Information for Homeowners

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What is Diggers Hotline:

Diggers Hotline is a not-for-profit company that helps you find the location of buried utility lines that may interfere with your excavation project.

State law requires that you contact Diggers Hotline, either by phone or online three working days before you disturb the soil.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here is a quick reference tool for your most FAQ's

Utility Location Color Code

These colors denote various facilites on flags or painted markings

Glossary

Here is a list of commonly used words to describe certain funtions of Diggers Hotline and the Utility Industry

Get the Details:

Take a look at the ins and outs of using Diggers Hotline. Download a copy of the Homeowners Guide to Diggers Hotline, or take a look at it.

Email-a-Locate:

Diggers Hotline offers a way to file your locate request online. Be sure to read these tips on using the Email-a-Locate program.