Backflow Prevention
Backflow Prevention | Commercial Plumbing | Plumbing | Crossville
Crossville businesses can’t afford a backflow mishap that shuts the doors or risks a health‐code violation. That’s why HEP brings decades of licensed expertise and state-of-the-art testing equipment to every valve, reduced-pressure zone assembly, and double-check device we install or repair. From restaurants downtown to medical facilities on the plateau, our technicians isolate cross-connections, verify pressure integrity, and file all compliance paperwork on your behalf—so you stay focused on running your operation, not chasing permits.
Whether you need annual certification, an urgent repair after hours, or a full system redesign, HEP delivers the responsive craftsmanship you expect from true commercial plumbing professionals. One call secures quick scheduling, upfront pricing, and a rock-solid guarantee that your potable water stays pristine and your fire-sprinkler or irrigation lines meet Tennessee regulations. Protect your investment, protect your patrons—book your backflow service with HEP today.
FAQs
What is backflow and why is prevention important for commercial properties in Crossville?
Backflow is the unwanted reversal of water flow that can draw contaminants from industrial equipment, irrigation systems, or storage tanks back into the public drinking-water supply. Crossville, like the rest of Tennessee, follows the state’s Cross-Connection Control regulations, which mandate backflow prevention on most commercial water services. Installing and maintaining a certified backflow prevention assembly protects your customers, employees, and the community from potential health hazards and helps your business avoid fines or water-service interruptions.
Which businesses in Crossville are required to have a backflow prevention assembly?
Any facility that presents a moderate or high hazard to the public water system must install an approved backflow device. This includes—but is not limited to—restaurants, medical and dental offices, car washes, manufacturing plants, apartment complexes, laundromats, schools, and properties with fire-sprinkler or irrigation systems. If you are unsure of your classification, the Crossville Water Resources Department or our licensed plumbers can review your service line and tell you exactly what the city requires.
How often does Tennessee and the City of Crossville require backflow devices to be tested?
The Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC) and the City of Crossville require that all testable backflow prevention assemblies on commercial services be inspected and certified annually by a licensed tester. A passing test report must be submitted to the city each year. If a device fails, it must be repaired or replaced and retested immediately. Skipping the yearly test can result in late fees, termination of water service, or revocation of occupancy permits.
What types of backflow prevention devices are commonly used in commercial applications?
The most frequently installed devices in Crossville commercial properties are:\n• Reduced-Pressure Principle Assemblies (RPZs) – used where a high degree of hazard exists, such as chemical processing or food-service operations.\n• Double-Check Valve Assemblies (DCVAs) – suitable for moderate-hazard systems like apartment complexes or standard fire-sprinkler lines.\n• Pressure Vacuum Breakers (PVBs) and Spill-Resistant Vacuum Breakers (SVBs) – typically found on lawn-irrigation or cooling-tower feeds.\nOur technicians will assess your plumbing system, water pressure, and hazard level to recommend the correct device.
Who is qualified to install and test backflow prevention assemblies in Crossville?
Only state-licensed plumbers with a TDEC-approved Backflow Prevention Device Worker certification are authorized to install, test, or repair assemblies in Tennessee. Our commercial plumbing team carries this certification, maintains specialized test equipment that is calibrated annually, and files the test reports directly with the Crossville Water Resources Department on your behalf.
What is the process and cost for scheduling a commercial backflow test with your plumbing company?
1. Call our Crossville office or request service online; we’ll gather your address, device size, and preferred appointment window.\n2. A certified tester arrives, shuts down water briefly (usually under 10 minutes), performs the test, and restores service.\n3. If the device passes, we provide you with a copy of the test form and electronically file it with the city the same day. If repairs are needed, we give a written estimate before proceeding.\n4. Standard annual test pricing starts at $95 for a ¾″–2″ assembly, with volume discounts for multiple devices on the same property. Emergency or after-hours service is also available for an additional fee.