Texas law requires excavators to contact 811 at least two business days before excavating, excluding weekends and holidays, even if you’re working in your own backyard.

Each state has their own unique processes and laws for digging. The map provides additional details on each 811 center, and specific guidelines for each state.

2 days ago · 811 is a free, nationwide number designed to keep you safe when digging or excavating.* Calling 811 is a simple process and is always the safest option anytime you are …

Research has revealed that if someone calls 8-1-1 before they dig, they have a 99 percent chance of avoiding an incident, injury, harm to the environment and even death. Want to know more? …

811 is the national phone number designated by the Federal Communications Commission that connects professionals and homeowners who plan to dig with their local one call center.

Homeowners can submit a ticket online or by calling 811. Before requesting a ticket, prepare your dig site and ensure you have the proper information on hand. Check out the Six Steps to Safe …

Homeowners and Professional Excavators can submit their Locate Requests Online! To get started first choose your state from above.

Anyone planning to dig should call 811 or visit their state’s 811 center website to request that the approximate locations of underground utilities be marked.

Texas811 is the nation’s largest one-call center, dedicated to safety and protecting Texas’ underground infrastructure.

811 is the national call-before-you-dig phone number to ensure that all utilities have responded to your request before putting a shovel in the ground.