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Annual Backflow Testing in Philadelphia, PA Near Me

Annual backflow testing in Philadelphia, PA for homes and businesses, with readings recorded on your water utility's form. Call (833) 990-5874.

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Annual Backflow Testing in Philadelphia, PA

Your water utility mailed a notice. It names a device, a serial number and a due date. That letter is the start of annual backflow testing, and Grizzly Backflow & Plumbing connects you with a local tester in Philadelphia, PA who can handle it.

The tester closes the downstream shutoff, hooks a differential pressure gauge to the test cocks and reads each check valve in turn. On a double check, each check has to hold at least 1.0 psid. On an RPZ, the relief valve has to open at no less than 2.0 psid. The numbers go on the report exactly as read.

Most residential tests take about half an hour, and your water is off for part of it. Commercial assemblies take longer, especially 4 inch and larger devices.

If the device passes, the report gets filed. If it fails, you get the reason in plain words and the options: repair, rebuild or replace.

Backflow prevention only works when the device is checked on schedule. Call Grizzly Backflow & Plumbing at (833) 990-5874 to book your test in Philadelphia, PA.

How it works

Four steps to backflow testing in Philadelphia, PA

  1. 01

    Grab your notice

    Have the utility letter handy. It lists the device, serial number and due date.

  2. 02

    Talk it through

    Call (833) 990-5874. We go over the device type and the price before anything is booked.

  3. 03

    Test day

    A certified tester reads each check and the relief valve on a calibrated gauge.

  4. 04

    Report filed

    The report goes to your water utility, and you keep a copy for your records.

Coverage

Backflow Testing Services Across Philadelphia, PA

Backflow testing for the neighborhoods and ZIP codes around Philadelphia, PA.

Neighborhoods we cover for backflow testing

  • Center City
  • South Philadelphia
  • North Philadelphia
  • West Philadelphia
  • Fishtown
  • Kensington
  • Northern Liberties
  • University City
  • Manayunk
  • Roxborough
  • Germantown
  • Mount Airy
  • Chestnut Hill
  • Fairmount
  • Queen Village
  • Society Hill
  • Old City

ZIP codes we serve

19102 19103 19104 19106 19107 19108 19109 19111 19112 19113 19114 19115 19116 19118 19119 19120 19121 19122 19123 19124 19125 19126 19127 19128 19129 19130 19131 19132 19133 19134 19135 19136 19137 19138 19139 19140 19141 19142 19143 19144 19145 19146 19147 19148 19149 19150 19151 19152 19153 19154

Backflow testing FAQs

Questions about backflow testing

Questions we hear most often about Annual Backflow Testing in Philadelphia, PA.

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What is the difference between an RPZ and a double check valve?
Both have two independent check valves. An RPZ adds a relief valve between the checks that discharges water to atmosphere if the checks leak, which is why it is required on high-hazard connections.
Why is water dripping from my RPZ relief valve?
A steady drip usually means debris is holding the first check open or the relief valve diaphragm is worn. A cleaning or a rebuild kit fixes most cases.
Does my lawn sprinkler system in Philadelphia, PA need a backflow preventer?
Almost every US plumbing code requires one on irrigation, since fertilizer, pesticide and standing water at the heads can siphon back. The device type depends on local code and how the system is laid out.
What does a failed backflow test mean?
A check valve or the relief valve did not hold its required pressure differential. The device needs repair or replacement, then a retest before a passing report can be filed.
Who sends the test report to the water utility?
The tester usually files it, either on the utility's paper form or through its online portal. Ask for a copy for your own records.

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Certified testers for backflow testing in Philadelphia, PA. Call (833) 990-5874 and we go through the device and the price before anything is booked.

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