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If you see a damaged telephone pole, wire, cable or pedestal, call us at 800-244-1111 to report the problem.
Who do you call when telephone wires are down?
Call 911 or call PSE&G at 1-800-436-7734 immediately. If possible, tell us the nearest cross street or the number of a nearby pole that has not been damaged and is away from any downed wires.
Who is responsible for telephone line from pole to house?
Everything up to the connection point inside your house is your service provider’s liability. It’s why you are not allowed to tamper with it.
Is a down telephone wire dangerous?
Any utility wire, including telephone or cable lines sagging or down could be in contact with an energized power line making they also very dangerous, so stay away from all of them. A downed power line can energize things around it, such as chain link fences and metal culverts.
How do I report a low hanging phone line?
If the wires from a utility pole are hanging low but not within reach of people or vehicles, call the utility that owns the pole. If the lines are on the ground or within reach, call emergency dispatch (9–1–1 in the United States). Power lines can be extremely dangerous.
How do I report a Verizon wire down?
For your safety, do not touch or move the downed line. You can call us at 1.800. VERIZON (1.800. 837.4966) or chat with us by clicking the red Chat Now button on the Contact Us page to report a downed line.
Can I remove the phone line from my house?
A: Cable and phone wires don’t carry current, so it’s safe to remove them. However, it’s critical not to cut into a power line, as you know.
Who is responsible for cutting trees near telephone lines?
Re: Tree overgrown with branches touching lines The cutting back of trees is the responsibility of the landowner who has the trees on their land.
How much does it cost to fix a cut phone line?
On average, home and business owners can expect to pay about $145.00 to repair their telephone systems. However, this number varies depending on the type of system that is installed. For example, a VoIP system can cost approximately $75.00 per phone to repair, while a PBX system can be $100.00 per extension.
Do telephone wires need to be capped?
I’ll leave that discussion for another question, for a phone cable, it doesn’t matter much. One wire nut on four conductors will hold more securely and less to look at. If you can identify it, you should disconnect and cap it at the other end as well – probably in your house’s telephone NID (network interface device).
How do I report down a cable line?
If you smell natural gas, see downed power lines, or suspect another emergency situation, leave the area immediately and call 9-1-1. Then, call PG&E at 1-800-743-5000.
What phone number is 800 837 4966?
New customers can call 1-800-VERIZON (1-800-837-4966).
Can you call VERIZON 24 7?
Yes. Verizon Premium Technical Support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Call anytime you need technical assistance, even in the middle of the night or on a holiday. We’re always here, waiting to help you.
What’s VERIZON customer service number?
If you have questions or need additional help, please call 1-800 Verizon (1-800-837-4966).
Can I remove old telephone wires from my house UK?
No, it belongs to Openreach and you are not allowed to touch it. If you remove it, then you could be charged the cost of replacing it, as it would appear on their line records.
Can you get electrocuted cutting telephone wires?
Can telephone wires electrocute you? They can, but it’s extremely unlikely. Once upon a time, telephones were connected to each other with something called copper. Copper is a wonderful material that conducts electricity extremely well.
How do I remove a landline phone line?
Cut off the tip of each wire to remove any exposed copper wire, using diagonal pliers. Wrap electrical tape around the tip of each wire. Replace the cover of the junction box, and listen for any sound. Disconnecting the main line from the junction box cuts off any power or signal to all your telephones.
Can telephone lines go through trees?
Things could be dangerous for consumers, too, when poor line hygiene meant that electric wires and telephone wires touched where they came into a house. “Around 34 or 35KV, a tree just breathes on that line, and electrically we’re going to have an outage,” Hyland said.
Do trees interfere with phone lines?
Re: Trees and phone line never a problem. If a branch start to look as though it will strain the wire then get up there and either move the wire or cut the branch.
Who is responsible for trimming trees near power lines UK?
Legally, the owner of the property has the responsibility to trim a tree should it look like it’s about come into contact with power lines.
