Installation Of Devices

The Town & Country Service Company will require system users to install and maintain backflow prevention devices on any potentially hazardous service connections as stated in LAC Title 51:XII & Title 17:1. All service connections within the water system must comply with LAC Title 51:XII & Title 17:1. If your residence currently has a backflow prevention devices installed, please provide our office with a copy of the latest inspection that was performed.

Who Can Install A Backflow Prevention Device?

Backflow preventers shall be installed, repaired and/or maintained by a State Plumbing Board of LA licensed plumber who also holds an SPBLA water supply protection specialist endorsement on his/her plumbing license. Backflow preventer associated with a landscape irrigation system may be installed, repaired and/or maintained by a Horticulture Commission of Louisiana licensed landscape irrigation contractor who holds an SPBLA issued special water supply protection specialist endorsement. Once the backflow preventers are in place, they must be tested by a State Certified Tester.

Why Does A Backflow Prevention Device Have To Be Tested Annually?

Mechanical backflow preventers have internal seals, springs, and moving parts that are subject to fouling, wear, or fatigue. Also, mechanical backflow preventers and air gaps can by bypassed. Therefore, all mechanical back flow preventers must be test yearly by a State Certified Tester. A list of stat approved testers can be found at: https://ldh.la.gov/assets/oph/Center-EH/engineering/CCC/LA_Approved_General_Testers.pdf

Is There A General Compliance Schedule?

Yes. You must provide proof to Town & County Service Company that your backflow prevention assembly has been installed and certified by a technician from the list of State approved testers within 45 days of the date of this letter. In accordance with the State guidelines, your water service could be discontinued if the proper backflow prevention assembly is not installed or not tested annually.

For any questions, please email tcwaterservice@gmail.com