What is a backflow preventer sprinkler system? Consider this potential problem in your yard:  you use weed killer on your lawn.  That weed killer soaks into the soil where it meets the irrigation system, which just happens to also be the potable water system for your home. All is well as long as the contaminated

Back flow is a term used in plumbing that basically means exactly what it says….water flow back in the direction it came from, or an unwanted flow of water in reverse direction. How can this happen?  Most homeowners just take for granted that water will flow from the main city water supply, through their pipes

Ames backflow preventers are the very best in backflow devices to stop the unwanted dangers of backflow. Backflow occurs when there is a sudden drop in water pressure from the city supply, or an increased amount of pressure occurring within the private residence. Either can reverse the flow of water, sending contaminated water back into