-5517.