Well, it could be Mexican food! Sorry, we are referring to backflow in your
plumbing. Actually, there are two main
causes for backflow. They are 1.) back
pressure and 2.) back siphonage. Back
pressure is when water is forced to flow in the opposite direction. Back siphonage is when the pressure in the
water supply becomes smaller than the pressure in the plumbing system itself.
An air gap may be used to fix the problem. A very simple method of prevention is to
create an air gap below the water outlet and right above the top potential
water level in the appliance. This method is commonly used with sinks. The air
gap ensures that contaminated water can’t be drawn back into the water supply.
A plumber who has fixed backflow problems hundreds of times
is the right answer to your backflow dilemma.
When backflow becomes the bane of your existence in the Chattanooga area
call All Home Plumbing at (423) 598-1466.
They will fix the problem quickly and completely…guaranteed!
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