Are they any potential dangers working on house projects near overhead transmission or distribution lines?
A. Potential hazardous situations exist if you work on house projects near overhead power lines. Common household products such as aluminum siding, pipes, tools, lumber, gutters and ladders conduct electricity and contact with these items near overhead power lines could cause serious injury or even death. Before performing house projects near overhead power lines, contact your utility. Customer Assistance Staff of the New York State Department of Public Service (Department) will actively work with the utilities and impacted land owners whenever the Department becomes aware of instances requiring customer assistance to remedy matters related to utility vegetation management in right-of-ways. Prior to contacting the New York State Department of Public Service, it is recommended that a landowner first contact the utility and attempt to resolve the issue.
