Backflow Preventer Testing

Backflow preventers are important when it comes to protecting your business or home’s water source.  It is important to have a professional take care of and regularly test your backflow prevention needs to make sure everything is installed and working as it should.

What IS Backflow?

Backflow happens when the direction of normal water flow reverses.  This can result in contamination of your water and plumbing system. This contamination may include liquid, solids, gas, or a mixture of any of these contaminants. In simple terms, backflow is clean water mixing with dirty water.

Why You Need Backflow Preventer Testing & Services?

To prevent backflow your system should have a backflow preventer installed, this preventer is a mechanical device. Due to the fact that it is a mechanical device, your backflow preventer should be tested at least once a year. In fact, many states have specific guidelines as to how often you need to have your backflow equipment tested.

A backflow test can help prevent your backflow equipment from failing and make sure that it is working correctly. This is done by using the test port that is built into your device. Our technicians have the right equipment to verify that your system is working correctly.