How Spring Thaw Impacts Plumbing Systems In Southeast Michigan, spring does not arrive all at once. Instead, fluctuating temperatures, melting snow, and heavy rainfall create changing conditions that affect plumbing systems throughout March and early April. One often overlooked area during this transition is backflow prevention. As snow melts and groundwater levels rise, plumbing systems…
Backflow prevention is a critical component of maintaining a safe and healthy water supply in your home. A backflow valve is designed to keep contaminated water from reversing flow and entering your clean water lines. This can happen during a sudden change in water pressure, often caused by heavy rainfall or a burst main. Without…
You will be notified by your city when it is time to receive your backflow certification. Putman and Son’s Plumbing have state certified backflow inspectors waiting for your call. Contact us to learn about our subdivision discount! #PutmanandSonsPlumbing #BackflowCertification #BackflowInspectors
Is it time for your certified backflow inspection? Not only is it a wise idea to have testing done periodically, testing is required by many cities to ensure that you are protected from contaminated water. Many of our customers have received their notice in the mail. Remember that testing is done for your safety to…
Backflow is when there is a reversal of flow of nonpotable water contaminating and polluting the drinking water and city water of the potable water system. Backflow prevention devices are installed to protect people and property from harm by preventing contaminates from entering the pipeline and making drinking water hazardous. Like any mechanical device, it…
