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Irvine approved backflow testers

Use this page when the search or notice says approved, certified, registered, or authorized backflow tester for Irvine.

City: Irvine Utility: Irvine Ranch Water District Backflow Prevention Cadence: Upon utility notice and annually thereafter Last verified: 2026-06-29
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What to check for Irvine

Use this page when the search or notice says approved, certified, registered, or authorized backflow tester for Irvine.

  • Due basis: IRWD says customers will be notified when a backflow assembly is required and points them to a partial list of certified testers who can perform testing in the district.
  • Who is affected: Residential, commercial, and industrial customers when IRWD determines that the potable system may be exposed to contamination through a backflow condition.
  • Program phone: 949-453-5300
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Signals that matter before you act

  • Open the IRWD backflow tester list
  • Confirm tester status on the governing list before treating a provider as approved.
  • Use the utility workflow for deadlines, report acceptance, and submission requirements.
Workflow

Irvine workflow order

  1. Wait for IRWD's determination or notice that the service requires an assembly.
  2. Install an approved assembly type that matches the site hazard.
  3. Use a recognized certified tester to test and maintain the assembly.
  4. Keep the annual testing record and district form current once the assembly is in service.