BACKFLOW TESTING & INSPECTION
Backflow Testing & Inspection: Safeguarding Texas Water Systems & Fire Protection Compliance
Ensure Safe, Code-Compliant Back flow prevention with DFS Fire Systems
The Role of Backflow Testing in Fire Protection
How It Protects Your Property & Community
1. Prevents Contamination:
Stagnant fire system water (with rust, chemicals, or bacteria) is blocked from reversing into drinking lines.
2. Ensures Sprinkler Reliability
Malfunctioning backflow devices can impair fire suppression supplies during emergencies.
3. Avoids Legal Penalties
Non-compliance with Texas annual testing rules risks fines or operational shutdowns.
Why DFS Fire Systems Prioritizes Backflow Prevention
Critical Protection for Water & Fire Safety
While DFS Fire Systems does not perform backflow testing, we emphasize its importance for:
While DFS Fire Systems does not perform backflow testing, we emphasize its importance for:
- Public Health: Prevents contaminated water from entering clean supplies.
- Fire System Integrity: Ensures sprinklers and alarms function without cross-contamination risks.
- Regulatory Compliance: Meets Texas and NFPA mandates for annual inspections.
Partner with trusted local technicians for testing—we’ll help you understand requirements and maintain system readiness.
How often is backflow testing required in Texas?
Annual inspections are mandatory for backflow devices, DFS will ensure full compliance and proper reporting to city and state portals.
Who should perform backflow testing?
ONLY companies with proper registrations and personnel with proper licensure may test devices in the state of Texas. DFS stays current and up to date with YOUR city’s requirements to ensure full compliance.
What happens if a backflow preventer fails inspection?
DFS will provide a comprehensive report of findings as well a detailed repair quote to include all required work to get you back up and running.
Backflow Testing FAQs for Texas Property Owners
Backflow Testing FAQs for Texas Property Owners
How often is backflow testing required in Texas?
Annual inspections are mandatory for backflow devices, DFS will ensure full compliance and proper reporting to city and state portals.
Who should perform backflow testing?
ONLY companies with proper registrations and personnel with proper licensure may test devices in the state of Texas. DFS stays current and up to date with YOUR city’s requirements to ensure full compliance.
What happens if a backflow preventer fails inspection?
DFS will provide a comprehensive report of findings as well a detailed repair quote to include all required work to get you back up and running.
