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Backflow Preventer Testing & Inspection
Backflow preventers protect the public water supply from contamination caused by pressure changes in your plumbing system. Titan Life Safety provides certified annual testing for fire suppression, domestic, and irrigation lines across the Atlanta Metro area.
Certified Testers
All testing performed by certified backflow prevention assembly testers
Reports Filed For You
We submit test results directly to your local water authority
Annual Compliance
Stay on schedule — we track your due dates and send reminders
Repairs & Rebuilds
Failed assemblies repaired or replaced same visit when parts are available
Most Georgia jurisdictions require annual backflow preventer testing and report submission to the local water authority.
Failure to test can result in fines, service interruption, or liability for contamination.Protecting the Public Water Supply
Backflow occurs when water flows in the reverse direction — from your property back into the public water main. This can happen due to a sudden drop in water pressure (back-siphonage) or when your system pressure exceeds the supply pressure (backpressure).
Without a properly functioning backflow preventer, chemicals from irrigation systems, contaminants from fire suppression lines, or bacteria from stagnant water can enter the drinking water supply — posing a serious public health risk and significant liability for property owners.
Backflow preventers are required on all of the above connection types in most Georgia jurisdictions.
All Backflow Preventer Assembly Types
We test and service all types of backflow prevention assemblies across fire, domestic, and irrigation applications.
Reduced Pressure Zone (RPZ)
The highest level of backflow protection. Required for high-hazard connections such as irrigation systems with chemical injection, fire suppression lines, and industrial processes. Contains two independently acting check valves and a differential pressure relief valve.
Double Check Valve Assembly (DCVA)
Used for low-to-moderate hazard applications such as commercial irrigation and fire sprinkler systems without chemical additives. Contains two independently acting check valves and is testable in place.
Pressure Vacuum Breaker (PVB)
Commonly used on irrigation systems. Protects against back-siphonage but not backpressure. Must be installed above the highest downstream outlet.
Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker (AVB)
The simplest form of backflow prevention. Used on individual hose bibs and low-hazard irrigation zones. Not testable and cannot be used where continuous pressure is applied.
When Testing Is Required
Annual testing is the baseline requirement — but testing is also required after any repair or following a known backflow event.
Annual
- Full differential pressure test
- Check valve seating and sealing
- Relief valve operation (RPZ assemblies)
- Shutoff valve operation
- Visual inspection for corrosion or damage
- Test results submitted to local water authority
After Any Repair
- Re-test following any repair or replacement
- Verify correct reassembly
- Confirm pressure readings within spec
- Updated documentation filed
After Backflow Event
- Full system inspection
- Contamination risk assessment
- Component replacement if required
- Notification to water authority if required
Common Backflow Preventer Issues
Our certified testers identify problems that routine visual checks miss. Here's what we commonly find.
Failed Check Valves
Check valves can foul with debris or wear over time, allowing contaminated water to flow backward into the public supply.
Corroded or Damaged Body
Assemblies exposed to the elements or installed in wet vaults are prone to corrosion. We identify deterioration before it causes failure.
Relief Valve Discharge
A continuously discharging relief valve on an RPZ assembly indicates a failed check valve — a common finding that requires immediate repair.
Improper Installation
Backflow preventers installed at the wrong elevation, orientation, or location are a frequent code violation we identify and document.
Missing or Expired Test Reports
Many jurisdictions require annual test reports to be filed with the water authority. We handle the paperwork and submission for you.
Frozen or Unprotected Assemblies
Outdoor assemblies must be protected from freezing. We identify unprotected installations and recommend appropriate enclosures.
What to Expect on Test Day
Our certified testers arrive with calibrated differential pressure gauges and all required documentation. Testing typically takes 30–60 minutes per assembly. We handle the report submission to your water authority so you don't have to.
Schedule & Locate
We confirm your appointment and identify all backflow preventer assemblies on your property — fire, domestic, and irrigation.
Certified Testing
Each assembly is tested using calibrated gauges per the manufacturer spec and local water authority requirements.
Report & Submission
You receive a complete test report. We submit results to your local water authority on your behalf.
Repair If Needed
Failed assemblies are repaired or rebuilt on the spot when parts are available, with a follow-up test to confirm compliance.
Schedule Your Backflow Preventer Test
Stay compliant with your local water authority. Call us or request a service appointment online.