How to obtain non payment list from utility companies?

[Maggie Chan]

Hi, I am a real estate investor just began direct mailing.  Does anyone have any luck requesting a non payment list from utility companies?  I tried calling a water company in an area that I'm interested in, but they told me that they could not give me that information because I am not the owner.  I heard from a podcast that some investors are able to get it. I just don't know how. Please help!