Pipe & Backflow Ownership

Who fixes a sewer or water line leak at my property?

The answer depends on a few factors.

As a home or property owner, you’re responsible for maintenance and repairs on your home or property’s plumbing – including pools and irrigation systems.

BSU maintains the pipes up to, and including:

• The backflow prevention device on your water service.
• Your sewer cleanout near the property line.

Before you contact a plumber, call Customer Service if you:

• Have a malfunctioning water meter.
• Have an unusually high water bill.
• Suspect there’s a leak outside of your home.
• Have a backflow prevention device that is dripping or damaged.
• Are experiencing sewage back-up and think it may be in the BSU-maintained line.