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Why are there paint and flags in my yard?: Paint and flags on the ground signifies that your neighbor, an excavator, utility owner or other stakeholder has called 811 to request that their underground utilities be located and marked for an upcoming excavation project. For more information, please call 770-277-7440.

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1. Why are there paint and flags in my yard?: Paint and flags on the ground signifies that your neighbor, an excavator, utility owner or other stakeholder has called 811 to request that their underground utilities be located and marked for an upcoming excavation project. For more information, please call 770-277-7440.

2. How much does it cost to call 811 and have my utilities located and marked?: The call is free and the locating and marking is free. In fact, Georgia law requires everyone, including homeowners; to call 811 at least 48 hours before performing any type of digging or excavation. For more information please call 770-277-7440.