(a) Meters will be repaired by the Water Utility and the cost of such repairs caused by ordinary wear and tear will be borne by the Water Utility.
(b) Repair of any damage to a meter resulting from the carelessness of the owner of the premises, the owner's agent, or tenant, or from the negligence of any one of them to properly secure and protect same, including any damage that may result from allowing a water meter to become frozen or to be damaged from the presence of hot water or steam in the meter, shall be paid for by the customer or the owner of the premises.