- Service Name
Dig Safe System, Inc.
- Industry
Public Safety, Notification Services, Excavation Safety, Utility Coordination
- Main Value Proposition
Preventing damage to buried underground pipes and ensuring community safety during excavation projects.
- Description
Dig Safe is a notification center that connects individuals planning excavation projects with member utility companies to prevent damage to underground pipes. This free service ensures safety and service continuity by notifying utilities about upcoming digging activities.
- Key Features
Free service for notifying utilities about excavation projects; Links users with participating member utility companies; Provides a 72-hour advance notice requirement for Vermont excavators; Educational resources and videos for new users
- Use Cases
Ideal for homeowners planning to dig for projects like swimming pools, fences, or mailboxes, as well as contractors involved in larger excavation projects.
- Competitive advantages
No cost for users to submit excavation notifications; Direct connection to multiple utility companies through a single notification; Educational resources to guide users through the process
- Strengths
The service is user-friendly, provides essential safety notifications, and has a strong community focus on preventing service disruptions.
- Positioning
Dig Safe positions itself as a crucial safety intermediary between the public and utility companies, emphasizing community safety and responsibility.
- Audience
Homeowners, contractors, and excavators in the regions of Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
- CTA
Submit a Dig Safe Ticket or Call 811
- Tags
Excavation Safety
Utility Notification
Community Safety
Free Service
- Tagline
Call 811
- Tone of Voice
Informative, supportive, community-focused
- Differentiation
Dig Safe operates as a private, not-for-profit organization specifically focused on excavation notifications, distinguishing it from other utility services.
- Brand Positioning
As a not-for-profit organization, Dig Safe emphasizes its commitment to public safety and community service rather than profit generation.
- Founded
1981-01-01