Backflow Testing, Repair, and Report Submission

New Taproot Service!

Taproot Land Mgmt would like to announce a new product offering; Backflow Testing, Repair, and Report Submission.  Residential backflows need to be tested every three years as well as upon initial install. It assures a properly functioning system and the safety of the public water supply. We test, repair if necessary, and submit the report on behalf of the homeowner making it a worry free process.  Just submit a contact form or give us a call today!

Updates from City of Raleigh

https://www.raleighnc.gov/services/content/PubUtilAdmin/Articles/CrossConnectionControlProgram.html

Want to better understand this service?

What is backflow?

Backflow is the undesirable reversal of the flow of water from its intended direction in any pipeline or plumbing system. Backflow is dangerous because it can allow drinking water in plumbing systems to become contaminated and unusable.

What is a backflow preventer?

Backflow preventers are mechanical plumbing devices installed in a plumbing system to prevent water from flowing backward in the system. A properly installed, tested and maintained backflow preventer at the service entrance to a building or property can reliably prevent the backflow of water of an unknown quality from flowing back into the community water system.

Is it really important to prevent backflow?

Absolutely.  The most effective method for the water utility to meet this requirement is to require customers to install a backflow preventer on the main supply line to their property or facility, thus protecting the community water system from any cross connections that may be present inside a customer's plumbing system. All water users benefit from an active, on-going cross connection control program that includes the installation of backflow preventers.

Why does the customer have to pay for and install the backflow preventer?

The backflow preventer is installed to protect the public water supply against possible hazards in the customer's plumbing system. The actual or potential cross connection belongs to the property owner and not to regulatory officials or the water utility. Once the water goes beyond the meter, water quality could be altered. The water utility does not want the water back, nor do the water customers want to purchase used water. If a backflow preventer is required to keep the water safe, then the person who created the cross connection (actual or potential) should purchase, install and maintain the backflow preventer.

Sources:

http://www.amwater.com/kyaw/customer-service/request-or-change-service/page8965.html