Who's responsible for the safe keeping and maintenance of the water meter?

Water meters are the property of the Water Department.  The water meters are supplied by the Water Department for a fee charged according to the water meter size. The property owner is responsible for maintaining the water meter and any reading devices attached to them.  At the time of installation, a water meter is sealed to ensure proper calibration and operation.  This seal must not be broken.  The meter also must be insulated so that it does not freeze or break, and it must be secured so that it is not stolen.  The property owner will be charged a fee for any damages to, or loss of, the meter and reading devices.

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1. If I have a leak on the service line feeding my building, what do I do?
2. Who's responsible for the safe keeping and maintenance of the water meter?
3. How does the City read my water meter?
4. Is there a charge for the water meter?
5. If I have a question about my water bill, who do I call?
6. If I am experiencing a problem with water in my building (rusty water, low pressure, no water, etc.), who do I call?
7. If I'm selling my house, do I need a closing reading?
8. If I'm buying a house in the City, what should I do? Do I need a closing reading?
9. What does the City do if they can't get a reading at my building?
10. What are estimated and minimum bills?
11. Where or how do I make payment for my water bill? What form of payment do they take?