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How to Protect Your Home from Backflow During a Flood
Flooding is a significant concern for homeowners, particularly in areas prone to heavy rain or rising water levels. One of the most overlooked risks during a flood is backflow, where
The Different Types of Backflow Prevention Devices and How They Work
Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of our water supply is paramount. Backflow prevention devices are essential tools that protect potable water systems from contamination caused by the unintended reversal of
Backflow Prevention Regulations in Vancouver: What You Need to Know
Ensuring clean and safe drinking water is a priority for every community, and in Vancouver, backflow prevention regulations play a crucial role in maintaining local water safety. Backflow occurs when
New Construction Backflow Testing Vancouver: First-Time Requirements
Building a new home or commercial property in Vancouver? Here’s something that might surprise you: backflow testing requirements can make or break your project timeline. Most developers find out about
How to Choose a BCWWA Certified Backflow Tester in Vancouver: Your Complete 2025 Guide
Getting that dreaded letter from the City of Vancouver about backflow testing? You’re not alone. Every year, thousands of Vancouver property owners scramble to find a qualified backflow tester, and
How Often Is Backflow Testing Required
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Do I need to test my backflow preventer every year?”, you’re not alone. A lot of property owners—especially homeowners—don’t think about it until they get
What Is an RPZ Backflow Preventer?
Let’s be honest. When someone first mentioned an RPZ backflow preventer to me, I nodded like I knew what they were talking about… but I didn’t. And if you’re in
How to Install a Backflow Valve Without Losing Your Mind
(For homeowners, DIYers, and anyone tired of worrying about water safety) You ever turn on the tap and wonder if what’s coming out is as clean as it should be?
Check Valve vs Backflow Preventer: What’s the Real Difference?
Ever stood in a hardware store or browsed online and stumbled across check valves and backflow preventers, only to wonder… what’s the difference? They both stop water from flowing backward,
How to Fix a Leaking Backflow Preventer (The Way We Did It)
Alright, quick story. A couple of weeks ago, I noticed water building up near my sprinkler valve box. At first, I figured maybe the dog spilled something (he’s clumsy). But