Bothell, Washington

Backflow Testing & Compliance — Bothell, WA Serving properties across Washington

Northwest Clear coordinates certified backflow assembly testing for Bothell properties, including residential, commercial, HOA, and irrigation assemblies. Bothell straddles King and Snohomish counties, so your specific water provider depends on your location — parts of Bothell are served by the City of Bothell and others by Northshore Utility District. Both require annual backflow testing under WAC 246-290-490. The City of Bothell maintains a credentials-verified tester list updated annually. Compliance records are grouped by property address in your portal.

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Coverage

Bothell is within Seattle-metro coverage. Availability depends on tester routing and appointment windows.

Nearby areas: Kenmore, Kirkland, Woodinville, Mill Creek .

What you get

Scheduling coordination with certified backflow assembly testers
Appointment window and access instructions captured during booking
Status tracking by property address in one portal
Report delivery when available for your records

Compliance in Bothell

Because Bothell spans two counties, backflow testing requirements may be administered by either the City of Bothell or Northshore Utility District depending on your specific address. Both require annual testing under WAC 246-290-490 by a Washington State certified BAT. The City of Bothell verifies tester credentials annually, including state certification and gauge calibration. Property owners are responsible for timely testing and correct report submission. Non-compliance can result in enforcement action. Check your utility bill to confirm your water provider.

City of Bothell / Northshore Utility District — Backflow Program Details ↗

Frequently Asked Questions — Bothell Backflow Testing

Which water provider serves my Bothell property?

Bothell spans King and Snohomish counties, so service is split between the City of Bothell and Northshore Utility District. Check your utility bill to confirm your provider.

Does the City of Bothell verify tester credentials?

Yes — the city maintains a credentials-verified tester list, updated as of July 2025, confirming state certification and test kit calibration. You may use any qualified tester.

When are Bothell backflow tests due?

Due dates vary by property. Your water provider sends annual reminders with your specific due date.

Is backflow testing required for HOAs in Bothell?

Yes — HOAs with common area irrigation or fire suppression systems commonly require annual testing.

Do you perform the test yourselves?

We coordinate scheduling with certified backflow assembly testers who submit results to your Bothell water provider.

Schedule a Bothell backflow test and keep your compliance records organized by property address.

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