Lino Lakes residents can gear up for some disruptions this spring as CenterPoint Energy launches an infrastructure upgrade in collaboration with the city's roadwork starting in early April. This essential update promises enhanced safety and reliability for the natural gas supply, ensuring that residents continue to receive the energy that powers their daily lives. Households won't have to bear any of the costs associated with these improvements, according to a bulletin from CenterPoint Energy.
The company has contracted reputable crews, which customers will spot around town, and it's not unusual if they reach out during the project. Any workers approaching homes for interior access will carry CenterPoint Energy ID cards for verification, a necessary precaution in these times of heightened vigilance. Residents should not let anybody inside without checking this credential. Households are also being reminded to mark any personal lines, such as sprinkler systems or pet fences, to avoid accidental damage during the utility marking phase, using paint, flags, or even repurposed wooden paint stirrers for visibility, as per CenterPoint Energy.
For those curious about the service line and meter work, expect a postcard heads-up when crews near your address—they'll need to schedule appointments for gas relighting or to move inside meters to the exterior. Whereas customers with meters already outside are set to receive notifications before service line connections or replacements, the restoration stage will follow suit a few weeks after, rehabilitating roads, sidewalks, and any impacted green spaces, providing a sense of normalcy return relatively quickly, despite the inevitable hassles of infrastructure upgrades.
For additional questions, you can contact their specialist, Una O'Meara, at [email protected] or 612-542-6198. For those looking for more details, guidance on the construction process, or insight into its impact, the company’s website offers easy access to helpful information.
