Municipal and rural water systems when connected rely on pressure to operate reliably. Water is essentially pushed through the grid from a main water source and pump. Since water does not compress, the pressure ensures that it flows consistently wherever there happens to be a release open. So, regardless of whether one opens their garden hose, kitchen sink, or shower, the water comes up with the same responsiveness and strength. All of that works fine, as long as the water pressure is maintained. However, when the pressure drops off, even temporarily, water doesn’t stay put. That’s where a backflow problem can occur.
The Cause of the Problem
Backflow happens when the water that is pushed all the way to a spigot or faucet then starts to flow backward into the plumbing system, usually in a home or building. While the water flow coming from the municipal source is potable, or clean to consume, water flowing back in is not. It could have been exposed to materials near the faucet or exit, or it can be graywater that is already used and flows backward. In either case, the risk of contamination increases dramatically.
Providing the Right Fix
Solving the problem involves both identifying the contamination, where it is present, finding the weakness in the system that allowed the backflow to occur, and then remediating all the above. That can be a bit of work. Water testing needs to be comprehensive, not just the water that comes out of a single faucet. Otherwise, even with a system-flush and disinfecting process, the home or building’s plumbing can become contaminated repeatedly. Ideally, the testing measures the cleanliness of the water at all the exit points as well as where it comes into the home or building. Once confirmed that the presence is indeed gone, then prevention tools can be put into place.
The primary prevention device is the backflow preventer valve. This allows water, pushed through by municipal pressure to flow out but not to reverse and flow back in again. It also helps prevent bubbles in the line, which can also be another problem and a source of pipe rattling. After the system is entirely working again, and follow-up testing ensures that no contamination remains, the home or building plumbing can be relied on again. And, if there is a future pressure drop, the backflow valves will help protect them from a return situation.
Rely on Experience, Not Just Trade
Backflow repair resources like Naperville Backflow Testing provide a qualified team for dealing with a backflow problem in either a resident or a business or commercial facility. There’s no reason to expect months of having to deal with bottled water and an inconvenient shutdown of plumbing usage. Instead, bringing out the right team means the backflow solution is applied correctly the first time, and your building or home is back up and running correctly. More importantly, the water is safe again. Don’t be another story around town. Focus on a backflow specialist team to get things fixed as soon as possible versus just calling a general plumber.
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