Got one installed in December 2013. Couldn't get more than $25,000 insurance on basement without it. City of Hamilton had a programme and paid every cent $2,178.33. Now $100,000 insurance on basement. Mine is exactly same as the demonstration model. Best training course I have ever had. I have asked my wife to view your demo in the event I am not around/. It is so simple. Thanks so much.
definitely a good video if you have one of these. Mine are 32 years old and I never needed them or inspected them. Now I know what to look for when I try to snake out my drain (first slow flow in 32 years). Watch out for splooge! The talking while chiseling concrete part provided comic relief. Aboot time, too, when you work sewers...
Oh man...I didn't know about backwater valve though this machine is installed in my house. It's been 12 years, no maintenance is done. Now I am worried about it and I have to clean. Thanks for uploading this video.
I heard of this valve for the first time tonight and then found this gem of a clip on how to check it which obviously needs to be done eventually. Thanks for the info.
For all the people out there who love to design devices using Arduino, here's a great opportunity. So what I see here, is that it would be easy to place a water sensor into this box (drill hole in top, insert sensor, seal the hole with silicone) and set it near the top or perhaps even 1/2 way down. Then, have the Arduino use a wireless transmitter so that one can monitor on a receiver Arduino, the condition of backflow system. If the water starts to rise (to the point of the sensor), the a signal can be sent to the receiver and perhaps even a BEEP warning sound can alert to a problem well before the problem gets really bad. I'm going to use a different unit, because this one I just don't trust. I see so many videos and while this box looks great and works great, the way the flap lays on the bottom is just asking for trouble. As we said, "stuff" builds up under the flat and acts like glue, holding the flap down. I'm liking the other style where it's basically a pass through and the flap hangs from top down. Sure, it still needs cleaning, but appears much easier to clean AND is very easy to replace the flap.
Thank you!! Thank you!! Thank you!!! Amzingly awesome video. I wish i had seen it and known this can cause be so helpful. But thank you so very much for this in depth tutorial!!
Wow this is perfect timing. Having the basement renovated and once the floor was removed, found this item in the bathroom. However, I am thinking that it is in need of inspection and cleaning and maybe replacement. all I know is that it doesn't look like anyone has touched it for years. also the location isn't best for future access??? so this maybe an issue for this project..
Thank you for the very informative video! You mentioned concrete flow and I am wondering if you might have some advice: I came across a valve cap that is blocked by the retainer, compressed with some concrete behind it (pushing inward, directly overtop of the cap). Would have any recommendations to safely break up the concrete in order to access this valve assembly? A friend commended to perforate the concrete using masonry bit (would have to be drilling through the retainer and likely also take a chunk out of this compressed side...). Any advice is highly appreciated, thanks!!
We just did a jet cleaning at a house and got stuck… ‘o I must tell you, the council install a non return valve in our line’. We have a sewer nozzle and half inch pipe stuck in the line AND it is 2.5m deep with no access!! We need to do some serious excavation and it is between walls! I just hate moments like this. It maybe a good item, BUT it was seriously installed wrong. My 2c. We in South Africa
Thanks for the advice. Is there a problem if we keep the valve lifted for a few minutes to clean underneath ? Will the waste water keep flowing during this time ?
Interesting! I'm kind of surprised that this would be the system on a new house where you are. I live in Chicago and here we have overhead plumbing that is mandated by building code for houses built starting in the70's. My house was built in 58 and has surprisingly also has overhead to prevent backups. Is that not common in Canada? I wonder why they haven't gone to this method?
Hello! I'm not a plumber and I'm not sure what you mean by "overhead plumbing", do you mean all the drain pipes in a house are vertical like a stack? I'm interested because I've heard sewer backups are/were a common problem in the Chicago area.
@@nunyabiz7021 Overhead plumbing meaning that the lines leading to the sewer are located in the rafters of the basement rather than traveling all the way down to under the concrete floor of the basement. Overhead sits high and only dips down where it exits the wall of the basement and goes to the sewer at the street. When the lines are under the basement floor they are only a few inches higher than the level of the sewer at the street. When water in the sewers reaches it's maximum during times of heavy rain, where storm water is entering the sewer from people's sump pumps, then the water has to go somewhere in that sewer pipe. It looks for the path of least resistance. The only options are to back up in to your sewer pipe in your home usually going to a basement bathroom or utility sink. If your pipes are high up in your home with overhead lines, the lines are slightly higher than the surface level of the street outside meaning that the water in the sewers would have to be coming out the manhole covers in the street first before water starts backing up in to your home because your pipes are even higher than the street level. That water would first find the path of least resistance and the lowest point to back up in to. If your pipes are under the basement floor the sewer level only has to rise a little bit before it is at an equal level as your plumbing and will start backing up in your home.
My neighbour had an inch or so water come into his basement last week. Called me over to check his sump pump. It was running but the float came off. Had the sump pump replaced under warranty that afternoon. That night more hurricane Debbie heavy rain. Three feet of water in the basement and now he discovers that he has a backflow valve. And it is not working. Just wondering. Can sewer rats get up through that pipe.
I've got a question if you could please answer. Should the check valve assembly be installed at an angle where the valve flap rests on the outgoing direction, preventing inflow? I have a check valve flap that was installed for it to be straight up and down. It has failed several times since installation. I replace it once a year and have started cleaning it every time there is rain coming. What else do I need to do to prevent it from failing?
I just installed a sewage back flow valve. The installer cut a piece of wood to cover the hole to get access to the sewage back flow valve for maintenance. I'm afraid the wood will rot in no time. Should I be worried? Is there a plastic lid I can buy so it will be flush with the basement concrete but still get access to the sewage back flow valve?
Hi great video! One question, I have been trying to find a way to clean my dads backflow valve however the cover is about 3-4 feet below grade and Is fastened.with bolts. What Is the easiest way to get the cover open? I believe the valve is an older cast iron one and is not plastic like the one in your video thanks much!
For a new build I sure hope someone took the time with the shop vac to clean that all-out looked pretty halfassed to me just saying nothing against you tankers four the vid
Looking to install one soon, your Video inspired me, thank you Sir,, wish more people were like you.
Got one installed in December 2013. Couldn't get more than $25,000 insurance on basement without it. City of Hamilton had a programme and paid every cent $2,178.33. Now $100,000 insurance on basement. Mine is exactly same as the demonstration model. Best training course I have ever had. I have asked my wife to view your demo in the event I am not around/. It is so simple. Thanks so much.
definitely a good video if you have one of these. Mine are 32 years old and I never needed them or inspected them. Now I know what to look for when I try to snake out my drain (first slow flow in 32 years). Watch out for splooge!
The talking while chiseling concrete part provided comic relief. Aboot time, too, when you work sewers...
Thank you Sir. After watching your video, I was able to fix the problem which is a clogged back flow sewer valve. You saved me $150.
Thanks again
Oh man...I didn't know about backwater valve though this machine is installed in my house. It's been 12 years, no maintenance is done. Now I am worried about it and I have to clean. Thanks for uploading this video.
Nice to see a video produced from a well educated inspector. Thank you.
I heard of this valve for the first time tonight and then found this gem of a clip on how to check it which obviously needs to be done eventually. Thanks for the info.
fantastic Thank you ,now I know what it is and how to clean it also know why my basement flooded. Great Video Thank You
For all the people out there who love to design devices using Arduino, here's a great opportunity.
So what I see here, is that it would be easy to place a water sensor into this box (drill hole in top, insert sensor, seal the hole with silicone) and set it near the top or perhaps even 1/2 way down.
Then, have the Arduino use a wireless transmitter so that one can monitor on a receiver Arduino, the condition of backflow system.
If the water starts to rise (to the point of the sensor), the a signal can be sent to the receiver and perhaps even a BEEP warning sound can alert to a problem well before the problem gets really bad.
I'm going to use a different unit, because this one I just don't trust.
I see so many videos and while this box looks great and works great, the way the flap lays on the bottom is just asking for trouble.
As we said, "stuff" builds up under the flat and acts like glue, holding the flap down.
I'm liking the other style where it's basically a pass through and the flap hangs from top down. Sure, it still needs cleaning, but appears much easier to clean AND is very easy to replace the flap.
I appreciate you sharing this video as I decide if I want to install this as an upgrade in my new build.
Do it you will not regret it
Thank you!! Thank you!! Thank you!!! Amzingly awesome video. I wish i had seen it and known this can cause be so helpful. But thank you so very much for this in depth tutorial!!
Wow this is perfect timing. Having the basement renovated and once the floor was removed, found this item in the bathroom. However, I am thinking that it is in need of inspection and cleaning and maybe replacement. all I know is that it doesn't look like anyone has touched it for years. also the location isn't best for future access??? so this maybe an issue for this project..
Very useful video, thank you
Thanks, very informative.
Can you recommend a few models / Name Brands that have a good reputation for reliability? Thank you….very good video
Very nice that theu covered it with cement. .
Thank you for the very informative video!
You mentioned concrete flow and I am wondering if you might have some advice: I came across a valve cap that is blocked by the retainer, compressed with some concrete behind it (pushing inward, directly overtop of the cap). Would have any recommendations to safely break up the concrete in order to access this valve assembly? A friend commended to perforate the concrete using masonry bit (would have to be drilling through the retainer and likely also take a chunk out of this compressed side...). Any advice is highly appreciated, thanks!!
We just did a jet cleaning at a house and got stuck… ‘o I must tell you, the council install a non return valve in our line’. We have a sewer nozzle and half inch pipe stuck in the line AND it is 2.5m deep with no access!! We need to do some serious excavation and it is between walls! I just hate moments like this. It maybe a good item, BUT it was seriously installed wrong. My 2c. We in South Africa
Thanks for the advice. Is there a problem if we keep the valve lifted for a few minutes to clean underneath ? Will the waste water keep flowing during this time ?
Interesting! I'm kind of surprised that this would be the system on a new house where you are. I live in Chicago and here we have overhead plumbing that is mandated by building code for houses built starting in the70's. My house was built in 58 and has surprisingly also has overhead to prevent backups. Is that not common in Canada? I wonder why they haven't gone to this method?
Hello! I'm not a plumber and I'm not sure what you mean by "overhead plumbing", do you mean all the drain pipes in a house are vertical like a stack? I'm interested because I've heard sewer backups are/were a common problem in the Chicago area.
@@nunyabiz7021 Overhead plumbing meaning that the lines leading to the sewer are located in the rafters of the basement rather than traveling all the way down to under the concrete floor of the basement. Overhead sits high and only dips down where it exits the wall of the basement and goes to the sewer at the street. When the lines are under the basement floor they are only a few inches higher than the level of the sewer at the street. When water in the sewers reaches it's maximum during times of heavy rain, where storm water is entering the sewer from people's sump pumps, then the water has to go somewhere in that sewer pipe. It looks for the path of least resistance. The only options are to back up in to your sewer pipe in your home usually going to a basement bathroom or utility sink. If your pipes are high up in your home with overhead lines, the lines are slightly higher than the surface level of the street outside meaning that the water in the sewers would have to be coming out the manhole covers in the street first before water starts backing up in to your home because your pipes are even higher than the street level. That water would first find the path of least resistance and the lowest point to back up in to. If your pipes are under the basement floor the sewer level only has to rise a little bit before it is at an equal level as your plumbing and will start backing up in your home.
My neighbour had an inch or so water come into his basement last week. Called me over to check his sump pump. It was running but the float came off. Had the sump pump replaced under warranty that afternoon. That night more hurricane Debbie
heavy rain. Three feet of water in the basement and now he discovers that he has a backflow valve. And it is not working.
Just wondering. Can sewer rats get up through that pipe.
I've got a question if you could please answer. Should the check valve assembly be installed at an angle where the valve flap rests on the outgoing direction, preventing inflow? I have a check valve flap that was installed for it to be straight up and down. It has failed several times since installation. I replace it once a year and have started cleaning it every time there is rain coming. What else do I need to do to prevent it from failing?
don't forget a vacuum, very handy.
Would this stop mice getting in through sewer?
I just installed a sewage back flow valve. The installer cut a piece of wood to cover the hole to get access to the sewage back flow valve for maintenance. I'm afraid the wood will rot in no time. Should I be worried? Is there a plastic lid I can buy so it will be flush with the basement concrete but still get access to the sewage back flow valve?
Excellent video
Are you required to use a backwater valve in canada? Nice tool kit. A plethora of good stuff. :) Steven from NC USA
Hi great video! One question, I have been trying to find a way to clean my dads backflow valve however the cover is about 3-4 feet below grade and Is fastened.with bolts. What Is the easiest way to get the cover open? I believe the valve is an older cast iron one and is not plastic like the one in your video thanks much!
I know it's been a few years, but if you still need to remove the bolts, i' reccomend a wrench or socket of the right size. yr. wlcm.
I cant believe those stupids layed concrete on the lid
Napoleon Blownapart yeah, same here. It doesnt seem like im ever gonna gonna be able opn it due to it!!
Sewer specialist found a chunk of grease building up at flap 。 he recommended not use it. One month later I remove it because it causes problem.
The water running made it difficult to hear the voice
Instead of using a small shovel, try a shop vac first
We just hear pounding
For a new build I sure hope someone took the time with the shop vac to clean that all-out looked pretty halfassed to me just saying nothing against you tankers four the vid
Check valve! Bet a home inspector! 2- 3 week course, and they are experts lol!
That happened to my toilets
heavier dutier, Ha Ha Ha!