Call Before You Dig

Digging soon?

Digging soon? Whether you’re planting a tree, digging holes for fence posts or driving stakes for concrete call LA ONE Call at 811 or toll free 1-800-272-3020 at least two full workdays before digging or construction excavation begins.

The service is free and keeps you, your family, your employees or your company safe! Utility locators will use the color code listed below to mark underground utilities before you start your project.

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