Freedom Underground is a Registered Contractor with West Valley Sanitation

Freedom Underground is a Registered Contractor with West Valley Sanitation District. This means we are authorized with the Utility to work on Sewer Projects.
West Valley serves parts of Los Gatos, Saratoga, Campbell and San Jose.
Homeowner Guidance: City of San Mateo’s Private Sewer Lateral Cost Sharing Program

San Jose Sewer Replacement or Repair Grant
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 government site and is similar to others published by many cities in our area. Note it will open in a new tab. As a homeowner facing a sewer repair or sewer enhancement project, the key parts […]
Homeowner Guidance: 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 plumbing issue, especially a clogged drain, you may wonder: do I need a rooter or a plumber? Though often used interchangeably, they refer to different areas of expertise within the plumbing world. Knowing which service to call […]
Homeowner Guidance: What is a backwater valve?
A backwater valve is a plumbing device, installed on A home’s sewer line, that prevents sewage from flowing back, towards and into the home. A properly installed backwater valve will only allow water or sewage to flow in one direction, away from your home. It prevents a backflow of sewage into your home if there […]