Below you will find articles to help our current and future customers make informed decisions.
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- 1) General Advice
- 2) Water
- 3) Sewer & Septic
- 4) Trenchless & Construction
FAQ for General Contractors and Builders: Working with Freedom Underground
Common Questions from General Contractors and Builders Qualifications and Experience Schedule and Av...
FAQ: What You Can Expect from Freedom Underground Plumbing
Freedom Underground Plumbing Services On this page, we address common questions about our services t...
FAQ: General Engineering Contractor
General Engineering Contractor Services On this page, we answer common questions about how we work, ...
Home Owner Advice: City of San Mateo Citywide Private Lateral Cost Sharing Program
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Understanding Your Sewer Line: Which Parts Are Your Responsibility?
Here is a link to a simple picture of a sewer lateral. This picture is from the Alameda County gover...
Home Owner Advice: Guide to Projects Involving Public Works and/or Utility Mains
What Every Homeowner or Builder/Contractor Needs to Know Before Starting a project involving A new W...
Homeowner Advice: Tips for Hiring Contractors
Homeowners hiring a contractor can avoid construction complaints by following the Department of Cons...
Home Owner Advice: Finding the Right Plumber, Contractor and/or Service Provider
When you have a costly repair or home improvement project, you want to ensure you are hiring the rig...
Home Owner Advice: Do You Need a Rooter or a Plumber? Are They The Same Thing?
Do You Need a Rooter or a Plumber? Understanding the Difference for Your Home When you face a plumbi...
Home Owner Advice: What to Expect During a New Water Line Upgrade or New Installation
If you need to upgrade or add new water service, you will usually need to hire an A-General Engineer...
Home Owner Advice: What is a “Hot Tap” When Installing a New Water Service Line?
A Hot Tap is a technique that allows the creation of a new connection to an existing, pressurized wa...
Home Owner Advice: Water Pressure Regulator – What is it and why would you want one?
A water pressure regular moderates high water pressure to protect your home. As a home owner, you do...
Expensive Water Leak Surprise
We received a call from a real estate agent on behalf of her client. The Agent was a repeat customer...
Home Owner Advice: What is a backwater valve?
A backwater valve is a plumbing device, installed on A home’s sewer line, that prevents sewage...
Home Owner Advice: What is USA (Underground Service Alert)?
Excavators are required to contact Underground Service Alert before digging. USA (Underground Servic...
Sewer Repair for Eichler-Style Homes
Joseph Leopold Eichler was a post World War 2 real estate developer known for developing a distincti...
Home Owner Advice: 6 Things to Look For if You Suspect a Water Leak
Identify Hidden Water Leaks Do you suspect a water leak? Signs of a water leak between your home and...
Home Owner Advice: What to do if You Have an Emergency Water Leak
Emergency Water Leak? Here’s What Homeowners Should Do Spotting a Water Leak: What to Look For...
Home Owner Advice: Signs of a Failing Septic System
Do you suspect your septic system is failing? Don't wait until it's too late! Signs such as standing...
Buying a Home with a Septic System? Ensure a Thorough Inspection During Escrow for your protection.
New Home with an old Septic System? Get an Inspection of that Septic System before you close escrow....
What is “Soil Compaction” as it relates to underground plumbing?
“Soil Compaction” is the practice of applying mechanical compaction pressure to increase...
Home Owner Advice: Septic System and Leach Field Maintenance
How to Maintain Your Septic System and Leach Field If your property relies on a septic system, it is...
Home Owner Advice: 8 Questions to ask your Plumber when planning for an Underground Plumbing Project.
Taking on a plumbing project can be a costly investment in your property. Make sure you hire the rig...
Home Owner Advice: Ask for a thorough explanation of any quotes/bids your receive for your project.
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Home Owner Advice: Why Choose an A-Licensed General Engineering Contractor
Why choose an A-General Engineering Contractor for your project? When planning a project that impact...
Pipe Bursting, a Trenchless repair
Trenchless Pipe Bursting: Efficient, Minimally Disruptive Pipe Replacement Pipe bursting is a trench...
Home Owner Advice: San Jose Sewer Replacement or Repair Grant -CCTV (video) Inspection
San Jose Sewer Replacement or Repair Grant...
What is a Backflow Valve and why would you want one?
What is a Backflow Valve and why would you want one?...
The Do Not Flush List or “How to Minimize Sewer Clogs and Costly Sewer Cleanings.”
A healthy, functioning sewer pipe is something you likely do not think about often or at all. Let us...
Bad Smelling Drains: How to Eliminate the Odor
Eliminate bad orders from your drain Maintaining a clean home can sometimes feel like an uphill batt...