Naperville Backflow Testing

Naperville Backflow Testing

If you are a resident or business in Naperville, Illinois, backflow testing is required by the City of Naperville to ensure the safety of your drinking water.   Whether you have a single backflow assembly or multiple, our backflow specialists can tailor a plan that fits your needs and budget perfectly. With over 40 years of experience servicing the greater Chicago, Illinois area and Northwest Indiana, you can count on us for all your commercial or residential backflow testing, repair, and installation needs. Give us a call today at 708.389.5600 to get started! 

Trusted Backflow Testing Near You in Naperville, Illinois 

Residents and businesses of Naperville, Illinois, know they can rely on our annual backflow testing service to keep their property compliant with Naperville backflow regulations. Our inspectors are the best in the business, and we are available 24/7 to answer any questions or concerns. Whether you need backflow testing, repairs, installations, or an emergency, contact us today to schedule a test or get more information. 

What Is Backflow Testing?

Naperville backflow testing is important to ensure that your backflow assembly is in proper working order and certified with the City. Backflow testing ensures that your potable (drinking) water distribution system is functioning properly, and that contaminated water cannot mix back in with potable water in the event of a backflow. Our water is constantly pressurized and should flow in just the intended direction. A backflow event is when water flows backward. If a water main were to rupture or the City’s firefighters opened multiple hydrants to put out a large fire, the water main’s pressure could plummet. The water demand upstream may create a flow reversal and tanks or hoses that contain chemicals or other non-potable things could be sucked up into the water supply. To prevent this from happening, backflow preventers are installed on a water main. They have a series of pressurized chambers and valves that prevents this from happening. During a test the certified tester measures the pressure of each chamber and checks the functionality of all the valves. We also have to make sure that the device is clear of any debris. If applicable Naperville residents must have their backflow devices tested every year to ensure that they are working properly. A licensed backflow tester must perform the test and will submit the results to the City.

 

What Is A Cross Connection?

A cross connection is any actual or potential connection between the drinking water lines and potential sources of pollution or contamination. This can include a piping arrangement or equipment that allows the drinking water to come in contact with non-potable liquids, solids, or gases. A cross connection can be hazardous to humans if/when there is a backflow of contaminated water.

In order to protect the public from cross-connection hazards, the City of Naperville states that all businesses and facilities with cross connections must have their backflow prevention devices tested on an annual basis. Backflow testing must be performed by a certified tester and the results must be submitted to the City. Failure to do so could result in serious health consequences for you and your employees, customers, or tenants and possible fines.

Do you need to make sure your backflow device is working properly and maintained or need to have one installed? Call or set up an appointment today!

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Where Are Backflow Preventers Installed?

Backflow preventers are installed on the main water line where the connectors for the wastewater and freshwater meet. The gadget is a valve that closes automatically whenever there is a change in pressure. Once the valve is closed, sewage cannot continue to flow oppositely. Instead, it is diverted, preventing cross-contamination. Naperville has over 200 restaurants, each possessing one or multiple backflow preventers that need testing!

How Can Private Residences Prevent Backflows? 

Frequently, backflow is the result of uncontrollable forces. As someone who drinks water in the City of Naperville, it is important to be aware of cross-connection hazards and how to prevent them. Cross-connections can occur when there is a connection between the potable (drinking) water system and a non-potable water source. This can happen when you submerge a hose in soapy water buckets, pet watering containers, pools, tubs, sinks, drains or any other container of liquid that does or could have contained chemicals. If a drop in water pressure occurs the contents that the end of the hose is in will be sucked up into the City’s water supply.

Are Backflow Prevention Devices Necessary?

In most places, backflow preventers are not required for individual residential properties. The backflow device would be located further down the water main and be for the entire neighborhood or apartment complex. However, Naperville may mandate you to install a device and maintain annual backflow testing if your home has an irrigation system. Most cities in the United States mandate backflow preventer installations and annual testing for commercial and industrial plumbing systems. If you are a business owner you should have to be keeping up to code with your local laws. Want to learn more about backflow or what services we could help you with visit our Learn More page, or set up a meeting today to talk with an expert!

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