City of Pearland, TX
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The City shall have the right to inspect the sub-meters in order to verify that they are functioning properly and to verify accuracy of the readings. Ingress and egress rights to any sub-meters for reading and/or inspection will not be unreasonably withheld during working hours Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- All equipment is subject to inspection after installation
- To assure accuracy, the sub-meters will be tested and inspected once every 12 months by the City for a fee based on size of meter and per the City fee Ordinance. Fees as of June 2013 are as follows:
5/8” - $80
1”-1.5" - $100
2”- 8” - $150
above 8” - $200
City uses sub-contractor to tests meters and fee may change based on cost to City. If repairs need to be performed upon testing, the charge will be labor plus parts, and a retesting fee of $75
- If a water sub-meter(s) or meter interface unit (MIU) is defective or malfunctioning, the City shall be notified within two business days. The City will inspect and make repairs, to be charged to customer. (Labor plus parts)
- Failure to report defective or malfunctioning sub-meter or MIU’s within the specified time period shall result in the loss of the sewer use credit, until the City is notified and repairs are made and the sub-meter is functioning properly.