Greensboro Backflow Prevention & Testing
If you own a business, commercial property, or manage a multi-family residential property, you are more than likely keenly aware of your property’s backflow prevention device. A backflow preventer is a mechanism that is designed to prevent water from flowing backward out of your plumbing system and into the potable water supply in the event of a negative pressure event. Because backflow can be extremely dangerous and risk contaminating our potable water supply, these properties must have their backflow preventer checked and tested annually.
Johns Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Water Purification and Electrical is proud to be a certified backflow tester with the city of Greensboro, meaning we offer testing and verification services for these all-important devices. Whether it’s time for your regularly scheduled check or your backflow preventer recently engaged and needs to be checked for function again, reach out to us for efficient, friendly, and accurate service. We test and service a wide range of backflow prevention systems, making us the name to call for everyone from businesses to single-family homes!
Schedule your backflow test in Greensboro or the surrounding areas by calling Johns at (336) 932-8643 today!
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How Often Should My Backflow Preventer Be Tested?
Depending on your property and the type of backflow prevention system you have, your backflow preventer will normally need to be tested once per year. This includes all commercial and industrial properties, as well as all multi-family residential properties as well.
In the city of Greensboro, all backflow preventer testing and maintenance must be performed by a city-approved and certified tester. Once your test is complete, the company that provided your test will register the results with the city.
Residential Irrigation Backflow Prevention Testing
While all commercial and industrial properties need to have a backflow preventer, some residential properties are also required to have one of these devices as well. Notably, any homes with a fire prevention sprinkler system or an irrigation system connected directly to your main water line must also have a backflow prevention device installed.
Homes that have either one of these features and an associated backflow prevention device must have their device checked every two years.
Failed Backflow Prevention Tests
If your backflow prevention device fails its inspection, your backflow preventer will need to be either repaired or replaced. Generally, this must be carried out within a short period of time, at which point your installer will have to conduct another test on the new system to verify that it functions.
So long as this repair or replacement is completed before the deadline, you will not be subject to any fines! However, failing to rectify this issue before the deadline could result in fines from the city as well as service disconnection until the issue is fixed.
Backflow Prevention Replacement & Installation
If your backflow preventer is no longer working properly, or you’re looking for a contractor that can properly install a new backflow preventer for your property, look to the team at Johns to do the job right! We offer a full slate of replacement and new installation services for backflow preventers, as well as maintenance and repairs for preventers that fail their test. Our skilled team of plumbing pros has offered world-class solutions for over 50 years and can help you and your property keep our water supply safe!
Is it time for a backflow prevention test? Contact Johns to schedule yours today!
