Our network of pipes run underground and are a critical part of our national infrastructure.
You need to know where our gas pipes are located before you start digging because any damage to them could put you or others at risk.
Before you dig
- Do you know if there are any pipes underneath your site? Check linesearchbeforeudig.co.uk to find out the location of any pipes.
- If you are a farmer or landowner planning to carry out excavating, drainage or ditching works, we can visit your site to help you plan your work. We've got more advice here.
- If you or your contractors hit a gas pipe, call the National Gas Emergency Service 24 hours a day on 0800 111 999 immediately.
Digging advice for domestic properties
If you're making home improvements or building a new property, it's really important to make sure any digging is done safely, just in case there's a pipe underneath.
Advice for working near high pressure pipelines
If you're a farmer or landowner planning to carry out work which disrupts your land including excavating, ditching and drainage works, you need to know what’s below before any work takes place.