Will my water service be interrupted for backflow prevention assembly testing?
Yes, standard testing procedures require that the water service be turned off for testing. Depending on the type of assembly, the time needed is from 10 to 30 minutes. Additional time may be needed if repairs are required.

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1. What is a cross connection?
2. Why do such cross connections exist?
3. What is a Cross Connection Control Program?
4. What is backflow?
5. What is a backflow preventer?
6. Why would backflow need to be prevented?
7. How will a backflow preventer affect my plumbing system?
8. Why do backflow assemblies need to be tested periodically?
9. Will my water service be interrupted for backflow prevention assembly testing?
10. How much will it cost to have my backflow prevention assembly installed and tested?