Paul Dreher Director of Personal Insurance View Bio

Service lines allow for water, power, natural gas, and internet to be available to homes, businesses, and throughout a community. When service lines are damaged, it can cause a great disruption to services and property alike.

Damage to Service Lines Can Be Caused By:

  • Tree roots
  • Digging accidents
  • Natural wear and tear
  • Leaks
  • Breaks

To provide an understanding of where service lines may be hidden, it is highly recommended to call the national call-before-you-dig hotline, 811, before starting any project. By calling 811, a representative may visit your location to mark the location of buried lines with flags, lessening the chance of a line becoming damaged. Even if installing a new mailbox or fence, it is essential to understand the location of utility lines to avoid any issues.

For homeowners, a disruption to the line can result in loss of personal services, damages to property, and a hefty financial burden. Unfortunately, most homeowners’ policies do not automatically include coverage for utility lines.

It is critical you review your current policies and ensure you have proper coverage to help cover the cost of any potential damages. The Lawley team would be happy to understand your current homeowner’s policy and ensure you have proper utility line coverage.