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Backflow Preventer Testing & Installation

Backflow preventers stop contaminated water from siphoning back into the public water supply. We install new devices and perform the annual testing most municipalities require, with certified paperwork filed on your behalf.

Commercial backflow preventer device installed and suspended from ceiling piping by 5 Star Plumbing Business

Actual jobsite photo from a recent 5 Star Plumbing Business installation in Colorado Springs, CO.

Protecting Your Water Supply — and Staying Compliant

Backflow prevention devices are required on irrigation systems, fire suppression lines, and many commercial water connections to keep the public water supply safe from contamination. Most cities, including Colorado Springs, require these devices to be tested annually by a certified technician.

We install new backflow preventers sized correctly for your system, perform annual compliance testing, and submit the required certification paperwork directly to your local water authority — one less thing on your to-do list.

What's Included

  • New backflow preventer installation, residential & commercial
  • Annual backflow testing & certification
  • Paperwork filed directly with your local water authority
  • Repair or replacement of failed devices
  • Irrigation system and fire line backflow assemblies
  • Fast scheduling to meet compliance deadlines
Received a Backflow Testing Notice?

Don't risk a compliance fine — we can usually schedule your annual test within a few business days.

Call (719) 752-4654
Our Process

How We Handle Backflow Testing & Installation

1

Confirm Requirements

We verify the device type and testing frequency required by your local authority.

2

Install or Locate Device

New devices are installed and sized correctly, or we locate your existing assembly.

3

Test the Assembly

Certified test procedures confirm the device is preventing backflow correctly.

4

File Certification

Results are documented and submitted to your local water provider on your behalf.

FAQ

Common Questions

Backflow preventers contain moving parts that can wear out over time. Annual testing confirms the device still protects the public water supply, and most municipalities mandate it by code.

You risk fines from your water provider and, in some cases, water service interruption until compliance is restored.

Homes with irrigation systems, well connections, or certain plumbing configurations often require a backflow device. We can assess your property during a visit.

A standard backflow test typically takes 30–45 minutes per device, with paperwork filed shortly after.

Ready to Fix It Right the First Time?

Same-day appointments available. Licensed, insured, and background-checked plumbers serving Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region.

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