Backflow Testing · Repair · Installation
Certified backflow testing, handled before it becomes a problem.
Based in Lynchburg and serving Central Virginia. Licensed to test anywhere in the Commonwealth. If your test is already overdue, you're exactly who this business is set up for.
Every test is run with a calibrated gauge and documented — you get a copy, your water authority gets theirs.
Got a past-due notice from the city or your HOA? That's the most common reason people call — and the easiest to fix quickly.
Get back in compliance →What I Do
Three calls that keep your water — and your compliance — where it should be.
Annual Backflow Testing
Required every year by most localities and water authorities for irrigation systems and commercial connections. I test your assembly, complete the paperwork, and file it with your city or county — so it's off your list.
Backflow Repair
Failed a test, or noticed a leaking or stuck assembly? I keep a handful of common repair parts on hand, so straightforward fixes are often finished the same visit. If yours needs something less common, I'll track down the part and get back out quickly.
Installation & Replacement
Testing and repair are most of what I do, but if a device is past saving or you're putting in a new irrigation system, I can also size, install, and test a replacement — then register it with your water authority.
Where I Work
Home base is Lynchburg. Licensed for the whole Commonwealth.
I keep most jobs within about 45 minutes to an hour of Lynchburg, so I can usually get to your property fast — often the same week, sometimes the same day.
My Virginia backflow tester license isn't limited to that radius, though. For a larger commercial or municipal job further out, just ask — I'm happy to travel.
- Lynchburg
- Bedford
- Forest
- Madison Heights
- Amherst
- Altavista
- Rustburg
- Appomattox
- Brookneal
- Concord
- Moneta / Smith Mountain Lake
- + rest of VA on request
Service Area, By Town
Backflow testing close to home, wherever "home" is around here.
Lynchburg
Home base. Most Lynchburg testing and repair calls are scheduled within a day or two, for irrigation systems, commercial buildings, and rental properties alike.
Bedford
Bedford is a regular stop, about 30 minutes west of Lynchburg. Annual testing, repairs, and paperwork filed with the city or Bedford County as needed.
Forest
Forest sits between Lynchburg and Bedford in Bedford County — a short, easy drive for testing, repair, or a new backflow assembly installation.
Madison Heights
Just across the James River from Lynchburg in Amherst County. One of the closest service stops, so scheduling is usually fast.
Amherst
The Amherst County seat, north of Lynchburg. Backflow testing and repair for homes, businesses, and irrigation systems throughout the area.
Altavista
South of Lynchburg along the Staunton River. Testing, repair, and installation service for Altavista properties on the same schedule as closer-in towns.
Rustburg
The Campbell County seat, south of Lynchburg. A regular part of the service area for annual testing and repair work.
Appomattox
East of Lynchburg in Appomattox County. Backflow testing and repair for residential and commercial properties, with paperwork filed with the county.
Brookneal
South of Rustburg along the Staunton River. A bit farther out, but well within reach for scheduled testing and repair visits.
Concord
A close-in Campbell County community east of Lynchburg — an easy add to the regular testing and repair route.
Moneta & Smith Mountain Lake
Southwest of Lynchburg in Bedford County. Backflow testing and repair for lake-area homes and businesses, including seasonal properties.
Why Call 434 Backflow
Straightforward, licensed, and easy to schedule.
Questions
Backflow testing, answered plainly.
What is backflow testing, and why is it required?
A backflow prevention assembly keeps water from flowing backward into the public water supply — for example, from an irrigation system, or a commercial building's internal plumbing. Testing confirms the assembly is still sealing properly. Most Virginia localities and water authorities require an annual test on these devices to protect drinking water for everyone on the system, and typically won't accept a device that hasn't been tested and reported on schedule.
How often does my backflow device need to be tested?
Annually, in most cases — that's the standard most Virginia water authorities and localities follow. Some commercial or higher-hazard connections may be tested more often. Your water authority or the notice you received is the most reliable source for your specific requirement; if you're not sure, send me a photo of any notice you got and I can help sort it out.
How much does a backflow test cost?
It depends on the number of devices, their size, and your location. I quote pricing upfront before scheduling, so there's no surprise when I show up — call, text, or use the form below and I'll get you a number.
Who is required to have a backflow device tested?
Generally, any property with a backflow prevention assembly installed on its water connection — most commonly properties with irrigation systems, commercial buildings, restaurants, and some multi-family properties. If your property already has a device installed, your local water authority almost certainly requires annual testing and reporting on it.
What happens if I miss my testing deadline?
It varies by locality, but a missed or overdue test commonly leads to a past-due notice, and in some cases a water authority can restrict or shut off service until a passing test is filed. If you've already gotten a notice, that's the most common reason people call — it's usually a quick fix to get back in compliance.
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Tell me what you need — testing, repair, or a new install — and where you're located. I get back to almost everyone the same day.
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Licensed backflow prevention tester, based in Lynchburg, VA — serving Central Virginia with statewide availability for larger jobs.
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