Backflow Devices Durham, North Carolina
Backflow Prevention Device Installation
Backflow is the flow of water in a reverse direction. This can be especially troublesome for plumbing systems that are dealing with sewage or contaminated waste water. When this water "backflows" through a pipe it can contaminate a water supply. To prevent this from happening federal law requires the installation of a backflow prevention device in any situations where backflow is possible. This would include backflow from irrigation and sprinkler systems, fire suppression lines, beverage machines, sewer lines, water mains, and more. These devices must also be tested at least once per year by a professional plumber to ensure they are still working correctly.
Flush Away Plumbing Company is a full service licensed plumbing company based out of Durham, NC. We specialize in the installation, testing, and replacement of backflow prevention devices for a wide variety of residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Whether you need backflow protection installed on a ½" - 12" diameter line, we can help!
If you need backflow prevention for your plumbing or water system we’ll be able to provide you with an affordable priced solution that will meet federal standards and any local county by-laws regarding backflow protection.
We provide backflow prevention devices for industrial plant managers, government facilities, commercial operations, maintenance providers, and private residences as well.
Your backflow prevention assembly has internal parts that frequently open and close which allows the water to flow or not flow through the device. With continued use, these parts can wear out or sustain damage that can cause the backflow prevention device to fail during a backflow test. If your backflow prevention device has failed a recent test it can often be repaired rather than replaced.
We provide backflow prevention device testing and repair services to commercial, industrial, and residential clients.
If your backflow device has failed a recent test we inspect the assembly and install new internal rubber seals or other small parts that can often restore the functionality so the device will past the required test. After the repair has been completed we can retest the device and if it's compliant we can certify it for you.
At Flush Away Plumbing Company we use only high quality OEM manufacturers parts, purchased from reliable manufacturers and wholesalers of backflow assemblies. We can test, inspect, and repair all major manufacturers backflow devices including:
- Apollo Valves
- Wilkins
- Febco
- Watts
- Ames
- Conbranco
- FloMatic
Backflow Prevention Device Testing
Your backflow prevention device is a mechanical device, they can degrade and break-down over time and will no longer do the job they were required to do. Inside your backflow prevention device there are internal seals, springs, and other moving parts that can wear with constant use. In order to remain compliant backflow prevention devices in Durham, North Carolina must be tested annually to ensure they are working correctly.
A backflow device that isn’t working correctly runs the risk of contaminating your potable water supplies and creating situations where contaminated water can cause a health risk.
Using properly calibrated equipment (backflow gauge) we can test your backflow prevention devices to ensure compliance and we can repair or replace backflow prevention devices as needed. We offer backflow prevention testing on all types of approved devices and we can complete and submit any required reports to your municipality or local water company.
Types Of Backflow Prevention Devices We Service:
- Pressure Vacuum Break or (PVB)
- Spill Resistant Vacuum Break or (SPVB)
- Double Check or (DC)
- Reduced Pressure Principle or (RPZ)
If you need a backflow prevention device tested, give Flush Away Plumbing Company a call today at (919) 695-6929 or fill out our online contact form and we’ll get back to your right away.