It's a free service. Technicians will be sent to the site to locate public utilities using electromagnetic equipment. Then, they mark any that run from the street to the service meter. This will help homeowners and professionals prevent damage to public water, sewage, power and natural gas lines.

How much does a line locator cost?

Costs can vary from under $10 to over $100 per locate for critical utility lines.

Do locates cost money?

CALLING 811 WILL HOLD UP MY WORK. I DON'T HAVE TIME TO CALL. Calling 811 is free—the cost is paid by utility companies to protect you and your employees or tenants. ... The depth of pipelines and other utilities can change over time.