Sometimes SMUD workers need access to a customer’s yard to trim trees or restore service. All SMUD field crews carry SMUD-issued photo identification cards at all times, and many wear uniforms and many drive SMUD vehicles.

If a customer is concerned, they can verify that a worker is a SMUD employee by calling the utility at 1-888-742-7683.

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