SLIM'S

 

Georgia Backflow Preventer Tester

 

James SLIM Owens

Georgia Master Plumber

Georgia Certified Cross Connection Inspector

Phone: 706-673-2545 Toll Free: 877-608-0065

slims@alltel.net
 
 

Backflow Prevention
 

In order to comply with Georgia state law regarding safe drinking water, Dalton Utilities has implemented a Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control Program. 

Backflow prevention is designed to protect our water supply from potential contamination due to backpressure or backsiphonage into the distribution system.

State law requires that the program include all industrial and commercial customers of Dalton Utilities. 

 

Those customers affected are responsible for ensuring that backflow prevention devices are installed on their side of the water meter. 

In accordance with state law, backflow prevention devices must be installed by a plumbing contractor currently licensed as a Master Plumber in the State of Georgia.

James SLIM Owens, Georgia Master Plumber and Georgia Certified Cross Connection Inspector, can help you determine what your backflow prevention needs and requirements are.
 
 

Backflow Prevention FAQs
 

What is backflow?

Backflow occurs when the flow in a water system is reversed from the normal or proper direction. This can allow contaminants and pollutants to enter our water distribution system, either from backpressure or backsiphonage.

 

Who is affected?

All commercial and industrial customers in the Dalton area that have water service with Dalton Utilities.

 

Where is a backflow preventer installed?

Dalton Utilities requires that backflow preventers be installed on the customer's side of all water meters before the first point of use.

 

How do I find out if I have a backflow preventer and who can install one if I need it?

Your local Georgia Master Plumber, James SLIM Owens can assess your plumbing needs, determine whether you already have a backflow preventer, and assist you with any backflow prevention installation you may require.

 

What kind of backflow preventer is needed for my type of business?

There are two categories: high hazard and low hazard.  Each category requires a different type of device.  Types of businesses in each category are outlined below:

 

    High Hazard

    Low Hazard

  • Medical facilities

  • Car washes

  • Plating facilities

  • Coating operations

  • Industries utilizing hazardous chemicals

  • Battery and automobile parts manufacturing: cleaning, processing or fabrication

  • Oil and gas production: storage or transmission properties

  • Carpet and textile manufacturing

  • Paper or paper product plants

  • Veterinary facilities

  • Laundries

  • Dry cleaning

  • Dyeing operations

  • Food Service

  • Restaurants

  • Hotels

  • Dairies

  • Bottling Plants

  • Manufacturing (if not under high hazard)

  • Service stations and garages

  • Single and multi-storied commercial offices and retail outlet stores

  • Apartments and mobile home parks (when service connection serves more than 15 units)

  • Food processing

  • Printing shops

  • Motels

  • Cold storage

  • Schools and churches 

 

What do I need to do after my backflow preventer has been installed?  Once it is installed, your backflow preventer must be tested by a licensed tester to make sure that it is working properly, and a copy of the test should be sent to Dalton Utilities.
 

 

 

Georgia water protection and your local utilities are all united to protect our water systems. Backflow preventers are a positive move in the protection of clean water in our environment. Thanks for allowing me to help protect your water. 

 

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James SLIM Owens

Georgia Master Plumber

Georgia Certified Cross Connection Inspector

2604 Old Chattanooga Rd. Rocky Face GA 30740

Phone: 706-673-2545 Toll Free: 877-608-0065

slims@alltel.net