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The Ins and Outs of a Backflow Preventer: A Powerful Product We Install

Monday, August 25th, 2025

As a homeowner, you’ve probably thought about protecting your house from leaks, flooding, and plumbing issues. But there’s one risk that often goes overlooked: backflow. Backflow occurs when water flows in the opposite direction of where it’s supposed to go, pulling potentially contaminated water back into your home’s clean water supply. During seasons of heavy rain, the chances of this happening can increase—making a backflow preventer an essential safeguard.

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