If you live in Windsor, you might know that the quality of water is not something to be taken lightly. It ranks up there with air quality as one of those almost-forgotten parts of life that are silently working in the background to keep everything running smoothly. Backflow testing isn't a topic, I suppose, that gets much of a dinner conversation. But it is vital in maintaining water cleanliness where clean water should be and not where it shouldn't (like inside your lungs, which never wanted to have anything to do with water in the first place). The great thing about backflow testing is that it is almost completely preventative. Whether it's a cozy home on the corner or a bustling cafe downtown, nobody wants the drama that backflow testing prevents from intruding on their expected clean water supply.
You have likely seen or heard something about the requirements for backflow testing, and they probably seemed technical or overwhelming. But they are simpler than they appear, with a little guidance. First, know the requirements based on your property type and usage.
For typical homes, testings are recommended annually. For types and quantities of properties that generally output less water, such as smaller businesses, the same holds true. But for larger commercial establishments, especially those with complex plumbing setups (like my last paid gig), a biannual test seems the safest bet. We can have that conversation whenever you want; it’s pretty basic.
Selecting the appropriate backflow test isn't a matter of picking the most expensive option. It's a matter of discerning your needs and how to best address them. Think about this: protecting a small, one-story facility might only require a straightforward double-check valve inspection. In contrast, a multi-story, sprawling office building would be much better served with a reduced pressure zone device inspection, where the situation mandates such an installation. We aim to have the same setup and adhesion to local regulations that best ensures our peace of mind, so that one drop of water, then another, remains as it should.
