Who is responsible for repair costs associated with a sewer lateral repair?
The homeowner is responsible for repairing problems with their sewer lateral. Average costs of these repairs are typically $3,000 or more. The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (MSD) does not pay for sewer lateral repairs. The city Sewer Lateral Insurance program is designed to assist the homeowner in covering this expense.

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1. Who is responsible for repair costs associated with a sewer lateral repair?
2. How does Ellisville’s Sewer Lateral Program work?
3. What steps do I take if there is a cave-in in the street or yard area that may be caused by a sewer collapse?
4. What steps do I take if my sewer lateral becomes blocked?
5. How do I apply for the insurance program?
6. What work is covered by the insurance?
7. How do I get the insurance fund payment?