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Akron, OH · 44301 Local testers · Utility reports filed

Double Check Valve Testing in Akron, OH Near Me

Double check valve assembly testing in Akron, OH for low-hazard and fire line connections. Call (833) 990-5874 to schedule.

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Double Check Valve Testing in Akron, OH
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Double Check Valve Testing in Akron, OH

A double check valve assembly, or DCVA, has two independent spring-loaded checks between two resilient-seated shutoffs and four test cocks. It is approved for low-hazard connections, so you see it on many fire lines, apartment services and some irrigation systems.

The tester bleeds and reads each check separately. Each one has to hold a differential of at least 1.0 psid. If a check reads lower, the cause is usually a worn rubber disc, a weak spring or debris across the seat.

Unlike an RPZ, a DCVA can be installed in a pit or vault in many jurisdictions, which brings its own problems. Flooded vaults make test cocks hard to reach and corrode the bolts. Testers often pump the vault before they can start.

Grizzly Backflow & Plumbing connects you with local testers in Akron, OH for double check valve testing, report filing with your purveyor and repair if a check fails. Good backflow prevention depends on both checks holding, not one. Call (833) 990-5874.

How it works

Four steps to backflow testing in Akron, OH

  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 Akron, OH

Backflow testing for the neighborhoods and ZIP codes around Akron, OH.

Neighborhoods we cover for backflow testing

  • Highland Square
  • Goodyear Heights
  • Kenmore
  • Ellet
  • Firestone Park
  • North Hill
  • West Hill
  • Middlebury

ZIP codes we serve

44301 44302 44303 44304 44305 44306 44307 44308 44310 44311 44312 44313 44314 44319 44320 44321 44325 44333

Backflow testing FAQs

Questions about backflow testing

Questions we hear most often about Double Check Valve Testing in Akron, OH.

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How often does a backflow preventer need testing in Akron, OH?
Most water utilities require a test once a year. Many also require one at installation, after any repair and after the device is moved. Your utility's notice letter gives the exact due date.
What happens if I miss the backflow test deadline?
Utilities usually send a second notice, and after that some add a fee or schedule a service shutoff. Calling (833) 990-5874 before the deadline is the simplest way to avoid it.
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.
What is a cross-connection?
Any point where drinking water piping can come into contact with a non-potable source. Common examples are a hose in a bucket, a boiler fill line and an irrigation system.
How much does backflow testing cost in Akron, OH?
Pricing depends on device type, size and the local market. Call (833) 990-5874 for current pricing on backflow testing in Akron, OH.

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