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Call 811 before you dig

Call 811 at least two business days before any digging project so your utilities can mark underground lines. This applies even if you hire a professional.

Steps

3 steps
  1. Call 811 at least 2 business days aheadYou can also call toll free at 1-800-332-2344. Call before any digging project.
  2. Let the utilities mark their linesThe notification center coordinates with your utilities to mark electric, gas, communications and water lines.
  3. Call even if you hire a professionalCall 811 whether you plan to dig yourself or hire someone.
Do not call the PUC consumer line to schedule marking; call 811.

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