If you only remember one thing from this web site, remember this. Always call in a utility locate prior to doing any power or hand excavation for drainage. Doing drainage with power tools and a ditch witch is for amateurs and fools. Call before you dig, it is the law.
This advice is for your safety. I cannot stess this enough. You may go to the internet for information on calling in utility locates at “call before you dig.org”. For a phone number to call in the Portland area or to be connected to utility locate services in your state call 503-246-6699.
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