Residents of Longfellow, prepare for the sights and sounds of construction as CenterPoint Energy initiates a project to replace the neighborhood's natural gas infrastructure starting the second week in April. As reported by CenterPoint Energy, the work will focus on the vicinity of East 28th Street and 29th Avenue South to enhance safety and ensure reliable gas service. Notably, locals won't be shouldering the financial burden, as no cost is associated with these improvements.
Authorized contractors from CenterPoint Energy will handle the construction and carry ID badges—check them before opening your door. If you have underground sprinklers or pet boundaries, mark them with spray paint or flags before digging begins. The core of the project lies in swapping out aging plastic mains for new ones, which, according to the company's announcement, is essential for providing a robust and safer gas distribution. This means some temporary inconveniences, like seeing temporary backfill materials in place of the usual urban landscape.
As crews work through the neighborhood, homeowners will get a postcard before service line and meter work begins, which may involve sidewalk changes or meter access, as per CenterPoint Energy. If your meter’s moving outside, be sure to keep the appointment. Once major work is done, crews will return to restore roads and green spaces.
For those with queries or seeking more knowledge, the utility points towards their Communication Specialist, Una O'Meara, who can be reached via email at [email protected] or by phone at 612-542-6198.
