Water Backflow Testing

When the pressure in a water system malfunctions it can create backflow.

Water backflow testing. When the pressure in a water system isn t maintained the risk for water to flow backward into the water system and become contaminated is greatly increased. This device is installed onto your plumbing system to protect your drinking water and the city water supply from contaminants. A backflow device is also known as an rpz valve. We are fully licensed and insured and strive to make the backflow testing process effortless for you.

In simpler terms backflow occurs when water flows away from a building rather than towards a building. In order to explain what backflow testing is we first must understand what backflow is. Backflow is the flow of water in reverse caused by reduced water pressure or loss of water pressure from the water supplier. This can be dangerous for health and safety which is one reason why backflow testing is so important.

It is important to test your backflow prevention assemblies annually to ensure that they are working properly. Rpz stands for reduced pressure zone. Seattle public utilities sends out reminder notifications about backflow assembly testing requirements. Failure to test an assembly increases the risk that the assembly will fail to protect the water supply.

Backflow testing monitors the health and safety mechanisms designed to protect water purity. Most home and business owners are unaware that this is even possible. Rpz valves are required when a house or building is equipped with an irrigation system fire suppression system or. Backflow testing helps prevent water contamination or pollution.