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Expert Backflow Prevention Plumbing Services to Protect Your Water Supply

Flex Plumbing Services provides backflow prevention that protects water supplies, ensures premises safety, and prevents health issues. Our experienced team can fit all the necessary parts to meet AS3500 safety and regulatory requirements. Rest assured; our expertise can provide regular testing and maintenance of backflow prevention devices that clients can trust.

Understanding the Issue of Backflow

Backflow is a situation whereby water moves in the wrong direction within pipes. The two primary reasons for it are back siphonage and back pressure. Back siphonage occurs when a drop in water’s main pressure causes it to flow in reverse within the system.

Conversely, back pressure results from a pump located inside the system. Water flows backward as pumps raise their pressures higher than the main water supply. Both of these cases lead to contamination of drinking water if they are mistakenly connected with polluted sources.

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The Devices Used for Backflow Prevention

Backflow preventers hinder water from flowing backward through pipes, thus ensuring the continued supply of clean water and protecting public health. They include check valves, double-check valves, and reduced pressure assemblies, which all play an important role in avoiding pollution.

This does so by allowing water to flow only in one direction, thereby preventing contaminants from reversing their direction’ course effectively. For added security, commercial buildings commonly use double-check valves. Reduced-pressure assemblies provide increased safety margins by incorporating relief and pressure-reducing valves, which maintain low pressures.

Choosing the Right Backflow Prevention Device

When selecting a device meant to prevent backflows, there are factors you must consider so that we can protect our systems in this matter.

It should correspond with your property’s hazard level, which could be categorised as high, medium, or low depending on how likely contamination is. Our licensed plumbers will evaluate your premises and tell you about hazard ratings, respectively.

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Our Comprehensive Backflow Prevention Services

Backflow Prevention Device Installation

We specialise in establishing backflow preventers that maintain the potability of drinking water. Whether it is a domestic or business installation, we take charge of everything and ensure adherence to all rules.

Backflow Testing and Certification

We conduct yearly tests to ensure that the device's performance meets and maintains regulatory standards. The test results issued provide certification of device performance as well as appropriate evidence for this in relation to Australian Plumbing Standards.

Repairs and Maintenance

If a problem is encountered, such as damage or malfunctioning, our experts can fix or resolve it. In addition, we offer maintenance services so as not to create future complications and keep the devices functioning at peak efficiency.

Why Choose Flex Plumbing Services for Backflow Prevention

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When you hire us for your backflow prevention needs at Flex Plumbing Services, you gain several advantages that set us apart from other businesses.

We select experienced technicians who have been working in the field for years. They share their practical knowledge with each project, ensuring accuracy and proficiency in differentiating plumbing backflows.
When installing those fittings, one must consider all relevant information about statutes and industry demands. Specialist companies like ours should previously test these fittings to ensure legality and avoid doubts afterward.
We continuously strive to offer fast response times to meet deadlines related to pipeline systems when they leak. We schedule them according to your personal preferences, aiming to exceed expectations regarding quality.
We always put our clients' needs first. We go beyond customer satisfaction by raising awareness about each problem’s specifics in backflow prevention.

Frequently Asked questions

When tainted or unclean water enters your house's clean water supply, it's called backflow. This can occur when there is a sudden decrease in water pressure, which allows potentially dangerous materials to get into your drinking water. For instance, if a garden hose with a fertiliser sprayer is left on the ground, backflow could contaminate your whole water supply.
Backflow can happen due to unexpected drops in pressure within your clean water pipes. This drop might occur because of issues such as burst pipes or excessive use of water. When the pressure in your pipe system dies down, muddy water from sources like irrigation devices or hot tanks gets drawn backwards into safe drinking water. Also, if pressures suddenly change and pool water returns via a garden hosepipe to the house's main supply, germs and pollutants can contaminate potable water.
A professional plumber installs backflow prevention devices. The plumber can assess your plumbing system and recommend devices. Common household equipment includes irrigation systems, swimming pools, and outdoor taps with hoses for car washing and filling pools. Compliance with local regulations and safeguarding your home’s potable water against contamination result from installing a backflow prevention device.
Yes, backflow prevention systems are essential for many homes, particularly when there's a chance that different pipe heights could allow tainted water to mix with clean water. These devices are also typically necessary in areas where there is a chance of cross-connections that could introduce dangerous materials into the clean water supply. For example, double-check valves and hose bib vacuum breakers help guarantee local code compliance and shield your family from health hazards like lead exposure from contaminated faucets.
To protect your water supply, take immediate action if you suspect backflow in your plumbing system. Unusual tastes or smells, discoloured water, or unexpected water pressure changes are all backflow indicators. Contact a licenced plumber if you need an immediate system inspection. They will examine your current backflow protection systems, test your water for impurities, and look for any backflow issues. Prompt action can shield you from health hazards and guarantee your water is safe to drink.
The decision to repair or replace your hot water unit depends on its age, condition, and repair costs. If it is still quite new and the repairs are minimal, fixing your unit could be ideal. On the other hand, you can save more in the future by replacing your old tank, which rarely breaks, with a modern one that is also power efficient and more reliable for operation purposes. Thus, it would be prudent enough to seek an expert plumber’s advice to make an informed decision on this matter.
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Choose Flex Plumbing Services for Expert Backflow Prevention Plumbing Solutions

Regarding your water supply, taking any chances is not an option. That's why we recommend relying on our team at Flex Plumbing Services. With our reliable backflow preventers, we ensure compliance with regulations while prioritising safety.

We know everything about backflows, including years of practice and our reputation for being a reliable partner for our client's convenience.

Call us or meet our representative today for more information on a dependable backflow preventer that fits your needs.

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