Backflow Testing in Carrolton Texas
If you are a contractor working in Carrollton needing fast backflow certification, then you have come to the right place.
We specialize in rapid response backflow testing in Carrolton – Repairs – Customer Service Inspections. In most cases same day or next day service is available.
Our technicians are very professional, and you are welcome to witness any test. The technicians use top grade test equipment which is calibrated yearly for accurate results. We hold a local inventory of common repair parts, so any repairs can be completed quickly.
Device Test Results – after completing our tests we leave a copy of the results on the device for new installations as well as sending it to the appropriate authority. Our annual commercial customers will be mailed a copy on request.
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City of Carrollton Cross Connection Program
On June 16, 1998, the City of Carrollton adopted a new Title V, Chapter 55 Cross Connection Control and Prevention Ordinance. The Public Works Department began conducting water use system surveys (inspections) as required by this ordinance. These surveys assist in determining if any connections or uses of the potable water supply are inadvertently creating a health hazard to the public.
Backflow
Backflow is the undesirable reversal of flow in a potable water distribution system. Water that is always under pressure can only flow in one direction. Then how can water flow in reverse? Water will always flow towards the point of lowest pressure. If a water main were to break or if the fire department opened several fire hydrants to help fight a fire, the pressure in the water main could drop. The demand upstream could cause a reversal in flow.
All backflow prevention assemblies and approved testers shall be registered with Public Works and BSI Online. All backflow prevention assemblies shall be nationally recognized and certified as an approved testable device.
All backflow prevention assembly installations require compliance with the City’s Building Inspection Office (a permit is required).
All testing shall be by a TCEQ approved licensed tester who is registered with Public Works (see below for list of registered testers).
All backflow prevention assemblies shall be tested according to TCEQ regulations prior to the permanent activation of the plumbing system and thereafter annually.
All backflow prevention assemblies shall have plastic or brass caps placed upon all test cocks (NO GALVANIZED PLUGS).
All backflow prevention assemblies are required to be registered with all fees paid through the tester. The annual registration fee for each separate backflow device is $35 and is separate from other fees chargeable by the City.
All backflow prevention assemblies shall be installed by licensed plumbers, irrigators or fire sprinkler technicians who meet the requirements of the City’s current plumbing code. All backflow prevention assemblies must be tested after installation by an approved City registered tester and BSI Online.
All testers must register with Public Works.
The City of Carrollton Code of Ordinance requires licensed and City registered cross connection testers to test backflow prevention devices in Carrollton. Test results from non-City registered testers will not be accepted.
For more details see: http://cityofcarrollton.com/
We service the following Carrollton, Tx zip codes:
75006, 75007, 75008, 75010, 75011