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Underground Fire & Water Line Specialists

We install and repair the critical underground infrastructure that keeps buildings safe and online—delivered fast, code-compliant, and inspection-ready.

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Your Subgrade Partner in Compliance

Terraform Underground is a California A-licensed, fully insured underground utility contractor focused exclusively on fire protection and potable water work.

We handle everything below grade—planning, trenching, pipe, testing, and patch-back—so General Contractors and fire sprinkler companies can stay on schedule and pass inspection on the first visit.

Safety & Compliance

  • California A – General Engineering Contractor • License #1144297
  • Fully insured; permits and inspections coordinated with the AHJ.
  • Daily JHAs, utility locates, trench safety, traffic control as required.

Who We Serve

  • Fire Sprinkler Contractors: We'll own the underground so you can focus on interior work.
  • General Contractors: Seamless integration with site/civil teams and project schedules.
  • Property Owners: Reliable repairs for property managers, HOAs, and municipalities.

Our Scope of Work

Underground Fire

  • Fire mains PVC C900/DI
  • Backflow (DCDA) install
  • PIV & Valve replacement
  • FDC & IBR stub-ups
  • Hydrant repair/relocate

Domestic Water

  • Main install & service lines
  • Hot tap coordination
  • Meter & Box sets
  • PRV valve replacements
  • Emergency break repair

Excavation

  • Precision potholing
  • Trenching & Shoring
  • Bedding & Compaction
  • Asphalt/Concrete patch
  • Site restoration

Compliance

  • 200 PSI Hydrostatic tests
  • Bacteriological sampling
  • AHJ/Fire Marshal coord.
  • As-built photo packets
  • Prompt Lien releases

Partnership Services

We own the trenching and groundwork so you can focus on the technical fit-out.

For Fire Sprinkler Pros

Underground Groundwork

  • Trenching for PVC C900 / DI
  • Thrust block engineering
  • FDC & IBR stub-up delivery
  • Hydrostatic test assistance
  • NFPA 24 code compliance
For Plumbers

Wet Utility Excavation

  • Trenching for supply/waste lines
  • Utility tie-in excavation
  • Stormwater culverts & routing
  • Compaction around supply lines
  • Site grading for drainage
For Electricians

Conduit & Pad Prep

  • Underground conduit trenching
  • Transformer pad preparation
  • Utility vault excavation
  • Grounding grid digging
  • Backfill to electrical specs
For Telecom

Fiber & Low-Voltage

  • Mainline fiber optic trenching
  • Handhole & Manhole installation
  • Subsurface placement excavation
  • Path clearing & restoration
  • Clean site-prep for cabling

Subsurface Safety News

Expert engineering updates and field technicalities.

Seismic Fire Main
Compliance

Earthquake Risk: Why Brittle Pipes Are a Liability

In the East Bay, soil shifting is reality. We're retrofitting aging systems with **Seismic Swing Joints** and flexural **PVC C900** to ensure fire suppression systems remain operational.

Fire Line Testing
Technical

The Art of the Hydro: Passing Inspection First Try

Failed **200 PSI / 2-hour hydrostatic tests** kill schedules. We breakdown why meticulous **Thrust Blocking** and proper air venting is the key to immediate sign-off.

Backflow Assembly
Hardware

Securing the Line: DCDA vs. RPDA Assemblies

Understanding **Double Check Detector Assemblies**. We cover pad specs, bypass meter sensitivity, and **UL/FM listed** theft protection for high-value components.

Our 5-Step Project Flow

1

Mobilize

811 tickets, submittals, equipment staging.

2

Install

Safe excavation & precision DI/PVC piping.

3

Inspect

Hydro tests & official AHJ walk-throughs.

4

Restore

Backfill & Asphalt/Concrete patch-back.

5

Turnover

As-built photos & prompt close-out packet.

Emergency? Get a Quote Now.

For the fastest estimate, please choose your preferred contact method below:

Immediate Service Request

Please text or email the following information for a **same-day estimate**:

  • Job Location (Address or Cross-Streets)
  • Company Name & Your Name
  • Repair / Installation Photos (3-5 required)
  • Project Details or Emergency Status

Text or Call:

(925) 595-1270

Email Plans/Photos to:

terraformunderground@gmail.com

Why Partner with Terraform?

  • Guaranteed First-Time Inspection Success

    Meticulous work and clean documentation mean no costly re-inspection delays.

  • Fast Scheduling & Clear Updates

    We provide fast scheduling and clear, proactive progress updates throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Transparent Partner Billing

    Clear, phase-based invoicing protects your budget and margin on recurring underground work.

Our Service Area

Northern & Central California

We provide comprehensive underground services across:

  • The Greater San Francisco Bay Area
  • Sacramento Metro Area and Foothills
  • The Northern Central Valley (San Joaquin, Stanislaus, etc.)