Backflow Prevention#
All sprinkler systems must be equipped with an approved backflow preventer.
A properly installed and approved backflow preventer keeps water that may be contaminated with pesticides and fertilizers from re-entering your home through your sprinkler system.
- All sprinkler systems must be equipped with an approved backflow preventer.
- Have a certified tester (XLS 30KB) check your backflow preventer at least every three years to ensure compliance with City of Fort Collins regulations.
- Not all backflow preventers sold locally are approved for use in Fort Collins. Ask your supplier for information.
- Install a shut-off valve with a drain just above ground level to drain the pipes and protect your backflow preventer from freezing.
Learn more about sprinkler system requirements.
Did You Know?
When warm enough, you can save ~50 cents/load by hanging your laundry on a clothesline. Clotheslines are allowed everywhere in Fort Collins.
Epic Homes offers $60 home energy assessments that can find ways to reduce utility costs and increase comfort.
Wearing an extra layer of clothing during the winter and lowering the thermostat a few degrees can help save money and energy.