Water Regulations Compliance Specialists
Captain Backflow helps commercial premises across the UK meet their water regulations obligations. From backflow prevention to RPZ valve installation and annual testing, we make sure your water system is compliant with the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations and your water supplier's requirements.
Understanding water regulations
The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 set the standards for plumbing systems, water fittings and backflow prevention in England and Wales. Similar regulations apply in Scotland. They exist to protect the public water supply from contamination and waste.
Commercial premises must ensure their water systems meet these regulations, which includes fitting appropriate backflow prevention, notifying the water supplier of certain installations and maintaining devices like RPZ valves through annual testing. Captain Backflow guides you through these obligations and provides the compliant installations and documentation you need.
Our water regulations services
Practical support to help your premises meet its water regulations obligations.
Regulations guidance
Clear advice on what the regulations mean for your premises and your obligations.
Risk assessment
We assess your premises and confirm the fluid category and required protection.
Compliant installation
Supply and fit backflow prevention devices that meet the regulations.
Annual testing
Compliant testing of RPZ valves with documentation for your water supplier.
How we help you comply
A practical process to get your premises compliant and keep it that way.
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We review your premises and identify which water regulations obligations apply.
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We assess the fluid category risk and confirm the required backflow protection.
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We quote for any installation needed to bring your premises into compliance.
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We fit the correct devices and test them before providing compliant documentation.
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We set up annual testing reminders so your compliance is maintained year after year.
Specialist focus
RPZ and water compliance is all we do.
Compliant records
Documentation for your water supplier and insurer.
Digital & manual
Calibrated digital and proven manual testing.
Install & maintain
Supply, fit, test and service RPZ valves.
Why water regulations matter
Non-compliance can put your water supply, your business and the public at risk.
The regulations exist to protect the public water supply from contamination and waste.
Water suppliers can require non-compliant installations to be fixed or disconnected.
Insurers and auditors may require evidence of compliant testing and maintenance.
Correct backflow prevention protects your staff, your customers and the public supply.
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Water Regulations — your questions
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