$95 Backflow Testing

Sewer & Drain Specialist
ASSE Certified Backflow Testing



Our Backflow Testing Services in Westmoreland County

Our ASSE-certified technicians provide reliable and affordable backflow testing to keep your water system safe and compliant. We service commercial, and municipal properties across Westmoreland County and surrounding counties. Each test meets local and state plumbing codes, with fast scheduling and same-day reports available.


✅ FAQ

✅ Reports Submitted

✅ ASSE Certified

✅ Licensed & Insured

✅ $95 Flat Rate Backflow Testing

✅ Serving Greensburg, Latrobe, Irwin, and all of Westmoreland County


Call today to ensure your backflow preventer is up to code and protecting your drinking water.

ASSE Certified Backflow Testing – Protecting Your Water Supply With Certified Experts

Backflow prevention is one of the most important safety measures for any home, business, or commercial property. When contaminants flow backward into a clean water system, it can lead to serious health hazards, system damage, fines, and code violations. That’s why having your backflow device tested annually—by a licensed ASSE-certified professional—is essential.

At ASSE Certified Backflow Testing, we provide fast, reliable, and fully compliant backflow testing services for residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal properties. With properly calibrated testing equipment, certified technicians, and same-day reporting available, we make the process simple, accurate, and compliant with state and municipality requirements.

Comprehensive ASSE Certified Backflow Services


✔ Annual Backflow Testing
We perform annual backflow inspections required by local municipalities, building codes, water authorities, and insurance providers. Our certified technicians test the pressure levels, valve performance, and overall function of your RPZ, PVB, DCV, or other backflow prevention devices to ensure safe operation.


✔ Repairs & Replacements

If your backflow device fails inspection, we offer cost-effective repairs and part replacements. Whether the issue is faulty seals, springs, valves, or worn internal components, our experts can restore your device to proper working condition. When replacement is required, we install approved, regulation-compliant units.

✔ Commercial & Industrial Backflow Testing

Businesses often face stricter compliance guidelines from the public water system. We specialize in high-risk backflow assemblies for:

  • Restaurants & food service
  • Medical facilities
  • Manufacturing plants
  • Irrigation & fire suppression systems
  • Apartment buildings & multi-unit properties
  • Retail & office complexes

✔ Residential Backflow Prevention

Homeowners rely on backflow devices for irrigation systems, boilers, sprinkler systems, pools, and private wells. We provide homeowner-friendly scheduling, fast service, and clear reporting.


✔ Same-Day Certification Reports

After completing your test, we submit your compliance paperwork directly to your water authority, property manager, or inspector—ensuring your property remains compliant year-round.


Why Choose an ASSE-Certified Backflow Tester?

  • Certified & Licensed to perform backflow testing, repairs, and installations
  • Up-to-date training on all types of backflow prevention assemblies
  • Accurate digital testing equipment calibrated to industry standards
  • Fast scheduling with emergency options available
  • Professional reporting accepted by local water authorities
  • Fully insured & code compliant
  • Fair pricing with no hidden fees

Choosing a certified professional ensures your device is tested correctly, meets state standards, and prevents future contamination risks.




Meet Your Water Safety Expert

Meet Derek

owner img

Certified Backflow Prevention Specialist & Licensed Plumber

ASSE Certified

Derek has completed specialized ASSE backflow prevention training and performs inspections using professionally calibrated testing equipment. He works with homeowners, commercial property managers, municipalities, restaurants, apartment complexes, and industrial facilities to ensure compliance with Pennsylvania and local water authority requirements. — Derek, Owner & Lead Technician

Why His Certification Matters

  • Specialized Training Formal instruction in cross-connection control and backflow assembly testing, beyond standard plumbing licensure.
  • Municipal Experience Trusted by local water authorities to perform compliant, documented backflow testing on municipal systems.
  • Commercial & Industrial Work Regularly services restaurants, apartment complexes, and industrial facilities with complex piping systems.
  • Calibrated Equipment Uses professionally calibrated testing gauges, so every result is accurate and defensible for compliance records.

Systems & Clients Derek Serves

  • Residential backflow assemblies
  • Commercial property systems
  • Municipal water connections
  • Restaurant & food service lines
  • Apartment & multi-family complexes
  • Industrial & irrigation systems

Protecting Pennsylvania's drinking water, one test at a time. Backflow prevention isn't just a code requirement — it's what keeps contaminated water from ever reaching a clean water supply. Derek treats every inspection with that responsibility in mind, providing clear documentation and honest recommendations for homeowners, businesses, and municipalities alike.



What Is Backflow?



Backflow is the reverse flow of water through a plumbing system — instead of flowing from the clean municipal supply into a building, water flows backward, potentially pulling contaminants into the drinking water supply.


Back Pressure: happens when pressure inside a building's plumbing (from pumps, boilers, or elevated tanks) exceeds the pressure of the municipal supply, forcing water backward.

Back Siphonage: occurs when municipal water pressure suddenly drops — during a water main break or heavy demand — creating a vacuum that pulls water backward into the public supply.

Water Contamination: can result from either condition, allowing fertilizers, chemicals, bacteria, or wastewater to enter the clean water system, sometimes affecting an entire neighborhood.

Why Municipalities: Require Testing: Backflow prevention assemblies are legally required on higher-risk properties — commercial buildings, restaurants, irrigation systems, and industrial facilities — to protect the shared water supply.

Why Annual Inspections Matter: These assemblies are mechanical and can fail over time. Annual testing confirms they're still working, which is why most municipalities require it yearly to stay compliant.



What Happens During a Backflow Test?



  • Inspect the assembly for visible damage or wear
  • Shut off the water safely to isolate the system
  • Connect calibrated testing equipment to the assembly
  • Test relief valve operation for proper function
  • Measure pressure readings across each check valve
  • Verify check valve performance meets required standards
  • Record test results with exact readings
  • Complete required paperwork for compliance documentation
  • Submit reports to the local water authority when required
  • Recommend repairs if any component fails testing


Who Needs Backflow Testing?



Backflow prevention testing isn't limited to large industrial sites — it's required anywhere a cross-connection could put the public water supply at risk. Here's a closer look at the types of properties and systems that typically require annual backflow testing:

Commercial Buildings: Office buildings, retail spaces, and mixed-use properties often have fire sprinklers, boilers, or irrigation systems tied into the water supply, all of which require backflow protection.

Medical Offices: Medical and dental facilities use equipment and plumbing configurations that carry a higher risk of contamination, making backflow testing a critical compliance requirement.

Restaurants Commercial: kitchens use grease traps, dishwashers, and chemical cleaning systems connected to the water supply, creating cross-connection risks that must be tested annually.

Apartment Buildings: Multi-family properties often have shared boiler systems, irrigation, and fire protection systems that require backflow assemblies to protect residents and the surrounding water system.

Schools Schools: combine cafeterias, science labs, irrigation, and fire systems under one water connection, making regular backflow testing essential for student and community safety.

Churches: Churches with commercial kitchens, irrigation systems, or fire sprinklers are also required to maintain and test backflow prevention assemblies.

Manufacturing Facilities: Industrial processes frequently involve chemicals, boilers, and specialized equipment that pose a significant contamination risk without proper backflow protection.

Car Washes: Car washes use recycled water, chemicals, and high-pressure systems that create a direct risk of contamination if backflow isn't properly prevented.

Lawn Irrigation Systems: Irrigation systems are one of the most common sources of backflow contamination, since fertilizers, pesticides, and soil bacteria can be pulled back into the water supply.

Fire Sprinkler Systems: Fire suppression systems often sit unused for long periods, and stagnant water combined with system pressure changes creates a backflow risk that must be tested regularly.

Boiler Systems: Boilers use chemically treated water that must never be allowed to backflow into the drinking water supply, making backflow prevention a required safeguard.

Private Water Systems: Properties with private wells or auxiliary water sources need backflow protection to prevent cross-contamination between separate water supplies.

Municipal Buildings: City and government-owned facilities are held to the same backflow compliance standards, often with added oversight from local water authorities.

Property Management Companies: Property managers overseeing multiple buildings are responsible for ensuring every property in their portfolio maintains active, compliant backflow prevention testing.




Proudly Serving

We provide backflow testing and plumbing services throughout the following cities, townships, and counties:

Cities & Townships

  • Greensburg
  • Latrobe
  • Irwin
  • North Huntingdon
  • Hempfield Township
  • Murrysville
  • Jeannette
  • Mount Pleasant
  • Ligonier
  • New Stanton
  • Youngwood
  • Scottdale
  • Delmont
  • Export
  • West Newton

Counties

  • Westmoreland County
  • Allegheny County
  • Fayette County
  • Indiana County
  • Washington County


Backflow Testing Areas We Serve



We provide ASSE certified backflow testing services throughout:

  1. Greensburg, PA Latrobe,
  2. PA Irwin,
  3. PA North Huntingdon,
  4. PA Murrysville,
  5. PA All of Westmoreland County


Who Needs Backflow Testing?



You may be required to have backflow testing if you have:

  1. Irrigation or sprinkler systems
  2. Fire suppression systems
  3. Commercial plumbing systems
  4. Multi-family housing
  5. Industrial equipment connected to water supply

    Most municipalities require annual testing to remain compliant.


What Our Customers Are Saying

5.0 ★★★★★ Google Reviews
J

Jon Crain

Recent Google Review

★★★★★

I had a great experience with ASSE Certified Backflow Testing. Scheduling was easy, they showed up on time, and the entire testing process was quick and professional. Everything was clearly explained, including what was being tested and why it was important. The pricing was straightforward with no surprises, and they took care of the paperwork needed after the test. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing backflow testing in the Westmoreland County area.

F

Frank V.

Google Review

★★★★★

I started using Derek at Sewer and Drain a couple of years ago at multiple buildings that I have in the Pittsburgh region. I am comfortable with his pricing and he answers the phone when I call or makes sure to call me right back. This is the guy who I feel safe having at my locations and who is great around my customers.

D

Deanna Mertz

Google Review

★★★★★

I highly recommend Sewer & Drain Specialist for your backflow testing needs. The $95 testing that is offered is only $95! It was never suggested to me that anything else needed done in order to collect more money. They were very professional and on time.

J

Jill Sorrels

Google Review

★★★★★

Derek is prompt, professional and efficient! So glad I found him to help me with this backflow test!

B

Becky Linzell

Google Review

★★★★★

Fast, efficient, and courteous. Arrives on time and gets the job done.

A

Amy Proctor

Google Review

★★★★★

Fast and efficient backflow testing for $95.

Call Us: 724-771-3071


Sewer & Drain Specialist



724-771-3071
Serving Your Area



1. What is backflow testing and why is it important?
Backflow testing checks your plumbing system to ensure that water flows in the correct direction and prevents contaminated water from entering the clean water supply. This protects public health and is often required by local codes.

2. How often should I have backflow testing performed?
Most municipalities require annual backflow tests, but requirements can vary by city and water authority. We recommend scheduling testing at least once per year to stay compliant and safe.

3. Do I need a certified tester for backflow testing?
Yes. Backflow testing must be performed by a licensed and certified backflow tester to meet local regulations and ensure accurate results.

4. What types of properties need backflow testing?
Backflow testing is typically required for commercial properties, multi-family units, irrigation systems, fire suppression systems, and any location connected to public water lines. Requirements vary by jurisdiction.

5. How long does a backflow test take?
Backflow testing usually takes 30–60 minutes depending on the size and complexity of the system.

6. What happens if my backflow device fails the test?
If your backflow assembly fails, it will need repair or replacement. We can diagnose the issue and provide fast, code-compliant repairs to ensure safety and compliance.

7. Will you file the test results with my water authority?
Yes — once your backflow device passes inspection, we can complete and submit the required paperwork to your municipality or water provider on your behalf.

8. How much does backflow testing cost?
Pricing varies based on system type and site complexity. Contact us for a free quote — we’re happy to provide transparent pricing with no surprises.

9. Do you provide backflow testing for residential irrigation systems?
Absolutely. We offer backflow testing for irrigation, sprinkler systems, residential properties, and all commercial backflow assemblies.

10. How do I schedule a backflow test?
You can schedule testing by calling our office, filling out our online contact form, or booking directly through our website. We’re here to work around your schedule.