Backflow Preventer Installation in Toronto

Certified installation of RPZ and DCVA backflow preventers for commercial, industrial, and multi-residential properties in Toronto. Our licensed plumbers handle surveying, sizing, installation, permits, and first-year certification so your building meets Toronto Water’s Cross Connection Control requirements.

Licensed & Insured Drain Repairs

Backflow Valve Inspection and Testing

Residential and Commercial

Obligation free consultation

Adherence to Toronto's Water Supply By-law

Why Your Toronto Property Needs a Backflow Preventer

Toronto Water requires many buildings to install approved backflow devices under the Water Supply By-law (Chapter 851). These devices stop contaminated or non-potable water from flowing backward into the municipal drinking water system.
You may need a new installation if:
  • You’re opening or renovating a commercial unit

  • Your building is classified as a moderate- or severe-hazard property

  • You received a notice from Toronto Water

  • You added new equipment (irrigation, boilers, chemical feed systems, fire protection, etc.)

  • Your previous device failed beyond repair

We assess your building, determine your hazard classification, recommend the correct device, and install it to city standards.

What We Install

We supply and install all approved backflow devices, including:

RP / RPZ (Reduced Pressure Zone) Devices

Required for severe-hazard properties such as:
  • medical/dental facilities

  • labs

  • industrial processes

  • chemical storage or mixing

  • commercial kitchens

DCVA (Double Check Valve Assembly)

Used for moderate hazards:
  • retail units

  • offices

  • apartment buildings

  • fire lines (non-chemical)

  • irrigation systems

All installations follow manufacturer specifications, Toronto Water standards, and OWWA/ASSE testing protocols.

Our Backflow Preventer Installation Process

1. On-Site Cross-Connection Survey

We examine your plumbing layout, water use, and equipment to determine your hazard level and confirm whether an RP or DCVA is required

2. Proper Device Sizing & Selection

We calculate flow rate, fixture count, pressure loss, and building demand to choose the correct valve size and model.

3. Code-Compliant Installation

We install the device above grade with:
  • full-port shut-off valves

  • test cocks positioned for easy access

  • proper clearance for annual testing

  • supports and drainage (RP relief valves must discharge safely)

4. First-Year Certification (Form B)

Right after installation, we:
  • perform the initial differential-pressure test

  • complete the Form B report

  • attach the device test tag

  • submit documentation to Toronto Water

No second appointment needed.

5. Annual Reminders

We log your installation date and send reminders 30 days before your next compliance test is due.

Signs You Need a New Backflow Preventer Installed

Installation or replacement is recommended if you notice:
  • continuous water from relief valve

  • unit cracked from freezing

  • corroded shut-off valves

  • repeated test failures

  • change in building hazard classification

  • major renovations or equipment upgrades

If the device is beyond repair, installing a new unit is the only way to remain compliant.

Why Toronto Chooses MT Drains for Backflow Installation

Certified & Licensed

Licensed plumbers who are OWWA- and ASSE-certified for backflow installation and testing.

Competitive Pricing

No surprises, no upselling — just reliable testing.

Repairs & Rebuilds Available on the Same Visit

If you’re upgrading from a failed device, our trucks carry rebuild kits and new assemblies.

Experience With Commercial & Industrial Sites

We handle restaurants, high-rises, factories, clinics, and institutional buildings across Toronto.

Full Compliance Handling

Sizing, installation, Form B, permits, and municipal communication — handled start to finish.

Backflow Preventer Installation Cost in Toronto

Pricing depends on device type, size, access, and code requirements.
Typical ranges:
  • DCVA installation: $950–$1,800

  • RP / RPZ installation: $1,400–$3,200

  • Replacement of existing unit: slightly lower depending on piping changes

All installations include the first-year test and Form B submission.
Request a quote for an exact estimate.
We always follow Toronto’s Backflow Prevention Program rules to make sure your water stays clean and safe. We’re your trusted plumber, keeping things flowing smoothly!

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Who We Install Backflow Preventers For

  • Commercial plazas & restaurants

  • Industrial and manufacturing sites

  • Dental & medical offices

  • Condo and apartment buildings

  • Schools & institutional facilities

  • Irrigation systems

  • Car washes, auto shops, laundromats

  • Any property with moderate or severe hazard classification

If Toronto Water requires a device — we install it.

Request a Backflow Preventer Installation Quote

Need an RP or DCVA installed in Toronto?
We size, install, test, and certify the device so you remain fully compliant.
Contact us at (905) 761-5551 or online to schedule service or request a free estimate.

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