Backflow Devices

There are 5 types of backflow prevention assemblies (Air Gap, AVB, PVB, DC, and RP; but, these are not all equally acceptable as protection against all types of hazards. Look here for help in choosing the correct device to protect your drinking water.

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Geyser Prevention by permagreen (Sep 23rd 2004, 8:55am)	4	562	by nestors (Oct 31st 2004, 2:06pm)
Running valves when water isd shut-off by dad_of_four (Jul 18th 2005, 5:07pm)	3	559	by RidgeRun05 (Jul 19th 2005, 8:48am)
Backflow or electronic valve? by heedicus (Nov 16th 2004, 6:13pm)	2	555	by nestors (Dec 9th 2004, 8:19am)
PVB vs double check by bnorth (Aug 26th 2004, 7:19pm)	1	552	by HooKooDooKu (Aug 29th 2004, 5:33pm)
RP or DC for my layout? by kedge12 (Mar 19th 2007, 6:15pm)	2	536	by HooKooDooKu (Mar 20th 2007, 3:43am)
backflow testing by lawnboy (Jul 22nd 2006, 12:14pm)	1	532	by Wet_Boots (Jul 22nd 2006, 2:43pm)
Febco Clanging by mcdonnellk (Jun 15th 2011, 9:33am)	1	527	by Wet_Boots (Jun 15th 2011, 10:16am)
Do I need an extra valve? Bleeding regularly by jluzbet (Jun 12th 2006, 7:44am)	0	522	No reply
basement or outside for RPZ? by illinoisjim (May 5th 2005, 5:24am)	1	522	by Wet_Boots (May 5th 2005, 3:36pm)
RPZ doesn't seal - new installation by ccimino (Mar 27th 2005, 7:53am)	2	521	by RidgeRun05 (Apr 10th 2005, 11:07am)