Yes, we handle all compliance paperwork and electronic submissions directly to your water authority as part of our backflow preventer testing service. This streamlined approach eliminates the administrative burden on you and ensures your municipality receives accurate, timely documentation that keeps your property in full compliance with local regulations.
When our certified testers complete a backflow preventer inspection, we don't stop at the physical testing itself. We immediately fill out the official test report forms required by your specific water authority—whether that's a municipal water department, utility commission, or regional water control board. These forms vary by jurisdiction, and our 19 years in business have given us extensive familiarity with the documentation requirements across multiple service areas. Our testing technicians are licensed professionals (MPL-38162), trained to complete these reports with the precision that municipal inspectors expect.
The submission process happens electronically within 24 hours of testing. We upload your results directly to your water authority's municipal database system, which means there's no lag time, no lost paperwork, and no risk of missed filing deadlines. Many water authorities now require digital submissions through their online portals, and we're equipped to navigate these systems for you. Your property address is linked to the submission, so when your annual testing renewal comes due next year, the water authority's system automatically flags your account and sends you a reminder notice.
You're never left without documentation. We provide you with complete copies of all test results, certification forms, and confirmation of submission—both digital copies and printed versions for your records. This creates a paper trail that protects you if any questions arise about your property's compliance status. We also maintain digital files organized by property address in our system, which makes future testing appointments and record retrieval quick and straightforward.
This hands-off approach is especially valuable for property managers overseeing multiple buildings, commercial facilities with complex plumbing systems, or homeowners who simply prefer not to navigate municipal bureaucracy. Since backflow testing is a non-negotiable regulatory requirement in most jurisdictions—typically mandated annually for commercial properties and every three years for residential installations—having a testing provider who manages the entire compliance chain eliminates stress and potential penalties.
The cost of testing typically ranges from $75 to $150 per device, depending on device type and complexity, and that fee includes our testing service plus complete administrative handling. There are no hidden paperwork fees or separate submission charges—everything is consolidated into one transparent price.
Blackmon Plumbing provides certified backflow preventer testing and full compliance management for residential and commercial properties throughout the service area, ensuring your property stays current with all municipal water authority requirements.