Find or Become an Authorized Tester

Find an authorized tester

Locate authorized testers across the region. Individuals must supply Halton Region with updated credentials to remain a qualified tester.

Services include:

• Completing the required survey for your property
• Installation of new or replacement Backflow Prevention Devices
• Conducting testing on Backflow Prevention Devices

• Survey or test reports are to be completed and returned to Halton Region within 28 days of the date of the survey or test.
• Completed reports must be submitted with the appropriate fees in order to be accepted.
  • New Properties/Construction Survey fee of $125.04 + HST per property (Re-Survey – no fee)
  • Test fee of $62.52 + HST per premises isolation backflow prevention device.
  • Please make cheques or money orders payable to: Halton Region or Regional Municipality of Halton.
  • Request to pay by Credit Card – Email report(s) and request to backflow@halton.ca.
  • E-transfer and submit reports to backflowpayments@halton.ca.
• In addition, if this is an initial test report upon installation of the backflow prevention device a copy of a signed off Plumbing Permit from the local Municipal Building Department must also accompany the test report.

Become an authorized tester

To become an authorized OWWA accredited tester, follow the steps below:

• Complete the application form (PDF file).
• Include the following documentation with your application
  • Professional Certification
  • Testers Licence from an OWWA accredited institution (in accordance with CSA B64).
  • Test Kit Calibration Certificate
  • Copy of WSIB Certificate
  • Copy of Liability Insurance
• Mail application to the attention of Cross Connection Control Coordinator or email to backflow@halton.ca.

Information for accredited testers

• Authorized Functions List (PDF file)
• Installation Drawings (PDF file)

Disclaimer: The information on this site is for information purposes only. The Regional Municipality of Halton provides this list only as a convenience and not as an endorsement or warranty of the services, prices, or qualifications of the contractors listed thereon. The Region recommends you obtain several quotes before selecting a contractor. All contractors are independent third parties, separate and distinct from the Regional Municipality of Halton. The Regional Municipality of Halton assumes no liability for any actions taken in reliance on the information contained on this site.