Backflow Prevention & Cross-Connection Control

Did you receive a letter from Halton Region?

If you received a cross-connection control letter from Halton Region you need to complete a survey of your property using a Halton approved licensed tester within 60 days of receiving the letter.

What is Backflow?
Find out what backflow is, and why backflow prevention is so important to Halton Region.
What is a Cross-Connection?
High risk cross-connections can represent a signficant threat to the public water system.
Halton Cross-Connection Control Program
Information about the program including the purpose and brochures.
Cross-Connection Control Program Fees
Administrative fees recover the cost of the program. These fees do not include the cost of surveys or backflow prevention device installations.
The Step-by-Step Process
Do I have to install a prevention device? What if I already have a prevention device installed? Everything you need to know.
Find a Registered Backflow Tester
A list of Halton-approved licensed testers - approved to complete a survey or install a backflow prevention device.
Become a Registered Backflow Tester
Find out how to become a Halton-approved licensed tester for the Cross-Connection Control Program.
Backflow Prevention Devices
If you are required to install a backflow prevention device on your property, Halton Region will recommend which device to install. This page lists several types and also discusses premises isolation.

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Backflow Prevention & Cross-Connection Control

Did you receive a letter from Halton Region?