With spring finally arriving in Georgia, many homeowners will be planting and completing home improvement projects.
Georgia Power is reminding customers to call 811 before digging and to follow “right tree, right place” guidelines to improve energy efficiency and protect underground utilities during National Safe Digging Month this April.
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Digging-related incidents are easily preventable and can lead to power outages, service disruptions, and serious safety risks.
Georgia law requires anyone planning a digging project, planting a tree, installing a fence or starting a landscaping project to contact 811 at least three business days before digging so underground utilities can be safely marked at no cost.
Georgia Power is also encouraging customers to plant trees strategically to help lower energy bills and avoid future maintenance issues.
Properly placed trees can shade homes, reduce cooling costs and enhance outdoor spaces, while trees planted too close to power lines can lead to outages and reliability concerns as they grow.
Georgia Power’s Right Tree, Right Place guidance helps customers select tree types and planting locations that support long-term energy efficiency and system reliability.
Customers can find planting guidance and safety tips at GeorgiaPower.com/Trees or by visiting Georgia811.com.