Why Private Utility Locating Matters
Public utility locating through 811 only marks public utilities up to the meter or connection point.
Anything beyond that point is considered private utility — and those lines are not marked by 811.
Common examples of private utilities include:
Electrical lines running from the house to a detached garage or shed
Gas lines to outdoor grills, fire pits, or pool heaters
Private sewer or water lines on your property
Irrigation systems and underground drainage
Power or communication lines added during renovations or additions
Because of this, homeowners and contractors are often told they need a private utility locator before work can begin. Projects like decks, fences, garages, sewer repairs, irrigation, and other ground disturbance commonly require private locating to avoid damage and delays.
Private utility locating helps confirm what’s underground so work can move forward safely and with confidence.
What Happens Next
Submit a locate request
Provide basic information about your project and the location where work is planned.
Details are reviewed and confirmed
The information is reviewed and any clarifying details are confirmed before the locate is scheduled.
The locate is performed
Underground utilities are identified so your project can move forward safely and with confidence.
Local. Experienced. Trusted.
Eagle Eye Utility Locating is a woman-owned, veteran-operated local business serving the Minneapolis–St. Paul area and surrounding communities.
With over a decade of experience, we locate private underground utilities for homeowners, contractors, and commercial projects—helping work move forward safely, accurately, and without surprises.
