FAQs
FAQs
We refrain from plumber recommendations.
The flags and/or paint are there to show other utility companies where our water lines are located. If you are building a fence, having a phone line installed, getting cable installed, etc, then our locater has received a ticket to mark our water lines to avoid any lines being accidentally damaged.
48PSI to 58PSI. It can vary depending on demand times.
A standard residential water meter normally needs 3/4" piping, Sch 40 PVC - Although this may vary depending on the distance from your house to the service meter.
They are likely checking for a leak or taking a meter reading.
Yes, the following is a partial list of backflow testers.
Be advised, the City of Freeport does not endorse any of these testers and only maintain this list to assist our customers.
Be advised, the City of Freeport does not endorse any of these testers and only maintain this list to assist our customers.
| David Fannin | 850-699-6888 | Freeport |
| Richard Howard | 850-830-9833 | Freeport |
| Heller Company | 850-499-2280 | Freeport |
| Adam Yates | 850-401-4847 | DFS/Freeport |
| Ernest Powell | 850-585-7536 | Freeport |
| Revised 2/2022 |
Freeport City Council.
The following companies have requested to be on our list, however we don't refer any company specifically.
Green Air Controls: (850) 608-3065
Zebb Watts Septic: (850) 826-2982
Benefield Plumbing: Office (850)271-3887 Cell (850)258-1065
Backwoods Sewer Grinders LLC: (850) 333-9645
The Department of Environment Protection is charged with enforcing drinking water regulations.
How do I find out if the lot I purchased, or am considering purchasing has city water running to it?
Call the Utility Billing Department at City Hall. (850) 835-2822.