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PVB Testing in Colorado Springs, CO Near Me

PVB (pressure vacuum breaker) testing in Colorado Springs, CO for lawn sprinklers and irrigation lines. Call (833) 990-5874.

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PVB Testing in Colorado Springs, CO

The pressure vacuum breaker, or PVB, is the brass device sticking out of the ground near your sprinkler system with a bonnet on top and two small test cocks. It is the most common backflow preventer on residential irrigation.

A PVB test checks two things. The air inlet has to open when pressure in the body drops to about 1.0 psi. The check valve has to hold at least 1.0 psid in the direction of flow.

The usual failures are a cracked bonnet from a freeze, a stuck poppet, or a check that leaks because the rubber has gone hard after years in the sun. Water spitting out from under the canopy when the system starts is a sign the poppet is not seating.

A PVB must sit at least 12 inches above the highest sprinkler head it serves. If yours is lower, it may not pass inspection even with good readings.

Grizzly Backflow & Plumbing connects Colorado Springs, CO homeowners with testers for PVB testing and backflow prevention repairs. Call (833) 990-5874.

How it works

Four steps to backflow testing in Colorado Springs, CO

  1. 01

    Grab your notice

    Have the utility letter handy. It lists the device, serial number and due date.

  2. 02

    Talk it through

    Call (833) 990-5874. We go over the device type and the price before anything is booked.

  3. 03

    Test day

    A certified tester reads each check and the relief valve on a calibrated gauge.

  4. 04

    Report filed

    The report goes to your water utility, and you keep a copy for your records.

Coverage

Backflow Testing Services Across Colorado Springs, CO

Backflow testing for the neighborhoods and ZIP codes around Colorado Springs, CO.

Neighborhoods we cover for backflow testing

  • Old Colorado City
  • Broadmoor
  • Manitou Springs
  • Briargate
  • Rockrimmon

ZIP codes we serve

80902 80903 80904 80905 80906 80907 80908 80909 80910 80911 80913 80914 80915 80916 80917 80918 80919 80920 80921 80922 80923 80924 80925 80926 80927 80928 80929 80930 80938 80939 80951

Backflow testing FAQs

Questions about backflow testing

Questions we hear most often about PVB Testing in Colorado Springs, CO.

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What is the difference between an RPZ and a double check valve?
Both have two independent check valves. An RPZ adds a relief valve between the checks that discharges water to atmosphere if the checks leak, which is why it is required on high-hazard connections.
How long does a backflow test take?
A residential PVB or double check test usually takes 20 to 30 minutes. Large commercial and fire line assemblies take longer.
How much does backflow testing cost in Colorado Springs, CO?
Pricing depends on device type, size and the local market. Call (833) 990-5874 for current pricing on backflow testing in Colorado Springs, CO.
Is fire sprinkler backflow testing different?
Yes. Along with the standard check valve test, NFPA 25 calls for an annual forward flow test on fire line backflow assemblies. Results often go to both the water utility and the fire authority.
Can a backflow preventer be repaired instead of replaced?
Often it can. Rebuild kits with new discs, springs and seals are sold for most brands. Replacement makes more sense when the body is cracked or parts are no longer made.

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