Call before you dig – it’s the law!
By law, anyone planning to excavate is required to call 811, Miss Utility, at least three full business days before work begins. Whether you’re planning an excavation as part of a landscaping project or building a deck or addition onto your home, avoid property damage, personal injury, and possible fines by contacting Miss Utility before you start to dig.
The service will notify all utilities to mark the approximate location of underground service lines that might be in the construction area at no cost to residential customers. If you damage a natural gas pipeline while digging, you endanger your safety and the safety of others. You may also be responsible for repairs.
If you have contractors performing work for you, make sure they call Miss Utility before starting work, too. The number one cause of natural gas pipeline damage is from third parties digging near underground facilities.
