Pennsylvania 811 encourages everyone to contact 811 three (3) business days before digging to avoid damaging buried utilities
Pennsylvania 811 is using the 8 – 1 – 1 calendar date as a timely reminder to residents: Always contact 811 before starting any digging project to have underground utilities marked. Whether you're installing a mailbox or breaking ground on a major construction project, contacting 811 helps prevent accidents, outages and costly repairs.
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Every few minutes, an underground utility line is damaged because someone digs without calling 811. Hitting a buried line can lead to serious consequences-from disrupting essential services to causing severe injury.
Striking a single utility line can cause repair costs, inconvenient outages, fines, severe injuries and can even cause fatalities. Every digging project warrants contacting 811 by phone or online. From building a deck to planting a tree, every digging project requires an 811 request at least a three business days before breaking ground.
“On Aug.11-and every day-we remind homeowners and contractors to use 811 before they dig,” said Bill Kiger, President & CEO at Pennsylvania 811. “This simple step protects you, your property, and your entire community. It's free, it's fast, and it can prevent a life-changing mistake.”
Digging ** soon** ? Take these steps to stay safe and avoid unnecessary risks:
— Contact 811 three business days in advance-no matter the size of your project or how well you know the property.
— Plan ahead. Make your request early in the week for weekend projects.
— Wait for utility lines to be marked and confirm that utilities have responded to your request before starting any digging.
— Respect the marks and dig with care.
— Double check that your contractor has contacted 811 if you've hired one. Never allow unmarked digging to begin.
— To learn more about safe digging and to submit a request, visit www.paonecall.org.
Pennsylvania 811's mission is to promote safety and prevent damage to underground facilities.
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SOURCE Pennsylvania One Call System, Inc.
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