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Say Goodbye to Contaminants in Your Water Supply
We are National Economy Plumbers, and we have been your trusted partner in safeguarding water purity across New Orleans since 1939 – that’s more than 85 years of loyal service. In that time, we have been ensuring the integrity of water systems for both residential and commercial clients.
Our team of NOLA backflow specialists are dedicated to providing comprehensive backflow prevention solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer.
Whether you require solutions that focus on backflow testing, backflow repair or backflow replacement, we boast the experience and expertise to handle it.
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Residential or Small Commercial
We are always available for your home or business backflow prevention needs.
Fast Response Time
Our team ensures quick and efficient service to get you back on track in no time.
Say Goodbye to Contaminants in Your Water Supply
We are National Economy Plumbers, and we have been your trusted partner in safeguarding water purity across New Orleans since 1939 – that’s more than 85 years of loyal service. In that time, we have been ensuring the integrity of water systems for both residential and commercial clients.
Our team of NOLA backflow specialists are dedicated to providing comprehensive backflow prevention solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer.
Whether you require solutions that focus on backflow testing, backflow repair or backflow replacement, we boast the experience and expertise to handle it.
Request a Quote Now
Request a Quote Now
Residential or Small Commercial
We are always available for your home or business backflow prevention needs.
Fast Response Time
Our team ensures quick and efficient service to get you back on track in no time.
You can count on National Economy for:
- Backflow prevention services
- Backflow testing
- Backflow inspection
- Backflow repair
- Backflow replacement
- Cross-connection control
- Residential and small commercial backflow solutions
- Backflow preventer device inspection
For some projects, it’s enough to know that you can call a plumber for a speedy repair and installation – but not all plumbers bring the same qualifications. We can tell you from vast experience that this is most apparent in the area of backflow prevention and backflow testing. This specialized plumbing service is just one of the many reasons National Economy Plumbers stands out when you’re in need of premium backflow prevention services in NOLA.
Backflow Explained
Understanding Backflow Prevention and What Makes it So Important
What is Backflow?
Wastewater in your home or office should only travel in one direction: out. When that flow reverses, the result – called backflow – can cause wastewater to cross-contaminate potable water or, in extreme cases, even cause wastewater to back up into the residence or business.
In these cases, what is known as a preventer is utilized to prevent contamination in certain types of plumbing such as irrigation systems, showers, sprinklers and even home cooling installations.
What is Backflow?
Wastewater in your home or office should only travel in one direction: out. When that flow reverses, the result – called backflow – can cause wastewater to cross-contaminate potable water or, in extreme cases, even cause wastewater to back up into the residence or business.
In these cases, what is known as a preventer is utilized to prevent contamination in certain types of plumbing such as irrigation systems, showers, sprinklers and even home cooling installations.
Backflow Matters…and Here’s Why
According to a study from the University of Southern California Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research (USC-FCCCHR) that National Economy’s David Howard analyzed, the degree of protection against backflow present in today’s homes revealed a shocking reality:
If problems like cross-connections, unprotected hose bibs or heating/cooling system health hazards due to cross-connections are not identified and corrected, property and personal health alike can be compromised.
Backflow Matters…and Here’s Why
According to a study from the University of Southern California Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research (USC-FCCCHR) that National Economy’s David Howard analyzed, the degree of protection against backflow present in today’s homes revealed a shocking reality:
If problems like cross-connections, unprotected hose bibs or heating/cooling system health hazards due to cross-connections are not identified and corrected, property and personal health alike can be compromised.
Do You Need Backflow Repair?
How to Tell if You Need Backflow Repairs
New Orleans home and business owners can look for three primary signs indicating a backflow issue:
• Strange Smells – Septic and sewer systems are designed to vent outside the building – but when gases and wastewater are not able to follow their intended route, they’ll take the path of least resistance. The result? The unmistakable odor of sewage, but indoors.
• Unusual Drainage Patterns – You may just need drain cleaning and clearing if your drains begin acting up; but, if you notice bubbling when a drain is in use or a toilet is flushed, backflow may be a potential cause. This is in addition to clogs in drains that aren’t used often or when several drains clog simultaneously.
• Water Quality Issues – Any number of causes can degrade water quality – from pipe wear to an issue with a supply line. But because discolored or cloudy water can be caused by a backflow problem, it’s always best to call a qualified plumbing professional just to be on the safe side.
New Orleans home and business owners can look for three primary signs indicating a backflow issue:
• Strange Smells – Septic and sewer systems are designed to vent outside the building – but when gases and wastewater are not able to follow their intended route, they’ll take the path of least resistance. The result? The unmistakable odor of sewage, but indoors.
• Unusual Drainage Patterns – You may just need drain cleaning and clearing if your drains begin acting up; but, if you notice bubbling when a drain is in use or a toilet is flushed, backflow may be a potential cause. This is in addition to clogs in drains that aren’t used often or when several drains clog simultaneously.
• Water Quality Issues – Any number of causes can degrade water quality – from pipe wear to an issue with a supply line. But because discolored or cloudy water can be caused by a backflow problem, it’s always best to call a qualified plumbing professional just to be on the safe side.
Our Backflow Services
A Quick Look at Our Primary Backflow Prevention Services
• General Backflow Prevention Services – These involve the testing, installation and repair of devices that prevent the reverse flow of water (backflow) into a potable water supply. Because this is crucial for maintaining water quality and safety, particularly in commercial and industrial settings as well as for residential applications, National Economy offers a complete package of services for your convenience.
• Certified Backflow Testing – We ensure that backflow prevention devices in your plumbing systems are functioning correctly so contaminated water does not flow back into the clean water supply.
• Backflow Inspection – To ensure potable water is not contaminated by backflow, we offer backflow inspection services designed to tell us if water is flowing in the opposite direction of normal.
• Cross-Connection Control – This system of practices and procedures is designed to prevent the contamination of drinking water by isolating or eliminating connections between the potable water supply and other sources of potential contamination.
• Backflow Preventer Device Inspection – This is also known as a backflow test, and ensures a preventer device is functioning correctly and preventing water contamination. These inspections are typically required annually and involve both operational and visual testing. Why is this crucial? Because maintaining a safe water supply by ensuring water flows in the correct direction prevents harmful substances from entering your water system.
• Backflow Device Repair – Our team can repair any backflow device issues, including valve replacement, leaks and more.
• General Backflow Prevention Services – These involve the testing, installation and repair of devices that prevent the reverse flow of water (backflow) into a potable water supply. Because this is crucial for maintaining water quality and safety, particularly in commercial and industrial settings as well as for residential applications, National Economy offers a complete package of services for your convenience.
• Certified Backflow Testing – We ensure that backflow prevention devices in your plumbing systems are functioning correctly so contaminated water does not flow back into the clean water supply.
• Backflow Inspection – To ensure potable water is not contaminated by backflow, we offer backflow inspection services designed to tell us if water is flowing in the opposite direction of normal.
• Backflow Preventer Device Inspection – This is also known as a backflow test, and ensures a preventer device is functioning correctly and preventing water contamination. These inspections are typically required annually and involve both operational and visual testing. Why is this crucial? Because maintaining a safe water supply by ensuring water flows in the correct direction prevents harmful substances from entering your water system.
• Backflow Device Repair – Our team can repair any backflow device issues, including valve replacement, leaks and more.
Why Choose Us?
Why Call on National Economy for Your Backflow Prevention Needs?
We specialize in all things backflow, including repair of failed devices, and boast more than 85 years of experience in the New Orleans area. What’s more, we are licensed, bonded and insured master plumbers offering affordable and competitive prices.
National Economy Plumbers remains a full-service, affordable and reliable New Orleans plumbing company headed by master plumber David Howard. Trusted and recommended since 1939, National Economy has been the premier provider of backflow prevention and plumbing services in New Orleans, Louisiana, so call us today if you have any backflow questions or issues.
FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions
National Economy Plumbers’ Backflow Prevention Q&A
Here’s a breakdown of common questions we get about backflow, and the answers that encourage prevention:
01. What is Backflow, Exactly?
The undesirable reversal of flow of non-potable water or other substances into a potable water system.
02. What are the Major Types of Backflow?
Backflow can occur due to backpressure and backsiphonage; during backpressure, the pressure in your system exceeds the pressure in the public water supply, and during backsiphonage, a vacuum or partial vacuum in the supply line causes water to be drawn backward.
03. What are Examples of Cross-Connections That Could Cause Backflow?
Irrigation systems, fire suppression systems and commercial properties are all examples of susceptible areas wherein contamination can be drawn into the water supply.
04. What Are Some Common Types of (Backflow) Preventers?
Air gaps, reduced pressure principal assemblies (RP or RPZ) and pressure vacuum breakers (PVB) are good examples of preventers; an air gap is a physical separation between the potable water outlet and the receiving receptacle, and remains the most reliable method as far as we’re concerned. A reduced pressure principal assembly uses a series of check valves and a relief valve to prevent backflow, while a pressure vacuum breaker uses a spring-loaded check valve and an air inlet to do so.
05. Why are (Backflow) Preventers Tested?
Backflow preventers need to be tested periodically to ensure they are functioning correctly and providing adequate protection.
06. Who Can Install or Test Backflow Preventers?
Backflow preventers should be installed and tested by licensed professionals with the proper training and certification.
07. What are Common Signs of Backflow Problems?
Leakage from the backflow preventer, slow drainage, drop in water pressure and changes in water quality such as foul smell or discoloration.
08. Who Needs Backflow Prevention?
Many businesses, especially those with potential cross-connections, require backflow prevention; some residential properties may also need backflow prevention, particularly if they boast certain types of irrigation systems.
09. How Often Should Backflow Assemblies be Tested?
Testing frequency varies here, but typically, backflow assemblies at non-residential properties are tested annually, while residential properties may be tested every two years. Testing ensures the device is functioning properly and providing adequate protection.
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