{"id":5027,"date":"2022-05-02T11:00:31","date_gmt":"2022-05-02T15:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/?p=5027"},"modified":"2022-04-29T18:40:41","modified_gmt":"2022-04-29T22:40:41","slug":"why-backflow-prevention-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/plumbing-service\/why-backflow-prevention-important\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Backflow Prevention Is So Important"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Today, we want to talk about why backflow prevention is so important. This is a highly vital service to have performed in your home because it\u2019s something that keeps your home safe and healthy. The water that\u2019s supplied to us in the Orlando area is great; the problem that occurs when it starts to flow backward. It can become a real danger to your health.<\/p>\n

If you want to ensure that your <\/span>plumbing in Orlando, FL<\/span><\/a>, is in proper shape, then we suggest backflow testing and backflow prevention. Although many homeowners have heard of this, they might not know all the ins and outs of what either of these services entails. We\u2019re going to get into everything you should know about backflow prevention and backflow testing below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s Backflow?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Backflow is a term that\u2019s used to describe when the water flowing into your home from your municipal system starts to flow backwards. The backflow of water into your home can be detrimental because this water can carry contaminants into the water supply system and make it unsafe to drink. Backflow is a major danger because it\u2019s unsanitary. If you consume this water or bathe in it, you\u2019re at risk of disease and infection.<\/span><\/p>\n

How It Happens<\/span><\/h3>\n

Backflow happens when changes occur in your home\u2019s plumbing. These pressure changes are likely to happen when you have trouble with your water main. Water mains can break or go through trouble when they need to be repaired. When there\u2019s a break or disruption, water flows out of the other side of the broken section and a vacuum is created in the water supply system. This is where the backflow occurs. The vacuum created sucks contaminated water back into your water supply.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why You Need a Backflow Prevention Device<\/span><\/h2>\n

Now let\u2019s get into backflow prevention. Backflow prevention is what\u2019s going to stop potentially hazardous chemicals from making their way into your water supply. A backflow preventer is specifically designed to make sure that non-potable water remains out of your water.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It works by creating an air gap. If the non-potable water does start to flow backward, then it won\u2019t actually be able to reach your home\u2019s water supply.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A backflow prevention device is what\u2019s going to keep you safe. Contaminated drinking water can easily make you sick. You want to be protected from contaminants, pollutants, and parasites that can lurk in dirty water. If you\u2019re wondering how to go about finding yourself a backflow preventer or finding a plumbing professional that can install it properly, then you can come to our team.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Make Sure You Choose a Professional<\/span><\/h2>\n

Our professionals make sure that we understand absolutely everything that goes into installing a perfect backflow preventer. We also make sure that each one of our technicians is prepared and qualified to perform the work you need. Professional work requires expertise. We make sure our team members go through the right training to better serve you. If you\u2019re interested in getting the ball rolling on backflow preventer work, then it\u2019s time to contact one of our professionals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Contact Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. to <\/b>schedule an appointment<\/b><\/a> with our professionals.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Here is what you need to know about preventing backflow in your home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[176],"tags":[219,80,400],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5027"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5027"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5027\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5030,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5027\/revisions\/5030"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5027"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5027"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5027"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}