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Backflow Testing &
Prevention in
Greeley and Northern
Colorado
Top Notch Plumbing, LLC now offers cer-
tified backflow testing to
Greeley, Loveland, Fort Collins, Eaton,
Windsor, and all of Northern Colorado
Call 970-404-7586 for a free quote.
What is Backflow and Why Do We Need to
Test for it?
Water testing is essential to ensuring that your
water supply is functioning properly and
providing clean, potable water. After all, safe
drinking water is a must. Plumbing, however, can
be complicated, and things don’t always flow
according to plan. Backflow testing is just one of
the many benefits of having a master plumber
inspect your home or commercial plumbing.
Backflow is a dangerous plumbing condition
where water flows in the opposite direction within
a plumbing system than its intended path, causing
the water to be contaminated by chemicals and
other hazardous compounds. Water should only
be flowing in one direction in a pipe at a time.
Depending on local regulations, backflow testing
is required after the installation of a backflow
preventer in new construction or remodeling and
at least once per year at both commercial and
residential properties.
Cross connectors are devices that control the
flow of potable and non-potable water throughout
a plumbing system. Cross connection control is
essential to the functionality of many water
supply systems in residential and commercial
plumbing systems. It’s recommended that cross
connectors are tested and replaced no less than
every five years. Our comprehensive backflow
testing can determine whether or not your cross
connectors are in good shape.
Our team at Top Notch Plumbing LLC has years
of experience servicing the greater Greeley area
with expert plumbing services, including
backflow inspections, cross connection control,
and general plumbing maintenance.
Common Causes of Backflow
Plumbing systems function using a series of
channels, valves, and pressures to orchestrate the
flow of water. When pressure changes, so does
the flow of the water. Problems arise when
unexpected pressure changes occur, disrupting the
intentional flow of the water supply. Backflow
may also be caused by a faulty valve or cross
connector. Backflow is most common in areas
like the kitchen or bathrooms of homes and other
buildings, as these areas typically house the
greatest number of water systems.
Even appliances like dishwashers and
refrigerators are fitted with cross-connectors,
meaning that they, too, are susceptible to water
contamination and, therefore, benefit from regular
backflow testing.
The most common causes of backflow include:
•
Damaged pipes and water lines, usually
caused by freezing
•
Plumbing overhauling
•
Environmental and/or systemic pressure
changes
•
Emergency water usage, such as from a
nearby fire hydrant
How does backflow testing work?
For backflow testing to be performed, water lines
must be shut off. So, before the process begins,
it’s critical that occupants and owners are notified
in advance. If the shutoff affects any fire lines
within the plumbing system, fire departments
must also be made aware in the case of an
emergency.
Once the necessary water lines are shut off,
testing is performed using a device that allows
plumbing teams to monitor the pressure at
different points throughout a plumbing system.
The system is also evaluated for water leaks, and
valve and air port malfunction.
How often should backflow testing
be performed?
Failure to complete backflow inspections may
result in your local municipality disconnecting
your water service until the inspection is
performed and your water is cleared. However, a
failed inspection can lead to a slew of other
issues. It’s always better to identify a problem
before it gets out of hand, so we recommend
familiarizing yourself with local regulations for
water testing and
plumbing inspections.
Faulty water
systems can
cause serious
consequences that may
endanger your property and tenants. Make sure
your stream is crystal clear by contacting our
team at Top Notch Plumbing. We provide expert
plumbing services, including regular backflow
testing and inspections, to our Greeley
community and the surrounding areas, including
Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, and Eaton.
Schedule an appointment today!