Kansas City Backflow Prevention

Maintenance & Installations From Above & Beyond Plumbing

At Above & Beyond Plumbing, our experienced team can outfit your home or business with the backflow prevention device it needs to stay safe and protected against backflow contamination. We carefully analyze your home and your plumbing system to determine the proper type, size, and location of a backflow prevention device for the most effective and durable protection against the unexpected. The security of your water supply is our number-one priority, and we make it our goal to exceed your expectations and earn your complete satisfaction. We also offer a complete range of services in Kansas City for existing backflow solutions, including testing, maintenance, and replacement for devices that have worn out or seized and no longer function as they should.

What Is Backflow?

Backflow is the term for when water is pulled back through your plumbing lines due to a sudden, sharp shift in pressure, typically caused by a burst pipe, a local fire hydrant turning on, or any other event that causes a sudden spike or loss of pressure. Backflow can cause contaminated water to be sucked back into your potable water lines. This leads to contamination from harmful substances or chemicals that you want to avoid at all costs. A backflow prevention device is tasked with the job of preventing this accidental contamination by keeping water flowing in one uniform direction.

Types Of Backflow Prevention

Did you know your home actually has several different instances of backflow prevention found throughout your home? It’s true, and you probably don’t even think about them. Your faucet allows water to run freely, but water itself can’t be forced back up the faucet once it has left the line due to the force of gravity and empty space disconnecting the drain line and the water line. This is a form of backflow prevention. However, it doesn’t work in all situations, and our Kansas City plumbers can help you choose the right backflow prevention device based on your situation.

When Was The Last Time Your Backflow Prevention Device Was Checked?

Backflow prevention devices need to be periodically inspected and checked in order to make sure they’re working properly. Over time, valves can wear out, gaskets can start to leak, and fixtures can stick, preventing the device from working as it should. At Above & Beyond Plumbing, we offer a full range of services designed to make sure your backflow prevention is in good condition, including maintaining your device to ensure you stay protected. In many cases, an annual inspection is required by law, so make sure you schedule yours before your inspection deadline passes!