Certified Backflow Testing in Tyler TX
Protect your water supply and stay compliant with local regulations. Hester Plumbing provides TCEQ-certified backflow testing, installation, and repair services for commercial properties, irrigation systems, and fire suppression systems throughout Tyler TX and East Texas.
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Understanding Backflow Prevention
Your clean water supply operates under pressure – that's how water reaches upper floors and distant faucets. But what happens when that pressure drops suddenly, like during a water main break or heavy fire department use? Without protection, contaminated water can be sucked backward into the supply lines through a phenomenon called backflow.
Backflow prevention assemblies (BFPs) contain mechanical check valves that automatically close when pressure reverses, preventing contaminated water from entering the clean supply. These devices are required by Texas law on all connections that pose a contamination risk – irrigation systems, commercial facilities, fire suppression lines, and more.
Annual testing by a certified TCEQ tester is mandatory to ensure these devices function properly. Failure to test can result in fines, water service disconnection, and liability for contamination events. Hester Plumbing handles testing, repairs, and compliance documentation for commercial and residential properties throughout Tyler TX.
Our Backflow Prevention Services
Annual Testing
- TCEQ-certified testers
- All device types
- Same-day certification
- Utility report submission
Installation
- New device installation
- Size/type specification
- Permit coordination
- Initial testing included
Repair Service
- Failed test repairs
- Valve replacement
- Seal and gasket service
- Re-testing after repair
Compliance
- Documentation management
- Testing reminders
- Multi-property scheduling
- Violation resolution
Who Needs Backflow Prevention?
Texas law requires backflow prevention on any connection that could contaminate the public water supply.
Commercial Properties
Restaurants, medical facilities, car washes, manufacturing – most commercial water connections require BFPs.
Irrigation Systems
Lawn sprinkler systems connect to potable water but contain fertilizers, pesticides, and bacteria.
Fire Sprinkler Systems
Fire suppression water sits stagnant in pipes and requires backflow protection.
Swimming Pools
Pool fill lines can backflow chlorinated or contaminated water into the supply.
Multi-Family Buildings
Apartments and condos often require BFPs to protect the main supply.
Industrial Facilities
Any connection to manufacturing processes with chemicals requires protection.
Our Testing Process
Schedule
We coordinate testing around your operations – minimal disruption.
Test
Certified technician performs pressure differential testing per TCEQ standards.
Repair
If device fails, we often repair and retest same visit.
Document
We submit certification to your water utility and provide your records.
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We provide professional backflow-testing throughout Tyler, TX and the surrounding East Texas communities. Click your city below to learn more about our local services.
Backflow Testing FAQs
Backflow occurs when contaminated water flows backward into the clean water supply due to pressure changes. This can introduce chemicals, fertilizers, bacteria, or sewage into drinking water. Backflow preventers (BFPs) contain check valves that automatically stop this reverse flow, protecting public health.
Texas and most Tyler-area municipalities require annual testing of all backflow prevention assemblies. Commercial properties, irrigation systems, and fire sprinkler systems typically must be tested within 30-90 days of installation and annually thereafter. We handle scheduling and compliance documentation.
Properties with irrigation systems, fire sprinkler systems, swimming pools, medical/dental facilities, restaurants, car washes, or any connection to potentially contaminated water typically require backflow prevention. Commercial properties almost always need BFPs; many residential properties with irrigation do too.
A certified tester uses specialized gauges to verify that check valves and relief valves function correctly at required pressure differentials. Testing takes 15-30 minutes per device. If a device fails, we can often repair it on the spot and retest immediately.
Yes! Our technicians hold current Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) backflow prevention assembly tester certifications. We maintain required documentation, submit reports to your water utility, and ensure full compliance with state and local requirements.
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TCEQ-certified testing and compliance services for Tyler TX businesses.