You need to contact Dig Safe (or a similar utility marking service) before installing an irrigation system — whether residential or commercial — because it’s crucial to avoid damaging underground utilities. Here’s why it’s so important:
Prevent Damage to Utilities: Gas lines, water pipes, electrical cables, and communication lines are often buried underground. Accidentally hitting one of these can cause costly repairs, dangerous situations, and service disruptions.
Ensure Safety: Striking a gas line or electrical cable can lead to serious injuries, fires, or even explosions. Dig Safe ensures you avoid those hazards by clearly marking where it’s safe to dig.
Legal Requirement: In most places, it’s legally required to call Dig Safe (or your local equivalent) before any excavation. Ignoring this step could lead to fines or legal issues if damage occurs.
Avoid Service Interruptions: Damaging water, power, or internet lines could cut off service to your property — or your neighbors’ — leading to unnecessary inconvenience and repair costs.
Protect Your Irrigation Investment: Digging without knowing where utilities are could lead to breaking pipes or lines that disrupt your new irrigation system’s installation — adding time and expense to fix those issues.
Residential and Commercial Scale: Commercial properties often have more complex utility networks than residential ones. In both cases, careful planning and marking ensure proper, damage-free installation.
