No. Backflow testing must be performed by a certified backflow assembly tester licensed by the state. This ensures the test is accurate and that results are accepted by your water district. Testing the device yourself won’t meet compliance rules. Also, results from an uncertified tester are usually not accepted.

A backflow test checks if your backflow prevention device is working. It makes sure water doesn’t flow back into the clean water supply. A certified tester checks the device’s valves, springs, and seals using calibrated equipment. Cost depends on how many devices you have and their type. However, most tests for a single device at home are cheap and take less than 30 minutes. Contact us for a quote specific to your property.

Washington water districts need annual testing. This is because backflow devices are mechanical. Seals can wear down, springs may weaken, and debris can stop valves from sealing properly as time goes on. Annual testing catches these issues before they become a compliance problem or a health risk to the water supply.

Backflow testing pricing includes three main costs. First, it covers certified workers. Second, it includes calibrated equipment. Lastly, it pays for the compliance paperwork filed with your water district. Annual testing is a small cost compared to the fines or risk of water shutoff for skipping a required test. Staying compliant is worth it.