When should I cover my backflow preventer?

When the weather turns, a backflow cover will keep snow and rain off of your equipment. It can also prevent your backflow preventer from freezing in winter and keep it safe if a tree falls in a windstorm. Thieves can’t get to your backflow preventer either, as long as it is covered.

Should I wrap my backflow preventer?

If your system does NOT have an isolation valve then leave the backflow on and simply wrap it with insulation, towels, blankets or they even make an insulated weatherproof pouch for backflow devices that many of your local vendors may carry.

Do you need to remove backflow preventer?

If there are unions at ground level you can remove the backflow preventer. If there are no unions, you will need to insulate the backflow preventer so it can’t freeze. If you choose not to remove your backflow preventer, please view the video below to protect your backflow preventer from damage.

Do I need to winterize my backflow preventer?

You have now properly winterized your PVB. If you do not plan on watering your landscape during the winter you can leave your backflow winterized until the temperatures start to climb. If you do water during the winter then you will perform this winterization process before each freeze.

Whats a HotBox slang?

Hotboxing, smoking marijuana or hashish in a small enclosed area, causing it to fill with smoke in order to maximize the effect. The Hot Box, a fictional nightclub from the musical Guys and Dolls.

What is a HotBox water?

The HotBox is a water heater used while camping or being outdoors. The device uses the heat generated by the SUV engine to heat the camping water for shower and general use. The device uses an IOS/Android apps to control.

How do I freeze proof sprinkler system?

The main shut off valve for your irrigation system needs to be protected against freezing. Make sure it is wrapped with insulation (foam insulation tape and a plastic bag) to protect it from harsh winter temperatures and prevent it from freezing.