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Backwater Valves -- Does your house need one?

 

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Here is a graphic that shows how a backwater valve can prevent sewage from backing up from the street into your house

Here is another graphic to help you understand where the backwater valve is located and its relationship to the house and the sewer manhole in the street.

 

 

Last Modified Date: 6/9/2005

 
 

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