Meters will be maintained by the utility so far as ordinary wear and tear are concerned. When a meter is designed for and located within a building or structure on the premises, the customer shall pay for all damages due to external causes or heat or cold. When the meter or meter box is damaged by the customer, the customer shall pay for damages pursuant to R.103-733.5.
The customer shall notify the utility of any damage to or improper functioning of the meter as soon as the customer becomes aware of it.
S.C. Code Regs. § 103-726