Month-Long Montclair Gas Pipe Repair Project Set To Start May 30

MONTCLAIR, NJ — Get ready for some gas pipe repairs, Montclair. According to Montclair officials, PSE&G will begin replacing old gas pipes in areas of Montclair from Tuesday, May 30 to July 31.

The project is being done in an effort to “ensure the continued safety and reliability of gas service,” PSE&G stated.

Affected streets include:

• North Fullerton Avenue between Wildwood Avenue and Gordonhurst Avenue
• Carolin Road between North Fullerton Avenue and Grove Street
• Aubrey Road between North Fullerton Avenue and Carolin Road

According to the advisory notice:

“To upgrade the gas lines, crews dig trenches, primarily in road surfaces, and lay new pipes block by block to minimize disruptions. At the end of each workday, if there are any holes protective plates are secured. The trenches are backfilled and paved with temporary patch. During this time crews may need additional space on the side of the road to store pipes and equipment so that they have access to the materials in a timely manner… Residents will at all times be able to enter and leave their driveways… Grass areas are repaired and seeded, and concrete or asphalt openings are patched until final restoration work is scheduled. When work is finished, crews repair roads with temporary pavement until the project is complete and the ground settles. This generally takes 45 to 90 days. Final restoration may take longer depending on the weather conditions or at the request of the town. PSE&G then restores roads with permanent paving in accordance with town ordinance and paving requirements.”

For more information visit pseg.com/gaswork or download the PSE&G fact sheet. When the work begins, residents may also speak to the supervisor on the job site or by calling (973) 414-1443 and leaving a message.

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