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Utility Crime Doesn’t Pay
Is electricity free? Unfortunately, there are some who think the answer is yes. Over the years, The United Illuminating Company has responded to a number of reports of thieves tampering with electrical... -
Gas Safety Tips
Being knowledgeable about natural gas and electricity can save your life. UIL Holdings and all of its operating companies, United illuminating, Southern Connecticut Gas, Connecticut Natural Gas and Berkshire... -
Electrical Safety Tips
United Illuminating also reminds you to take caution while using electricity. ALWAYS STAY FAR AWAY FROM DOWNED POWER LINES and assume that they are live and dangerous. Call UI to report any damage. Be... -
Spring Project? Dial 811 Before You Dig
If your spring projects include excavation or digging of any kind, keep in mind the numbers “8-1-1”. Those are the numbers to dial to reach Call Before You Dig in Connecticut before you put... -
It's Time for Spring Cleaning
Ah, springtime: that glorious time of year when the birds start to sing a little louder, when the flowers begin blooming from the hardened ground and your fresh list of spring cleaning to dos begins to... -
See a Work Zone? Give Utility Crews a Brake
Along with May flowers, orange signs, barrels and flaggers typically sprout up by the roadside as the warm weather returns and utility and construction work ramp up. UI is asking drivers to give utility... -
Safe Tips for Planting Trees
Planting a tree is a perfect way to celebrate spring. A properly sited tree can last a lifetime — a gift to your community and the environment. But planting a tree in the wrong place can cause... -
Outdoor Safety Tips
Safety Measures are not limited to inside your home. When performing outdoor activities such as gardening, paving, or any kind of plant excavation pay close attention to any line markers you may come... -
Always Ask for ID
Trees and flowers have started to bloom. The days are a little longer and the weather is warmer. Spring has sprung. People are out and about and that includes employees who work for UIL Holdings Corporation... -
Observe Earth Day by Conserving Energy
The United Illuminating Company encourages customers to observe Earth Day by conserving energy. Here are some tips you can use as the air grows warmer and the days grow longer. Use passive solar heating...
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