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Do Backflow Preventers Go Bad?

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Do Backflow Preventers Go Bad? With proper maintenance and annual testing, backflow prevention assemblies can last for many years. But mechanical backflow prevention assemblies have internal seals, springs, and moving parts that are subject to clogging, wear or fatigue. What causes a backflow preventer to fail? Backflow prevention assemblies are designed to provide decades of

What Causes A Backflow Preventer To Fail?

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What Causes A Backflow Preventer To Fail? Backflow prevention assemblies are designed to provide decades of protection. There are many regional conditions that can shorten the working life of a backflow preventer. Conditions such as excessive pressure, water quality, temperature or turbidity can all cause the assembly to deteriorate in its performance. Can a backflow