Backflow preventers are essential for preserving the safety of the region’s water supply. These simple devices prevent the backflow of sewage and wastewater into the fresh water we all depend on for cleaning, cooking, bathing, and more.
At Arctic Bear Plumbing, Heating, Air & Water Treatment, our licensed and insured plumbers can test and repair your space’s backflow preventer. Our thorough procedures and attention to every detail ensure your systems operate precisely as designed and required by law.
When you need backflow prevention and testing services in Endwell or Endicott, contact the team at Arctic Bear to schedule a service appointment.
What Is Backflow Prevention?
Backflow prevention uses various devices to keep water flowing out of your taps and not flowing back into them. By preventing the reverse flow of liquids, solids, and gases, the device prevents pollutants and contaminants from entering the fresh water supply.
Backflow preventers such as pressure vacuum breakers, reduced pressure zone, or double-check assembly devices are installed on the pipes. These devices contain a valve that closes shut when the pressure from the downstream flow is increased. This process prevents sewage and other contaminants from flowing back up the pipe. These devices are required by law and homeowners are required to ensure their backflow preventer is operational and not defective.
Residential Backflow Prevention & Testing
Our residential backflow prevention and testing services are designed to ensure your backflow preventers are working as they should. Our certified plumbers will shut the valve off and apply a test kit to confirm that water isn’t flowing in the wrong direction. This fast process typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete.
It’s common for homeowners to forget about the importance of these devices, and the reality is that most backflow preventers have lifespans of between five to 10 years. We strongly recommend homeowners schedule annual inspections and testing to verify code compliance.
Preventing Backflow at Your Commercial Property
In addition to residential backflow prevention and testing services, we also offer commercial backflow testing and prevention. Our experts will use the same procedures we use for residential testing. This includes hooking up a test kit and its hoses to the backflow preventer. This device contains small nozzles known as test cocks that determine whether backflow is entering the fresh water lines.
We’ll use this setup and other specialized equipment to measure pressure at various points in your plumbing network and will provide you with a detailed summary of our findings and any deficiencies that require correction and other plumbing repairs.
Schedule Backflow testing & repair With Arctic Bear in the Southern Tier, Today!
At Arctic Bear Plumbing, Heating, Air & Water Treatment, our licensed and insured plumbers will keep your plumbing in peak condition. Since 2007, we’ve helped clients throughout the Triple Cities region achieve peak comfort. When you choose our team, you’ll enjoy same-day service appointments, free estimates on replacements, upfront pricing, background-checked technicians, financing options, and regular specials.
Contact Arctic Bear Plumbing, Heating, Air & Water Treatment to request backflow prevention services today.
Frequently Asked Questions About Backflow Testing & Repair
What happens if you fail a backflow test?
You’ll need to promptly perform the necessary repairs and replace any faulty components. Next, you’ll need to re-test and submit the required paperwork showing the deficiency is resolved.
What are the two conditions that can cause backflow?
The two primary causes that can disrupt the flow of water are back-siphonage and back-pressure.
