KANSAS CITY, Mo. — As the weather warms up, many people are eager to get started on their home improvement and gardening projects.
Before the first shovel goes in the ground, be sure to contact 811 or submit a request online through Kansas 811 at kansas811.com. This free service is available for projects big and small, from installing a mailbox to building a deck.
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Underground utilities, including natural gas lines, can vary in location and depth. Even if you think you know where those lines are, contacting 811 is an important first step to prevent damage and keep everyone safe.
Hitting a natural gas line can cause:
Damage to underground lines
Service disruptions for you and your neighbors
Costly delays to your project
By contacting 811, professional locators will mark all of the underground facilities within the designated project area with flags and/or paint at no cost to the home or business owner.
Once the project is marked, be aware of the tolerance zone: a minimum of 24 inches. Hand or soft dig techniques should be used within this area.
Contacting 811 before you dig is a simple step that helps keep projects on track and communities safe. Learn more about safe digging and take the pledge at beadigherokansas.com.
Missouri residents should also contact 811 before digging. Missourians can learn more at the Missouri 811 website.
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