Backflow Preventers

Valves & Parts for protecting potable water from contamination.

Vanilla Backflow Cones
5.08 sold
$14.00

Introduction

Backflow preventers stop reverse water flow that could carry pollutants into clean supply lines. Select models by pipe diameter, pressure rating, and local code requirements. Consider bronze or stainless bodies for corrosion resistance and accessible test for annual inspections.

  • Double-check valve designs provide reliable protection in residential and light commercial systems.
  • Reduced pressure zone units handle higher hazard levels where chemicals are present.
  • Inline strainers capture debris that could impair valve seating over time.

Verify local plumbing codes before installing any backflow prevention device.

FAQs

Install the device immediately after the main shut-off valve and before any branch lines to isolate the entire property from the municipal supply.

Most municipalities require annual testing by a certified technician to confirm valves open and close at specified pressures.

Local codes vary; many areas allow homeowners to install approved models but mandate professional testing afterward.

Double-check valves suit low-hazard residential use, while RPZ units vent to atmosphere and handle high-hazard commercial applications.

Properly sized units cause minimal pressure loss; undersized or clogged valves can noticeably restrict flow.