Omaha Metro Area Backflow Annual Testing and Certification
Annual testing is essential to keep devices operating properly and to maintain compliance with municipal and water authority requirements across the Omaha metro area. Our certified professionals test device performance, identify failures or borderline readings, and provide any repairs needed to bring the system back into compliance the same day whenever possible. We then complete the required documentation for submittal.
Backflow certification service typically includes:
- Visual inspection of the assembly, shutoff valves, and orientation.
- Differential pressure testing with calibrated gauges.
- Recording of results and immediate communication of any failures.
- On-the-spot repairs or recommendations if parts are needed.
- Completion and filing of backflow certification paperwork.
- Service tag placement and digital recordkeeping for easy renewals.
We test and certify devices at single-family homes, multi-unit buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, restaurants, retail, and light industrial sites across Applewood, Armbrust Acres, Baker Place, Bent Creek, and beyond. Ask about bundled testing for properties with multiple assemblies.
Across Eastern Nebraska Backflow Preventer Installation
Proper backflow installation is the foundation of reliable protection. Southside Plumbing sizes and installs the correct assembly for your application, ensuring minimum pressure loss and long-term serviceability. We coordinate with local inspectors, follow manufacturer specifications, and place devices in accessible, code-compliant locations. For irrigation systems, we position PVB or RPZ assemblies above grade and shield them from weather to avoid freeze damage. For commercial and fire systems, we select RPZ or DCVA devices based on hazard level and hydraulic needs.
During installation, we:
- Confirm service size, pressure, and downstream demand to select the right device.
- Add isolation valves, unions, and drains for easy annual testing and maintenance.
- Provide freeze protection and insulation solutions for outdoor assemblies.
- Verify operation under load and tag the device with install details and next test date.
If your project is part of a larger upgrade or build, we can sequence installation to keep your water online as much as possible. Financing is available for larger scope work—give us a call to request info on financing options.
Midwest Backflow Replacement Services
Even the best devices wear out. Mineral buildup, age, or damage can make replacement more cost-effective than repeated repairs. We evaluate condition, parts availability, water pressure, and site constraints to recommend a replacement strategy that minimizes downtime and preserves space for future testing. For many properties across the Heartland, we also address system constraints during replacement—improving clearance, adding unions, or upgrading shutoffs to streamline annual testing.
Consider backflow replacement if you notice:
- Extensive internal corrosion or freeze damage.
- Frequent test failures or readings trending toward failure.
- Obsolete models with limited repair parts availability.
- Device undersized for current fixtures or system demand.
- Leaks from the relief port on RPZ devices or persistent drips at checks.
Our team provides free estimates and straightforward pricing so you can plan confidently, whether you are in Aksarben/Elmwood Park, Bennington, Elkhorn, or Papillion.
Omaha Metro Area Backflow Repair Services
When your device fails a test or shows signs of malfunction, timely backflow prevention repair keeps your water safe and your property compliant. Southside Plumbing stocks common repair kits and components to perform many repairs on the spot. We service most major makes and models of RPZ, DCVA, and PVB devices, including rebuilding internal check valves, replacing relief valve components, and addressing shutoff valve issues.
Our backflow repair process includes:
- Diagnostics and tests to confirm failure points.
- Reassembly, retest, and documentation for certification.
- Recommendations to prevent freeze damage and premature wear.
- Disassembly, cleaning, and inspection of checks, seats, and springs.
- Replacement of worn components using manufacturer-approved kits.
If your device is installed in a vulnerable location—such as an uninsulated exterior wall or a low vault—we can discuss relocation options to improve reliability. We also winterize devices serving irrigation systems to help prevent freeze-related failures.
Experiencing frequent backups or sewer odors in addition to backflow concerns? Southside Plumbing provides Sewer Video Inspection in Omaha, NE with free estimates and same-day service across Douglas County and the Omaha metro area, including Bellevue, Elkhorn, Gretna, Springfield, and Plattsmouth.
