Freedom Underground holds a T1-Annual Trench/Excavation Permit (#2024-616505) with the State of California Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA). Not all plumbing contractors have this…
Trench Methods for pipe repair and install
Home Owner Advice: What is USA (Underground Service Alert)?
Excavators are required to contact Underground Service Alert before digging. USA (Underground Service Alert) North 811 is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization funded by over 1,500 utility owners. They provide a…
What is “Soil Compaction” as it relates to underground plumbing?
Tampering Rams "Soil Compaction" is the practice of applying mechanical compaction pressure to increase the density of the soil. This removes void spaces between particles and is an important part…
Pipe Bursting, a Trenchless repair
Trenchless Pipe Bursting: Efficient, Minimally Disruptive Pipe Replacement Pipe bursting is a trenchless method of pipe replacement where the existing pipe is expanded outward (or “burst”) by a specialized tool.…