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Certified Backflow Assembly Testing · Washington

Bellevue Utilities — Backflow Testing Requirements Bellevue and nearby communities

If you received a backflow testing notice from Bellevue Utilities, this page explains how their program works and how to schedule a certified tester.

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The short version

  • Testing cycle: Annual. Every backflow assembly on your property must be tested by a Washington State certified Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT).
  • Who sends the report: Under Bellevue Utilities' program, your tester sends the completed report to the utility.
  • Deadline: By the due date on your notice.
  • What happens if you miss it: Bellevue sends reminder letters before and after the due date. Under the city's Cross Connection Control Program, failure to cooperate may be grounds for termination of water service, and the costs of enforcement are borne by the property's responsible party.

How reports are submitted to Bellevue Utilities

Bellevue mails each customer a notice before the due date. Your tester enters the annual test results in the city's online backflow testing portal, using the access code from your notice. Testers request portal access from backflow@bellevuewa.gov. The paper test report form is only for new or replacement assemblies.

Contact for questions

Full program details on Bellevue Utilities' site: Bellevue Utilities — Backflow Program ↗

How to book a certified tester through Northwest Clear

Northwest Clear connects you with Washington-certified Backflow Assembly Testers (BATs). Book online in a few minutes and we send your job to certified testers who serve your area.

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Cities served by Bellevue Utilities

Properties in these cities may be under Bellevue Utilities' compliance program — but confirm against your specific notice, since some cities are split across multiple purveyors.

  • Bellevue
  • Clyde Hill
  • Hunts Point
  • Medina
  • Yarrow Point

Notes

Bellevue Utilities also serves Clyde Hill, Hunts Point, Medina and Yarrow Point. A few Bellevue areas get water from another utility: the Hilltop neighborhood from Water District 117, and part of Overlake from Redmond. Bellevue only accepts results from Washington-certified testers whose BAT certification and test kit calibration are on file with the city. A failed assembly has to be repaired or replaced and tested again.

About this page

This is an unofficial guide compiled from public sources. Regulatory basis: Bellevue City Code 24.02.190 and 24.02.280; WAC 246-290-490. Always confirm details against your official notice from Bellevue Utilities.

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