Moorestown NJ Backflow enclosure

This past Tuesday, we installed a heated faux rock enclosure to a Wilkins Zurn 720 backflow preventer to help it blend into a Moorestown, NJ, client’s backyard hot tub. Here is why a backflow preventer enclosure might be right for you:

Installing a heated backflow preventer enclosure on an outside Pressure Vacuum Breaker (PVB) can provide several benefits:

  1. Protection against freezing temperatures: In areas where temperatures can drop below freezing, a heated cover can help protect the backflow preventer from damage due to freezing. The backflow enclosure contains heating elements that keep the water inside the device from freezing and causing damage to the internal components.
  2. Extended lifespan of the device: A heated cover can help extend the device’s lifespan by protecting the backflow preventer from freezing temperatures. Without a shelter, a backflow preventer may be more likely to experience damage from freezing, which could lead to costly repairs or replacement.
  3. Energy savings: In addition to protecting the device from freezing, a heated cover can also help save energy by reducing the need for electricity to heat the water inside the device. The enclosure uses only the amount of energy needed to maintain a safe temperature, which can help reduce overall energy consumption.
  4. Compliance with regulations: Some local codes may require backflow preventers to be protected from freezing, and a heated cover can help ensure compliance with these regulations.
  5. Many enclosures are designed to lock securely in place, which can help prevent unauthorized access to the backflow preventer. This is particularly important for outdoor units, which may be more vulnerable to tampering or vandalism. A secure cover can also help protect the backflow preventer from damage caused by accidental impacts or other types of physical harm. A heated backflow preventer cover can make the unit more secure and tamper-resistant. In addition, some covers are made from durable, weather-resistant materials that can help protect the backflow preventer from the elements, which can also contribute to its overall security and longevity.

Directions From South Jersey Backflow to Moorestown, NJ

  • 612 Downing Ct
    Westampton, NJ 08060
  • Get on I-295 N in Burlington Township from Springside Rancocas Rd, Elbow Ln and Connecticut Dr
  • Head east on Downing Ct toward Canterbury Ct
    Restricted usage road
  • Turn left onto Westhampton Dr.
    Restricted usage road
  • Turn left onto Springside Rd/Springside Rancocas Rd
    Continue to follow Springside Rancocas Rd
  • Turn right onto Elbow Ln
  • Turn left onto Connecticut Dr
  • Turn right onto Mt Holly Rd
  • Use the right lane to merge onto I-295 N via the ramp to Trenton
  • Continue on I-295 N to Trenton
  • Continue on NJ-29 N. Take Market St to S Stockton St
  • Trenton
    New Jersey

Overall, installing a heated backflow preventer cover on an outside PVB can help protect the device from freezing temperatures, extend its lifespan, save energy, and ensure compliance with local regulations.