Backflow — The Sneaky Menace to Your Company
Most managers don't worry about backflow — until disaster strikes. It's intangible, it strikes suddenly, and it creates enormous health risks, regulatory compliance problems, and large-scale business disruption. In a bustling city like Chicago, where plumbing infrastructure operates at high utilization rates, the requirement for backflow protection in commercial structures isn't merely advisable — it's required.
At BeeZee Plumbing, we install, inspect, and service certified backflow preventer systems to keep your business safe from being unsafe, non-compliant, and shut down.
Backflow occurs when contaminated water flows in the opposite direction — from wastewater or non-potable sources into your clean water supply. This most often happens due to a sudden decrease in water pressure (i.e., from a water main break, fire hydrant operation, or system failure) or plumbing obstructions.
If backflow happens, the results are disastrous:
Installing a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer (RPZ) or other device is not only a best practice — it's typically required by city plumbing codes. Backflow prevention is the first line of defense against water contamination in most commercial properties.
Commercial structures tend to have higher backflow risks from complex plumbing systems, high water usage, and multiple water connections. That is why prevention devices are required.
At BeeZee Plumbing, we install and offer:
Who needs a backflow preventer?
We help property owners choose the right system depending on water use, risk, and code requirements.
Have questions or need assistance? The team at BeeZee Plumbing is here to help! Whether it’s a service inquiry, an urgent repair, or general advice, we’re just a call or email away.
Yearly backflow inspection is required in the majority of commercial areas. If you operate a business in Chicago or a suburb nearby, the odds are high that you need to test your device every year — and submit proof to city officials.
We make that easy by offering:
Signs that your backflow device requires maintenance:
Our experienced technicians keep your system certified, functioning, and on record — so you never receive a fine or disruption.
| Feature | RPZ Backflow Preventer | Backwater Valve |
|---|---|---|
| 💧 Purpose | Prevents backflow from contaminating water supply | Blocks sewage from backing into building |
| 🛡️ Protection Level | High (required for health-sensitive areas) | Medium (for flood prevention) |
| 📜 Required By Code | Yes (in most commercial applications) | Often recommended but not always required |
| 🔧 Uses | Potable water, fire systems, irrigation | Floor drains, basements, sewer lines |
BeeZee Plumbing installs both systems and can help determine what your property needs according to city codes and your building's infrastructure.
Whether you’re installing a new system, replacing outdated equipment, or preparing for your annual inspection, BeeZee Plumbing is your go-to partner for backflow prevention in the Chicago area.
We provide:
From restaurants to hospitals, we keep commercial facilities up and running, safely and compliant. Leave the stress — to us, not you.
Call BeeZee Plumbing today at (847) 800-6688 for trusted backflow service in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.
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