Kensington PSL compliance (or private sewer lateral ordinance compliance) is required because Kensington is served by the Stege Sanitary District, one of the agencies in the EBMUD Regional Private Sewer Lateral Program. The ordinance shifts responsibility for private sewer lateral maintenance, repair, and replacement services from the city to the property owner. That’s right, you’re responsible for your own private sewer lateral upkeep. Fortunately, here at Streamline Plumbing, we offer professional Kensington PSL compliance inspections, repairs, and more. Contact us for more information on our PSL compliance services.
When You Need Kensington PSL Compliance
Because the Stege Sanitary District is part of the EBMUD regional program, Kensington property owners need a PSL compliance certificate in these situations:
- Selling the home or transferring title: the certificate is required to close escrow
- A building project or remodel over $100,000 (certificate due at final permit sign-off)
- Increasing or decreasing water service with a change in meter size
- Any time you choose: voluntary certificates are available
Once issued, the certificate lasts 7 years for a lateral that passed as-is or was repaired, or 20 years after a full replacement (EBMUD guidelines).
What’s The Purpose Of The Kensington PSL Ordinance?
This ordinance is primarily in existence to help maintain the cleanliness of the area and the bay itself. Old sewer laterals leak wastewater into the ground and storm drain system. This seepage of raw sewage into the water supply is both hazardous to the health of Bay Area citizens as well as local wildlife. Keeping this water and land clean should be the top priority for city officials and area residents. A faulty sewer lateral can also allow rainwater to seep into the sewer system, which causes overflows and dangerous sewer backups.
Does The Kensington Private Sewer Lateral Ordinance Apply To You?
This Kensington private sewer lateral replacement program applies to anyone who is selling/being sold a property or anyone who is increasing/decreasing water service that requires a change in meter size. Obtaining the PSL certificate from EBMUD is also needed for anyone who does $100,000+ worth of renovations on their home or property.
Why Kensington Homeowners Choose Streamline for PSL Compliance
- Sewer work is all we do – more than 10,000 sewers replaced since 1990.
- Licensed and insured: California Sewer Contractor License #672250 (C-42, C-36); insured PL & PD.
- A+ BBB accredited business.
- 24/7 emergency service for homes, apartments, businesses and HOAs.
Our crews do the same work for Oakland PSL compliance and across the regional program; see our EBMUD PSL compliance hub for how the program works.
What Customers Say
★★★★★“I gave [Streamline] the highest rating because they came out and were efficient in getting the job done. […] They did the sewer line from the street all the way up, and connected five units to the main sewer. Because it had gone under the easement of another property, they routed the line all around so it stayed on our property. […] I trusted them and they did what they said they could do. […] I would definitely use them again.”
– Eddie G., June 2016
Kensington PSL Compliance FAQ
Who runs the Kensington PSL program?
Kensington’s sewers are served by the Stege Sanitary District, one of the agencies in the EBMUD Regional Private Sewer Lateral program. EBMUD performs the inspections and issues the certificates (EBMUD).
Does a Kensington remodel trigger PSL compliance?
Yes, if the building or remodeling work is over $100,000: the certificate is needed at final permit sign-off. Changing your water meter size triggers it too.
How do I check my Kensington property’s PSL certificate status?
Search your address with the EBMUD PSL search tool. If a valid certificate is already on file, you won’t need a new one until it expires.
What if my Kensington sewer lateral fails the PSL test before closing?
The lateral is repaired or replaced and tested again. If that can’t happen before escrow closes, EBMUD’s Time Extension Certificate allows 180 days to finish, with a $4,500 refundable deposit (EBMUD). Many laterals can be replaced without a trench; see Kensington trenchless sewer repair.
Is my Kensington private sewer lateral my responsibility?
Yes. Property owners are responsible for their private sewer lateral. We can test, repair or replace it and handle the EBMUD inspection for you; call (510) 481-0380.
Contact Us For More Kensington PSL Compliance Information!
Our plumbing professionals have the knowledge and experience to help you with your Kensington PSL repairs and the certification process. Contact us if you have any further questions regarding the PSL certificate, or its cost to you. Our Kensington PSL compliance plumbers are always standing by to take your call!