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Durango approved backflow testers

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

City: Durango Utility: City of Durango Backflow Prevention Cadence: Upon installation, after repair, and annually Last verified: 2026-06-29
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What to check for Durango

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

  • Due basis: Durango says backflow preventers are required to be tested upon installation, after any repairs, and once annually. All test reports must be emailed to [email protected] within five days, and property owners must keep reports for three years.
  • Who is affected: Customers with a city water service where Durango identifies a potential cross connection, including irrigation, heating, beverage, and fire suppression uses.
  • Program phone: 970-375-4882
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Signals that matter before you act

  • Open Durango's certified 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.
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Durango workflow order

  1. Identify whether the service is irrigation, heating, beverage, fire suppression, or another protected use.
  2. Choose a tester from Durango's certified list.
  3. Complete the annual or post-repair test.
  4. Email the report within five days and retain records for three years.