BUSINESS SUMMARY
Having the correctly installed backflow prevention device at your Brisbane commercial or multi-residential property is not only necessary to protect the community’s clean water supply but, depending on the nature of your operations, it may also be required by law. Regardless of where you’re located in Queensland, your local council will have a program that requires you to register your backflow prevention device and provide proof of regular testing and maintenance to ensure it is performing optimally. There are actually six separate pieces of legislation that mandate the correct installation and testing of backflow devices in Brisbane and failure to comply can result in your property being disconnected from the mains water supply as well as heavy penalties.
Backflow prevention devices are installed to prevent the reverse flow of potentially contaminated water and other materials into Brisbane’s potable (clean drinking) water supply. When installing, testing and maintaining a backflow prevention device at your Brisbane property or business, there are many considerations that must be taken into account. With over 14 years’ experience installing and testing all the major brands of backflow prevention devices at properties across Brisbane, The Backflow Testing Specialists can ensure you remain compliant and that your operations are properly protected.
Main Services
Backflow Device Installation
With over a decade of experience working across Brisbane’s multi-residential, commercial and industrial properties, The Backflow Testing Specialists can assess your property and ensure the most appropriate backflow prevention device for your needs is correctly installed. We carefully assess your hazard, pressure and temperature ratings before recommending the most appropriate backflow prevention device for your specific property and operations.
Correct placement and installation of a backflow prevention device at your Brisbane property is also crucial to ensure it can be easily tested and maintained over time. Under Queensland law, it is essential that backflow prevention devices be installed by a fully licensed and backflow certified Plumber. The Backflow Testing Specialists have considerable expertise spanning all manner of reduced pressure zone devices and rely only on high quality brands including Febco, Flomatic, Apollo, Valvcheq, Zurn and Caleffi. We pride ourselves on offering the highest service standards and install backflow prevention devices right throughout the Brisbane metro area.
Backflow Testing
Regularly testing your backflow prevention device is necessary to comply with a variety of Brisbane local council and Queensland state laws. General wear and tear, as well as exposure to impurities in the water supply, can result in the deterioration of valves and seals which can ultimately impact the effectiveness of the backflow prevention device overall. Failure to provide proof of regular testing of your backflow prevention device to your local Brisbane council can result in being disconnected from the mains water supply which, for most commercial or industrial organisations, pretty much means a total shut down of your operations.
In Queensland, backflow prevention devices must be tested at least once a year with no longer than twelve months elapsing between tests. Testing must also be carried out by a fully licensed and backflow certified Plumber. With over 14 years’ installing, inspecting and testing all manner of backflow prevention valves and devices across Brisbane, The Backflow Testing Specialists can efficiently and cost effectively test your device and make any necessary repairs to ensure it is performing optimally.
Backflow Inspection
Regular inspection of your backflow prevention device is crucial to ensure all its components are in good working order and performing correctly. It is a legislative requirement for all Brisbane properties that have backflow prevention devices installed to arrange for an annual inspection of the device by a licensed Plumber. Servicing commercial, industrial and multi-residential properties right throughout Brisbane and surrounds, The Backflow Testing Specialists will carefully inspect and test all aspects of your device to check for any signs of deterioration.
Inspection of your backflow prevention device by a backflow certified Plumber will pick up any early signs of deteriorating seals or valves and ensure these components can be replaced before they result in more costly and potentially dangerous backflow issues. Having worked with all the most commonly used brands of backflow prevention devices, as well as Brisbane organisations spanning all three hazard ratings, The Backflow Testing Specialists have the expertise and experience to ensure testing of your device is carried out professionally, efficiently and cost effectively.
Backflow Device Repairs
Backflow prevention devices can contain as many as 40 individual parts so it’s essential, if your device requires any repairs, these are carried out by a fully licensed Plumber with backflow device experience and accreditation. The Backflow Testing Specialists have been carrying out backflow device installations, testing and repairs across Brisbane for over 14 years and have in depth expertise spanning all the major brands. We take the time to carefully assess your entire device and look for any signs of deterioration of valves, seals and jumpers as well as checking that all parts have the correct tolerance tension. Repairs are made using specialist equipment with meticulous attention to detail to ensure that the delicate components of the backflow prevention device are not damaged during the repair process. Once all necessary repairs have been made, the device is carefully reassembled and installed before thorough testing is conducted to ensure it is performing correctly. For expert backflow prevention device repairs or valve testing right throughout Brisbane, contact The Backflow Testing Specialists.
about Us
The Backflow Testing Specialists is owned and operated by Anthony Cavalliotis. Anthony is a fully licensed Plumber with over 14 years’ experience spanning blocked drains, water pressure issues, gas plumbing and backflow device plumbing. As our name suggests, we have a particular interest in backflow testing and device installation to help safeguard the integrity of Brisbane’s clean water supply and also to help Brisbane organisations ensure they remain compliant with the relevant legislation governing the operation of their backflow prevention devices.
The Backflow Testing Specialists work with commercial, industrial and agricultural organisations right throughout Brisbane as well as multi-residential property owners and strata managers to help ensure their backflow prevention devices are performing optimally. Our reliance on high quality brands, the latest backflow testing equipment and a service-based culture are just some of the reasons we’ve been able to build long standing relationships with many of our clients. Servicing Brisbane and surrounds, we pride ourselves on our absolute professionalism and willingness to go the extra mile to help our clients safeguard their operations and meet their legislative obligations.
Whether your Brisbane organisation requires backflow risk assessment, device installation, testing or repairs, The Backflow Testing Specialists can help. With in-depth product knowledge spanning all the major backflow prevention device brands, as well as considerable experience servicing a diverse range of industries across Brisbane, we provide highly professional, reliable and cost-effective services. We take the time to understand each client’s operations, hazard rating and property type to ensure their backflow prevention devices perform optimally and deliver maximum risk protection for their business.
Contact us for professional backflow prevention device installation, inspection, testing and repair services across Brisbane.
Our Services
Backflow Device Installation
In Brisbane, any organisation that falls within one of the hazard categories stipulated by law must install and regularly test the appropriate backflow prevention device. The risk categories are defined as low, medium and high and which category your organisation falls within will impact the type of backflow prevention device you must install. Any property owner who is connected to Brisbane’s water supply and whose operations produce any type of contaminated water is at risk of experiencing backflow issues and should take the appropriate steps to ensure their business, as well as Brisbane’s potable water supply, are adequately protected. Failure to ensure you have the correct type of regularly maintained backflow prevention device at your Brisbane property can result in heavy penalties as well as disconnection from the mains water supply and complete shutdown of your operations.
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Backflow Testing
New laws require every Brisbane property owner with an installed backflow prevention device to register the device with their local council and provide written proof that it has been tested at least every twelve months. Once you’ve registered your device, you’ll receive regular reminder notices from your local Brisbane council advising when it’s time to check that your backflow prevention device is performing as it should. With a single call to The Backflow Testing Specialists, we can schedule in your appointment and efficiently test your backflow prevention device to ensure your business remains fully protected and compliant.
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Backflow Inspection
With a wide variety of backflow prevention devices in use across Brisbane properties, when arranging for inspection of your device, it’s crucial to ensure you are dealing with an accredited backflow testing Plumber. Each device can contain up to 40 separate working parts and careful handling of these parts is critical to ensuring no damage is caused during the inspection process. An experienced backflow inspection professional will carefully assess the condition of your backflow prevention device’s valves, rubber seals and other working parts; checking for any signs of degradation that are likely to affect performance of the device.
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Backflow Device Repairs
The type of backflow prevention device installed at a property will depend on a number of factors including the organisation’s hazard rating and the nature of its operations. Variations of backflow prevention devices used across Brisbane and Queensland include atmospheric vacuum breakers, chemigation valves, double check valve assemblies and reduced pressure zone assemblies. When arranging for your Brisbane property’s backflow prevention device to be inspected, tested or repaired, it’s important to ensure you engage an accredited backflow specialist who has experience relevant to your specific device. Your backflow prevention device consists of a complex assembly of valves, relief vents, vacuum breakers, springs, test cocks, fasteners and metal housing and incorrect handling of any of these parts can result in damage to the device.
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testimonials
I have used Anthony’s services on all of my properties. He is always friendly, offers same day service, and does a very professional and quality job for fair prices. I would highly recommend Anthony.
- Traci
Excellent service prompt efficient professional and reliable. Very happy with Anthony Caviotis would be happy to recommend him.
- Virginia
Had been using them for years now. Excellent Service, reliable, and quick response. highly recommended