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Flow Rite Plumbing is Levittown's best option for Backflow testing, installation, repair, and maintenance of all backflow prevention systems and devices. Do you need to meet a deadline for system repairs? Our backflow-certified professionals have the experience to deliver the highest standard of customer service. When you hire a backflow prevention device professional, you must look for one with high credentials. Fouled water can become a health risk you don't want to face. For the best Long Island has to offer, contact Flow Rite Plumbing Services today.

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Back Flow Frequently Asked Questions

What is Backflow Testing?

Backflow is the reversal of the flow of non-drinkable water and or other substances pass through a cross-connection and in the piping of a public water system or consumer’s drinkable water system. Backflow has two types, back pressure backflow as well as back siphonage. Both types of backflow are a result of differences in pressure between the system and the supply. Backpressure backflow is the result of a higher system pressure, which can result from multiple causes. Back siphonage is the opposite, resulting from a lower system pressure when a supply is interrupted.

What is a backflow preventer?

A backflow preventer is a means or mechanism to prevent backflow. The basic means of preventing backflow is an air gap, which either eliminates a cross-connection or provides a barrier to backflow. The basic mechanism for preventing backflow is a mechanical backflow preventer, which provides a physical barrier to backflow. The principal types of mechanical backflow preventers are the reduced-pressure principle assembly, the pressure vacuum breaker assembly, and the double check valve assembly. A secondary type of mechanical backflow preventer is the residential dual check valve.

What happens if my backflow prevention device does not pass the test?

Since they are so crucial to protecting public health, backflow prevention devices are tested carefully to make sure they are in perfect working condition. There are a large number of codes that buildings are required to adhere to. These codes vary and can be confusing to the average building owner, so it is of the utmost importance that a qualified professional is hired to ensure that your equipment is functioning properly. If your device does not pass the test, the certified backflow plumbers from Flow Rite Plumbing Services have the know-how to service your backflow prevention device at a moment's notice.

Do All Plumbers Do Backflow Testing?

Not all plumbers offer this service because it requires a special certification. That’s why you should never rely on maintenance personnel or hire a handyman to install the device. Always hire a licensed plumber who is approved by the city to install and test backflow prevention devices. Backflow prevention is very important for homes and businesses. It keeps families, employees, and customers in good health and gives peace of mind. To learn more about backflow prevention, contact Flow Rite Plumbing Services.

Is backflow testing a Serious Problem?

Back pressure and back siphnoage can result can become a major health hazard. The level of risk is broken down into five different categories, each representing an increasingly high level of health risk. Category 1 backflow is normal drinking water, and poses no risk, whereas category 5 backflow may contain human waste and is a serious risk. Keeping your backflow preventer in good working condition is the only way to keep your water as safe as possible.

How Often Should My Backflow Preventer Be Tested?

Mechanical backflow preventers have internal seals, springs, and moving parts that are subject to fouling, wear, or fatigue, this wears the devices down inhibiting them from functioning well less. Mechanical backflow preventers that utilize air gaps can be bypassed. Therefore, all backflow preventers have to be tested periodically to ensure that they are up to snuff. A visual check of air gaps is sufficient, but mechanical backflow preventers have to be tested with properly calibrated gauge equipment

Who Installs and Maintains a Backflow Prevention system?

The NYC DOB and DEP value public health and take it very seriously and require backflow prevention devices to be installed properly and tested every year by certified backflow professionals. The regulatory codes are different in every city and you'll to contacta professional service pprovider like Flow Rite Plumbing Services, as we are Certified Backflow plumbers.