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Frequently Asked Questions
At Eastern Area Locating, we help homeowners, contractors, and businesses identify underground utilities before digging or construction. Our FAQs cover private utility locating, ground penetrating radar (GPR), electrical fault locating, and other specialized services to help prevent utility damage and support safer projects throughout the Lehigh Valley and surrounding Pennsylvania communities.
When should I hire a private utility locating company before digging on my property?
You should hire a private utility locating company when your project involves digging in areas where privately owned underground lines may be present. This includes fence installation, landscaping, construction, and excavation near outbuildings. At Eastern Area Locating, we help identify underground utilities that may not be covered by the public 811 locating service, giving property owners and contractors more information before work begins.
Does calling 811 identify all underground utility lines on private property?
No. Calling 811 generally initiates locating for participating utility-owned infrastructure, but it does not necessarily identify privately owned underground lines. Utilities serving detached garages, outdoor lighting, irrigation systems, and other private property features may require separate locating services. We help identify these additional underground utilities so property owners can better understand what may be beneath their work area.
