When am I responsible for sewer blockages versus the MUD?

Sewer backups/blockages may be due to a blockage in the main sewer line or a blockage in the homeowner’s line. If Municipal District Services (MDS), the MUD’s Operator, determines that the blockage is on the MUD’s side in the main line, then the MUD will rectify the problem. If MDS determines that the blockage is in the homeowner’s line, then the homeowner will need to contact a plumber to rectify the issue. Certain repairs to sewer lines and water lines require inspection by the MDS. Please contact them at (281) 290-6503.

To help prevent sewer blockages see the resources on the following link:

https://www.pattypotty.com

Am I responsible for water leaks?

Repair of any water leaks occurring on the homeowner’s side of the water connection (from the water meter up to and inside the house) is the responsibility of the homeowner.

Do MUD 47 operators have permission to come onto my property?

Yes. By application for connection to the District’s system, the Customer shall be deemed to be granting to the District and its representatives a right of ingress and egress to and from the meter or point of service for such installation, maintenance, and repair as the District, in its judgment, may deem reasonably necessary.

The Customer shall also be deemed to be granting to the District and its representatives a right to ingress and egress to the Customer’s property, including the interior and exterior of the Customer’s premises, for the purpose of performing the inspections and completing the Customer Service Inspection Certifications required by the District’s Rules and Regulations (see “Rate Order”).