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BACKWATER VALVE SERVICES
Here at Cardinal Home Services, our plumbing team is proud to serve the members of our community by taking care of their homes and cottages. When you turn to us for backwater valve services in Peterborough, you can trust that we will get the job done right the first time around. Equipped with state-of-the-art tools and technology, we always provide exceptional repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation services.
Call or contact us online to schedule a backwater valve service.
Heavy rains and rapid snowmelt can cause sewage backflow into homes through sinks, toilets, and other fixtures. Backwater valves prevent this by stopping reverse sewage flow. Additional situations that can cause sewage water to run back into your home include:
Tree roots growing into sewer lines can cause significant blockages and damage, leading to sewage backups into homes.
Heavy clogs in sewer lines can obstruct the flow, resulting in sewage backflow into household plumbing systems.
A backup in the city’s sewer system can push sewage back into individual home lines, causing potential health hazards.
Breaks or deterioration in sewer lines can lead to sewage leaks and backflow into residential properties
BACKWATER VALVE SERVICES
Backwater valves are devices that are installed in sewer lines to prevent sewage backflow. These valves only let sewage and water flow in one direction, effectively preventing them from flowing backward into your house in the event that the sewer system becomes overfilled. When sewage flows towards the backwater valve, it automatically shuts and seals off your line.
A backflow valve is a must if you live in an area with a high risk of water backup. Many insurance companies will adjust their rates based on whether or not you have a valve installed in your sewer system. You might even be asked to install a backwater valve before changing or renewing your policy. Therefore, installing one before you run into any issues with your insurance company is best.
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE
When a backwater valve closes during sewage backflow, avoiding using water in the home is crucial, as it can lead to basement flooding. Installing a backwater valve requires professional intervention. A licensed, qualified plumber will need to cut a hole in your home’s foundation to reach the sewer line, remove a section of the sewer line, and install the backwater valve. Your valve must also be professionally maintained to ensure it works properly.
Cardinal Home Services provides annual maintenance for these valves as part of their Cardinal Care Club program, ensuring optimal functionality and preventing potential water damage.
