Fall is a great time to tackle outdoor projects - planting trees, installing fences, improving drainage, adding landscaping and more. Before you dig, make sure contacting 811 is part of the plan. Underground utilities can be closer than you think, even on smaller projects.

Safe digging starts before the crew arrives. Contacting 811 should be part of the project plan. Build utility coordination into the schedule, allow time for markings, and make sure the site is ready before excavation begins.

For contractors and excavators, safe digging starts before you arrive on site. Submit your locate request, wait for the marks, respect the tolerance zone, and dig carefully around buried utilities. A safe job starts with a safe plan. al811.com/contractors-excava…

Safe digging starts before the first scoop of dirt moves. For every excavation, contact Alabama 811 before you dig and make sure underground utilities are located before work begins. It’s free, it’s simple, and it’s the law. Learn more at AL811.com

Planning a project around the house? Add “contact 811” to your checklist before the shovel hits the ground. Having underground utilities marked helps prevent damage, service outages, & costly repairs. Start safe. Contact 811 before you dig. al811.com/

Happy 8/11 Day! Today is a reminder to always contact 811 before digging. It’s a simple step that helps protect underground utilities, prevent service interruptions, and keep Alabama communities safe. Know what’s below. Contact 811 before you dig. #811Day #Alabama811

8/11 Day is coming up! August 11 is a great reminder that safe digging starts with contacting 811 before any digging project. It only takes a few minutes to submit a request, but it can help prevent a much bigger problem.

Every dig. Every time. Safe digging starts before the shovel hits the ground. One free locate request can help protect: ✔ Your family ✔ Your property ✔ Your community 👉 Contact 811 before you dig. al811.com/ #DigSafe #SafetyFirst

Summer projects are in full swing. Planting trees, landscaping, fencing, decks, irrigation, mailboxes - many common outdoor projects require contacting 811 first. Plan ahead before breaking ground. 👉 It’s FREE. It’s Simple. It’s the Law. al811.com/homeowner/

Knowing where underground utilities are before digging helps protect your crew, your project, and the community around you. Contact 811 before you dig

Think your project is too small to contact 811? Landscaping, fencing, mailbox installation, and even small digging jobs can impact underground utilities. Utility lines may be closer to the surface than you think. 👉 Contact 811 before you dig. #811BeforeYouDig #Alabama811

Every dig. Every time. Contacting 811 isn’t just a recommendation. It’s the first step to protecting yourself, your property, and your community. It only takes a few minutes to submit a request. 👉 Make it part of your routine.

Think your project isn’t deep enough to matter? Think again. ✔ Landscaping ✔ Fencing ✔ Installing a new mailbox All of these require an 811 locate request. Utility lines can be just inches below the surface. 👉 Don’t guess. Contact 811 before you dig.

Have you used 811 before digging? If not, here’s what you need to know before excavating near buried utilities. Know what’s below. Call 811 before you dig. Learn more: al811.com/first-time-811-use…

Myth vs. Fact MYTH: "My project is too shallow to need an 811 call." FACT: Some utility lines can be found just inches below the surface. A garden, mailbox post, a fence installation — any of these can strike a gas, electric, water or fiber line. Contact 811 before you dig

This April, millions of Americans will pick up a shovel. Make sure 811 comes first — before the fence, the garden bed, the patio, the mailbox. Simple. Fast. Could save your life. #NationalSafeDiggingMonth #811BeforeYouDig

Did you know outlining your project area with white paint or flags can help speed things up? White lining lets utility locators know exactly where you plan to dig, making the process faster, smoother, and safer before work begins. al811.com/the-benefits-of-wh…

Planting a tree? Installing a fence? Repairing irrigation pipes? Whatever the project, not contacting 811 before digging can lead to serious consequences. Don’t make a costly mistake—check out our blog: Top 3 Mistakes People Make Before Digging. al811.com/top-3-mistakes-peo…

Planning a weekend project? Plan ahead! If you’re digging this weekend, Contact 811 on Monday or Tuesday to allow utility companies time to mark their lines. It’s FREE, it’s Simple, & it's The Law

Planning a digging project? Before you dig, take a moment to review what you need to know to dig safely and responsibly. A little preparation can help prevent damage, delays, and safety risks. Learn more: al811.com/before-you-dig