JULIE, Inc.

Protect yourself and your family. JULIE reminds professional excavators and homeowners to call 811 before any type of digging project in Illinois. It's free.

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Across Illinois, safe digging starts with you. Before you dig, contact JULIE to help prevent damage, service disruptions, and injuries. It's FREE.
Watch the video: https://t.co/BgcPXZP5YF
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[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Happy 811 Day! Across the country, August 11 reminds homeowners and professionals to contact 811 before every digging project, big or small. In Illinois, your call or click connects you to JULIE. Every dig starts with 811!
https://t.co/65di9FBWdn
#811Day #Call811

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Take the guesswork out of what’s below.
Always, contact JULIE (or 811) before you dig.
https://t.co/65di9FBWdn
#811Day #JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Heat stress doesn't care how experienced or physically fit you are.

If you think, "It won't happen to me," think again.

Heat-related illness is serious, but it's preventable.

Watch the full episode: https://t.co/evMTpjZwSa

#JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

811 Day is just one week away!

A simple request before digging helps protect underground utilities, families, and neighborhoods.

Planning an outdoor project? Contact JULIE before you dig.

https://t.co/65di9FBWdn
#811Day #JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Misconception 4: JULIE is only for contractors. FALSE! ❌
Safe digging is for everyone. Illinois law requires anyone planning to dig to contact JULIE at least 3 business days before starting — whether using heavy equipment or a shovel.
https://t.co/Cx54kCGLII
#JULIEbeforeyoudig

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Something BIG is coming...
811 Day is August 11! Communities across the country will recognize the importance of safe digging and the simple step everyone can take to protect underground utilities, families, and neighborhoods. https://t.co/65di9FBWdn
#JULIEbeforeyoudig

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Damage Prevention Managers, David Van Wy and Lucy Martinez, represented JULIE at the National Conference of State Legislatures Summit in Chicago, educating state and national lawmakers on the importance of safe digging.

https://t.co/65di9FBWdn
#JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Water helps, but it's not the only defense against heat stress.

Take breaks.
Find shade.
Wear breathable clothing.
Acclimatize before long days in the heat.

Check out the full Toolbox Talks episode: https://t.co/evMTpjZwSa

#JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Yesterday's storms left downed trees and cleanup work across Illinois.

Removing a fallen tree, digging out roots, or making storm repairs? Underground utilities may be nearby. Contact JULIE before you dig to have utility lines marked. It’s free.
https://t.co/65di9FBWdn

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Misconception 3: Every underground line on my property will be marked. FALSE! ❌

Utility operators mark the underground lines they own, operate, or maintain. Private utility lines are the property owner's responsibility.

#JULIEbeforeyoudig
https://t.co/Cx54kCGLII

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Busy Season Is Here — Keep Safety First!

Summer projects? Plan ahead:
☑️ Contact JULIE
☑️ Wait for markings
☑️ Dig safely

Learn more: https://t.co/65di9FBWdn
#JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Even above-ground pools often require some digging to level or support the site. Any excavation—no matter how small—requires contacting JULIE before you start.

Submit your locate request online: https://t.co/TQSMM0JUnp
#JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

NEW Toolbox Talks episode!

Heat stress can affect anyone—new workers, seasoned pros, and even those working indoors.

Learn how to recognize the warning signs, hydrate the right way, and protect yourself before it's too late.

Watch the full episode: https://t.co/evMTpjZwSa

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Misconception 2: JULIE knows where all underground utilities are located. FALSE! ❌

JULIE doesn’t own or track utility lines. Utility owners provide the markings after a locate request.

Learn the facts: https://t.co/Cx54kCGLII
#JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

It's World Emoji Day! 🌍

If JULIE had favorite emojis, they'd be: 🪏 💻 📞 🚩 🚧
Five emojis. One important message: Always contact JULIE before you dig.

https://t.co/65di9FBWdn
#JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

REV makes it easy for you to REFRESH markings that have become indistinguishable, EXTEND an existing locate request, or VIEW a locate request from the past 6 months.
Click here: https://t.co/oK93pxVkaD.

#JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Help spread the word on safe digging! Download free brochures, flyers, posters, and more from our Education Materials library: https://t.co/Y9t6k7FGK6
#JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

You gave extra time. You pre-marked the jobsite. You provided maps. But the locates still aren’t complete. Now what?

Bill Daniel of the ICC explains why excavators should stay the course and avoid shortcuts.

Watch the full episode: https://t.co/A5G3VbSr2b

#JULIEbeforeyoudig

[JULIE, Inc. @JULIE1call]

Misconception Monday: JULIE marks the utilities — FALSE! ❌
JULIE doesn't mark underground utilities. We notify utility companies, and they send locators to mark your dig site with flags and paint.
Learn more: https://t.co/Cx54kCGLII
#JULIEbeforeyoudig #Call811 #DigSafeIllinois