Owning land in Missouri offers numerous opportunities, but it’s crucial to understand the location of utilities on your property. Whether you’re planning to sell, develop, or improve your land, knowing where utilities like water lines, sewer mains, gas pipelines, and electrical connections are situated is vital for safety, compliance, and maximizing property value.
Why Knowing Utility Locations Matters
- Avoiding Legal & Safety Risks: Excavation without proper knowledge of underground utilities can lead to damages, legal liabilities, and personal injury.
- Impact on Property Value: Easements, rights-of-way, and utility access can influence property value and future development possibilities.
- Development Considerations: Utility placements or lack of connections can affect development potential.
How to Locate Utilities on Your Property
- Utility Detection Surveys: Professional services can scan your property for underground utility lines, reducing risks and unexpected costs.
- 811 “Call Before You Dig” Service: Dialing 811 connects you with local utility companies to mark underground lines before any digging occurs. This free service helps prevent damage and ensures safe development.
- County & Municipal Utility Records: Local city or county offices maintain records of public utility infrastructure, providing insights into what’s on or near your property.
How Dutchman Realty Assists with Utility Concerns
- Expert Consultations: Offering personalized advice on how utility locations and easements may affect your property’s value and development potential.
- Professional Coordination: Collaborating with experienced utility locating services and surveyors to ensure accurate and comprehensive information about your property’s utilities.
Contact Dee Bax for Expert Guidance
If you’re considering selling your property or undertaking a development project, reach out to us for expert guidance on utility locations and other critical factors.
Phone: (314) 267-2664
Email: [email protected]
Office Address: 1480 Woodstone Dr, Suite 215, St. Charles, MO, 63304
Utility Providers & Contact Information
For utility service inquiries, connections, or location assistance, please contact the appropriate utility provider below:
- Gas:
- Spire Gas: www.spireenergy.com | Customer Service: (800) 887-4173
- Electric:
- Ameren UE: www.ameren.com | Customer Service: (800) 552-7583
- Cuivre River Electric: cuivre.com | Customer Service: (800) 392-3709
- Water:
- American Water: amwater.com | Customer Service: (866) 430-0820
- City of O’Fallon Water: www.ofallon.mo.us | Customer Service: (855) 735-5616
- City of St. Charles Water: www.stcharlescitymo.gov | Customer Service: (636) 949-3363
- City of St. Peters Water: www.stpetersmo.net | Customer Service: (636) 278-2221
- Public Water District 2: www.waterdistrict2.com | Customer Service: (636) 561-3737
