You really should do a bit more research before you question the moral character and business practices of someone you have never met. 

I have morals and values and handle myself as such even in real estate.

@Andrew Morales“Completely understand the worry, we are all worried.

Contractor have the knowledge and tools/skills to steal@  Cost me $2,500.Moral of the Story-- If they are reputable, they will at least split the cost or pay for all of it as it was their error, or if they aren't--- consider this the cost of your lesson and find a trust worthy contractor.   

No morality of any type.  

It’s not really about the “morality”.

@Avvy Morales  Usually the water company will notice when water usage is constant and high for a period of time and contact the person on the bill. 

@Lyndal McMurphy, moral obligation? 

I figured morally, to live with myself a bit, to do what most people said and return the majority of the deposit.

Blows my mind.Biggerpockets created morale hazard promoting BRRRR so hard and I say it as someone who has done it to an extent, has reserves and I am still uneasy about it all.