A backflow preventer is a device that prevents sewage from backing up into your home. There are many benefits to installing one. For example, if your water system (sink, dishwasher) backs up and you don’t have a backflow preventer, it can cause damage to the flooring and drywall in your home. It can also lead to mold and mildew growth. They also help keep the sewer lines clean and safe for human contact.

Why do I need a backflow preventer?

You need a backflow preventer if your home is on a private well. These types of homes are more susceptible to backflow issues. This is because a private well doesn’t have high water pressure, which helps keep sewage from backing up into the home.

In these cases, a backflow preventer can help keep your home safe. It will stop sewage from backing up into the home and potentially causing damage to your home. In addition, it will also keep sewage from seeping into your drinking water and causing potential health issues.

The best way to avoid backflow is to make sure you have a backflow preventer installed. If you don’t and sewage starts to back up, it can overflow and cause major damage to your home.

 

For more information, contact Vinny’s Jersey Plumbing, located in Wayne, New Jersey.  We also service other towns in New Jersey, such as Waldwick, Englewood and Hackensack.