Trusted Underground Utility Experts–Guilding Your Remodel or ADU from Start to Finish
Your remodeling project is complex enough, let us show you how we can make their project’s utility needs easier to achieve.
At Freedom Underground, we specialize in seamless utility upgrades, ensuring that your home project stays on track, with less hassle from beginning to end.
Whether you are transforming your home into a luxurious retreat, expanding to welcome family, or generating rental income with an ADU, the last thing you want are unexpected delays or extra costs. Home remodeling is complex, and a common oversight is underestimating the impact on your utility services and what it means for your larger project.
Upgrading utilities such as water, sewer, gas, or electrical lines often requires coordination with public or utility-owned assets like water mains or sewer lines. Without proper management, this can lead to delays. At Freedom Underground, we simplify the process by leveraging our extensive experience and strong relationships with local public works departments. Plus, we back all of our work with a Lifetime Workmanship Warranty, giving you peace of mind that your project is built to last.
Contact Us Today for Reliable Utility Upgrades
Call us today at 408-693-6018 or use our contact form to schedule an estimate and ensure your project stays on track with fast, reliable plumbing, water, sewer, and electrical line upgrades.
If you have an approved building plan, please email it to us at [email protected] so we can provide an estimate. For projects requiring an encroachment permit, we would like to start on that well in advance of construction as it typically takes 3-5 weeks for approval.
Avoid Delays with Expert Permit Handling
Securing the proper permits, including encroachment permits for work affecting city property like streets or sidewalks, adds a layer of complexity. These permits often come from separate departments than building permits, which can complicate your project timeline. With Freedom Underground, we handle everything—from securing the necessary permits to managing your underground connections—so you avoid time-consuming paperwork and keep your project on track.
Why Trust Freedom Underground for Your Home Remodel?
At Freedom Underground Plumbing, we hold both the C36-Plumbing License and the A-General Engineering Contractor License, making us fully qualified, with the required license, to work on your property and any necessary connections to water or sewer mains in the City or County streets.
We are more than just plumbers—we are underground utility specialists who partner with homeowners to ensure their remodel or expansion runs smoothly. With over 17 years of experience, the A-General Engineering License, and extensive expertise in projects involving public assets, we bring the right skills, equipment, and experience to deliver the results you deserve for your project. Trust our specialists to ensure your project is handled efficiently and professionally from start to finish.
- Lifetime Workmanship Warranty: Peace of mind that your home’s repairs are backed for the long term.
- Satisfied Customers: Our reviews showcase the quality and reliability of our work. See how we have restored comfort to homes like yours.
- Past Project Examples: Explore our portfolio of past projects. We put our expertise in underground utility repairs on display with photos and videos. If you want an example specific to your needs, just ask, we help many homeowners experience successful remodeling projects.
- Transparent Pricing: We offer clear, upfront pricing for Standard Services services such as a camera inspection and utility locating (which can be useful if you do not know where your underground pipes lie and do not want to inadvertently build on top of them). For remodel projects, we provide a written, detailed project estimate. Our written estimates are tailored to your project, providing a cost-effective solution.
- Encroachment and Building Permit Handling: Navigating permits can be complex, especially encroachment permits which are required when impacting city or county-owned assets such as a street or sidewalk. We will handle the paperwork, required insurance, etc to comply with city and county requirements. If you also need a building permit for the private property plumbing, we will obtain that permit as well. Follow this link if you wish to know more about what to expect when your project includes an encroachment permit.
- Modern Tools and Methods: Using Trenchless Technology when allowed to minimize disruption to your existing landscape or interfere with other contractors working on the property. Please note that nearly all public works departments require an open trench for the public works portion.
- Detailed Service Pages: Learn about the specific types of projects we excel at, complete with examples, photos, and videos.
- FAQs: Find answers to common questions about what to expect during a project.
How We Help Keep Your Remodel on Track
At Freedom Underground, we take care of the technical work and handle all interactions with permitting entities—including utilities, city inspectors, and engineers. Throughout the process, we keep you fully informed at every step, ensuring your project stays on schedule and within budget.
- Permitting and Compliance: We manage all aspects of permitting, from building permits for private property plumbing to encroachment permits for city assets.
- Expert Utility Installations: Whether upgrading water, sewer, gas, or electrical lines, our team ensures smooth installation with minimal disruption to your home.
- Post-Project Support: We stand behind our work with a lifetime workmanship warranty, ensuring your upgrades are built to last.
What to Expect When Working with Freedom Underground
When your remodel impacts public or utility assets, the additional process burden can seem overwhelming. We simplify it by offering:
- Expert guidance from start to finish.
- Clear communication and upfront pricing.
- Reliable service, backed by our lifetime workmanship warranty.
We offer a more detailed FAQ, see the link below, on what to expect when partnering with us on a home remodel that includes an encroachment permit.
Choose Freedom Underground Plumbing for reliable, expert utility upgrades that ensure your remodel is a success.
Our Services for Homeowners Undertaking Major Remodels
At Freedom Underground, we differentiate ourselves from general plumbers by specializing in underground utility solutions. We handle all of your plumbing needs, from the side of your home or ADU to the street. Whether you are upgrading your home’s utilities or planning an ADU, trust us to manage the details and deliver the results you need. When possible, we use trenchless methods to minimize disruption and reduce costs.
- Water Line Upgrades: From the side of your home or ADU, through the water meter, to the connection at the utility main in the street, or just the public works portion.
- Sewer Line Upgrades: On your private property, from the cleanout at the property line to the sewer main in the street, or just the public works portion.
- Underground Gas Line Connection: Connecting gas lines from your main home to an ADU.
- Underground Electrical Conduit: Installing electrical conduit from your main home to an ADU.
- Storm Drain: Install underground storm drain lines from downspouts on the home to connections to the city’s storm drain main line.
- Septic System Installation: We are an experienced septic system installer, authorized to install Orenco’s Advantex Systems
- Sidewalk and Driveway Curb Restoration or Expansion: As a licensed A-General Engineering Contractor, we are equipped to handle sidewalk and driveway curb projects. New water lines typically require new, larger water meters which in turn require new utility boxes thus necessitating the need for sidewalk restoration.
- Street Restoration: We restore the street in compliance with local building codes and work with the assigned Public Works Inspector.
- Debris Removal: During trenching in public areas, excavated dirt, asphalt, or concrete cannot be returned to the street or sidewalk. We use clean base rock or slurry and remove excess debris from the property. Note that dirt excavated from private property will usually be returned with any excess hauled away.
If you prefer to minimize the number of contractors on-site, we can also handle rough plumbing work. However, we typically do not manage finishing work, such as installing faucets and sinks.
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Common Questions We Hear from Homeowners doing a remodel project
- “Can I just connect my ADU’s sewer line to my main home’s existing line?”
In most cases, yes, but some factors may affect this, such as the condition of your current line and local regulations. Please refer to our detailed FAQ for more information. - “Will my sewer or water service be interrupted during construction?”
Yes, but any interruption will be brief, only as long as necessary to make the connection. We always provide advanced notice, and a new water line will already be live before switching your feeder line to the new meter. For the sewer line, we may ask that you avoid using it while we’re cutting or making the connection. - “When does Freedom Underground need to get involved?”
Ideally, we are involved during the planning stage. Sewer lines require the proper slope to function, so early involvement prevents surprises. We can also suggest cost-effective alternatives and identify potential issues early. However, no matter where you are in your project, hiring a specialist such as Freedom Underground ensures you have the expertise and licensing required to get the job done right. - “Do I need an encroachment permit for my project?”
If your project impacts public assets, such as a street or a main line, you will need an encroachment permit. An encroachment permit is both permission and necessary oversight from the city and/or utility to touch public or utility assets. We handle the entire permit process, ensuring everything complies with local regulations. - “Where should my underground lines be installed?”
The answer depends on your project and construction site. While an engineer or architect’s building plan may specify a location, we often find that site inspections may reveal better options. Getting an underground specialist involved can guide your planning to find the optimal solution. - “How long will construction take?”
The timeline depends on the complexity of the project. Some projects, like water or sewer line upgrades, could be completed within a week, while others may take longer due to external factors like permitting and weather. We will work with you and your contractors to establish an efficient schedule and provide a written estimate with our time expectations. - “What happens if I encounter unexpected issues during construction?”
Unexpected issues can happen, especially with older homes or utility lines. Our team is equipped to handle these challenges, offering quick solutions that minimize delays and keep your project moving forward.
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