City of Sanford Utilities (Water and Sewer): backflow testing rules

Who must test

• Every backflow device must be tested by the owner each year after its initial test. Source.
• Buildings with existing fire protection or a process that could endanger the water supply must be brought up to city backflow standards whenever a building permit is required. Source.

How the report is filed

• The owner sends the certified test results to the City of Sanford after each test. Source.

Program

• Section 24 of Sanford's utility design manual requires developers to install city approved backflow prevention devices under the city's cross connection control policy. Source.

How to file your backflow test with City of Sanford Utilities

1. Read your notice. It names the assembly, its location and the date the report is due.
2. Book a tester City of Sanford Utilities accepts. See finding a tester below; book early so there is time to repair a failed assembly.
3. The tester tests the assembly and fills in the test report. A failed assembly is repaired and tested again.
4. The report is filed. The owner sends the certified test results to the City of Sanford after each test.Source.
5. Keep a copy and set a reminder for next year. Set a free test-due reminder.

Finding a tester City of Sanford Utilities accepts

We found no tester list on City of Sanford Utilities's own pages. Use a state certified tester, and check your notice in case it names the testers or the portal it accepts.

Before you book, ask the tester:

• Are you registered with City of Sanford Utilities?
• Will you send the test report to the utility for me, and how?
• When is my report due? The date is on your notice; the tester needs time to test, repair if needed and file.

Other water utilities in Florida

• Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department
• City of Tampa Water Department
• Orlando Utilities Commission
• Broward County Water and Wastewater Services
• City of Boca Raton Utility Services
• City of Fort Lauderdale Public Works
• City of Hollywood Public Utilities
• City of Pembroke Pines Utilities

Read October 6, 2026. Program page: sanfordfl.gov.

Backflow testers near Sanford

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