As Iowans prepare for summer projects that may involve digging, Iowa One Call reminds us to have buried utility lines located first. Professional excavators and homeowners are required by law to arrange locating services before digging.
There are thousands of miles of underground utility lines that can be damaged by a shovel or excavation equipment even during such simple projects as planting trees or building a deck.
Before you dig, call 811 or visit www.iowaonecall.com to arrange for a professional to locate buried utility lines for free.