Pennsylvania Law
Pennsylvania has laws regarding underground utility lines.
Underground Utility Line Protection Law - Act 127 of 2024, signed by Governor Josh Shapiro on October 29, 2024.
PA One Call Law - The Underground Utility Line Protection Act was signed by Governor Tom Wolf on October 30, 2017.
1974 Act 287 - The Underground Utility Line Protection Law from the Pennsylvania General Assembly, dated December 10, 1974.
Complaints
Learn how to submit a complaint with a public utility. You can also search existing formal complaints.
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Homeowners and contractors must call 8-1-1 before starting any digging or excavation project.
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If you can't find what you're looking for here, please contact the PA Public Utility Commission. Call us at 1-800-692-7380 or contact us online.
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