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New backflow assemblies
Installation of the device required for the plumbing connection, property type and applicable water-provider requirements.
Protecting the potable water supply
Backflow Prevention Services
Installation, repair and replacement of backflow prevention assemblies for residential and commercial plumbing systems across Lee and Collier Counties.
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Actual backflow assemblyA. Plumbing Pro backflow work photographed at an exterior service connection.
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Backflow protection
The right assembly depends on the connection and the hazard being protected against.
Backflow prevention devices help keep water or other substances from reversing direction into the potable water supply. Requirements are determined by the plumbing system, water provider and applicable code.
Repair
Serviceable assemblies
Many devices can be repaired when compatible parts are available and the assembly body remains in suitable condition.
Replace
Damaged or obsolete devices
Replacement may be appropriate when an assembly is deteriorated, damaged, obsolete or no longer suitable for the application.
Common applications
Backflow protection is used where cross-connections can create contamination risk.
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Irrigation systemsProtection may be required where irrigation is connected to the potable water system.
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Commercial propertiesCommercial plumbing systems may require specific assemblies based on use and hazard level.
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Fire-protection connectionsBackflow requirements can apply where fire-protection piping interfaces with the potable supply.
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Reclaimed-water environmentsProper separation and backflow protection are especially important where multiple water sources are present.
Device selection
RP, double-check and pressure-vacuum assemblies
The correct device is not selected by appearance alone. The water provider and applicable plumbing requirements determine the protection appropriate for the connection.
Permitting
Requirements vary by jurisdiction.
New installations or significant modifications may require permits, inspection and approval from the local water provider or authority having jurisdiction.
Actual work
Backflow assemblies installed and serviced in Southwest Florida.
These are photographs from A. Plumbing Pro projects—not stock images.
Frequently asked questions
Backflow service questions.
The applicable device and installation requirements depend on the property and the connection being protected.
What is a backflow prevention device?
A backflow prevention device is designed to prevent water or other substances from flowing backward into the potable water supply. These devices help protect the drinking-water system from contamination that could occur through a cross-connection.
When is a backflow preventer required?
Backflow protection may be required when a plumbing system presents a potential connection between the potable water supply and another water source or system. Common applications include irrigation systems, fire-protection systems, commercial properties, reclaimed-water environments and other installations identified by the water provider or plumbing code.
What type of backflow device does my property need?
The appropriate device depends on the type of connection and the level of potential hazard. Common devices include reduced-pressure assemblies, double-check assemblies and pressure vacuum breakers. The water provider or applicable plumbing requirements determine which type of protection is appropriate for a particular application.
Will the water need to be shut off during repair or replacement?
The water supply may need to be temporarily shut off while the assembly is being repaired or replaced. The duration depends on the type of device and the work required.
Does a new backflow device require a permit?
Permit requirements vary by jurisdiction, property type and type of installation. New installations or significant modifications may require permitting, inspection and approval from the local water provider or authority having jurisdiction.
Can an existing backflow device be repaired, or must it be replaced?
Many backflow prevention assemblies can be repaired when replacement parts are available and the body of the device remains in serviceable condition. Replacement may be recommended when the assembly is severely deteriorated, damaged, obsolete or no longer meets applicable requirements.
Need a backflow assembly repaired or replaced?
Tell us what is leaking or what work has been requested for the property, and we can review the plumbing scope.