Backflow preventer

$804.77 / EA

PL-033 · MasterFormat 22 11 00 · EA

What’s in this rate

This unit is installing one reduced-pressure or double-check backflow preventer assembly. The plumber mounts the assembly, connects inlet and outlet, and leaves it ready for test. The rate is per each backflow assembly. Certified testing, PRVs, and isolation valves are separate units.

Includes

  • RPZ or DC backflow assembly mid
  • unions / strainer connect allowance
  • mount and trim
  • small tools

Excludes

  • certified backflow test / report
  • pressure-reducing valve (see pressure-reducing-valve)
  • ball valve isolation beyond assembly valves
  • enclosure / heated box specialty

Build-up

Labor 2.5 hr × $72.00 wage and burden
$180.00
Material and small tools
$485.10
Direct rate (labor, material, and tools)
$665.10 / EA
Overhead 10% of direct
$66.51
Fee 10% of (direct and overhead)
$73.16
Loaded rate
$804.77 / EA

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