Backflow Testing on Long Island: What You Need to Know

New York requires water services to use a backflow prevention device. One of these specialized valves will protect your water supply from contaminated water that can seep out of the ground and into your water supply.

Backflow prevention devices can be installed both inside and outside a building, and according to state regulations, must be tested once a year. A trained technician can visit your location and, using a test kit, determine whether or not your device is working properly.

If it is not, you are not only required to have it repaired or replaced, but your system could be posing a health risk. Contaminated water is very dangerous, and can cause serious health problems.

You can visit the Pat Dolan Plumbing website for more information about backflow testing on Long Island.