When water stops flowing at a busy commercial location, time is critical. That’s exactly what happened recently at a strip mall in Largo, FL, when a vehicle collided with a water main and damaged the backflow prevention devices, disrupting service to dozens of tenants and customers.
At 10 PM, Elite Plumbing Services, Inc. dispatched its Emergency Response Team to restore order.
🚨 The Problem
A vehicle strike shattered the protective bollards and cracked the PVC and brass connections on the water main, including vital backflow preventers. With water spewing into the parking lot and tenants left without running water, fast action was needed.
🛠 The Response
Our trained technicians arrived swiftly with the tools and parts needed for a complex fix. Working late into the night under bright LED lights, we:
Excavated the broken piping and fittings
Replaced and sealed all backflow prevention connections
Pressure tested and flushed the system
Restored full water service before dawn
“We understand how crucial water access is for commercial tenants. That’s why we never hesitate when there’s an emergency,” says the lead technician from Elite Plumbing Services.
📍 Why This Matters
Backflow devices are required by Florida law to prevent contaminated water from entering the municipal supply. Damaged assemblies are both a health risk and a code violation. This fast repair ensured:
Compliance with Largo city plumbing codes
Safety for all businesses and customers
Minimal disruption during prime business hours
📞 Call Elite Plumbing Services for 24/7 Emergency Repairs
If you experience a backflow emergency, water main break, or need licensed commercial plumbing in Largo, Clearwater, or Pinellas County, contact:
Elite Plumbing Services, Inc.
☎️ 727-234-5338
🌐 eliteplumbing.net
We’re on call 24/7 to protect your water supply and your peace of mind.