Backflow is a plumbing term referring to the reversal of flow of water in your water system. Under normal conditions, water flows from the city supply to your home or business by means of water pressure. Should that water pressure decrease, however, it is possible for the contaminated water in your home or business to
A backflow cage is designed to protect your back flow preventer from theft, accidental damage, and weather-related damage. Considering how important your backflow devices are in preventing backflow and thus contaminated water, don’t you think you might need to add a backflow cage to your immediate shopping list. Backflow cages can be found at any
Dual check valve assemblies, otherwise known as double check assemblies, are the most commonly approved backflow preventers on the market. They are used for inline or underground sprinkler systems. About the only things they are not used for are irrigation systems which contain hazardous substances. But let’s back up a bit and discuss what a
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