Below you will find some of our most commonly asked questions pertaining to our vacuum breakers.
A vacuum breaker is a backflow prevention device that stops water from your garden hose from flowing backward into your home’s clean water supply. It ensures that water only flows in one direction—outward. When water pressure drops, it can cause a siphon that pulls dirty water back into the potable water system. A vacuum breaker prevents this by sealing off reverse flow.
Without a vacuum breaker, your garden hose can become a source of contamination. If the hose is submerged in dirty water—like a bucket, pond, or even a puddle—a sudden drop in water pressure can siphon that water back into your home's clean water lines. Vacuum breakers eliminate that risk, protecting your family and meeting plumbing codes in many areas.
Yes. We carry ASSE 1011 hose connection vacuum breakers. These backflow preventers have been third-party tested and certified to meet the requirements of the American Society of Safety Engineers. That means they are both effective and compliant with most plumbing codes.
Yes. Our vacuum breakers are made to fit standard 3/4" garden hose thread (GHT) connections, which are common on most hose bibbs and outdoor spigots. They can be easily installed without special tools—just screw them onto the outlet of your faucet or hose bibb.
It depends on the model. Some vacuum breakers are permanent (tamper-resistant) to meet local plumbing codes, while others are removable for seasonal use. Check the product description to determine which style is right for your setup.
