Keeping Aggieland’s Water Clean, One Assembly at a Time
Central Texas Backflow provides certified backflow testing, repair and compliance help for homes and businesses in College Station, TX. We are a registered backflow tester with the City of College Station. We test your assembly, fix what fails, and send your report to the city so it gets filed on time.
College Station’s drinking water starts as groundwater, pumped from deep city wells over the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer. It is clean enough that it only needs chlorine. A working backflow preventer keeps it that way by stopping lawn chemicals, standing irrigation water and commercial process water from being pulled back into the public lines.
Trusted Backflow Testing for College Station Homes & Businesses
Certified, Local, and Registered With the City
From student rentals near Northgate to family homes in Pebble Creek and Castlegate, plenty of College Station properties have a backflow assembly. Most are on lawn irrigation systems, which the city requires to have an approved device. Restaurants, medical offices, apartment complexes and retail centers along University Drive and Harvey Road need them too.
Our owner tests every assembly personally. You get a clear pass or fail, honest advice on any repair, and a free estimate before any work begins. Call (979) 530-5300 to get on the schedule.
Registered • Owner-Led • Fully Certified
Our Backflow Services in College Station
Whether you own a home near the Texas A&M campus or manage a commercial property along University Drive, we have the expertise to handle your backflow needs. Our Services:
Backflow Testing
Annual and new-install testing for irrigation, residential and commercial assemblies.
Backflow Repairs
Diagnosis, parts replacement and retesting for failed or leaking devices.
Backflow Information
Plain answers about the city’s rules, the paperwork, and which device you need.
Don’t wait for a city notice or a failed test. Call Central Texas Backflow and we will test your assembly, repair what fails, and file the report with the city.
Backflow Testing in College Station, TX
The Annual Checkup
College Station requires every new lawn irrigation system to have an approved backflow device. The device must be tested when it is installed, and a licensed tester must test it after that. Commercial properties with high-hazard connections usually need a test every year. Because the city requires testers to register with it each year, we keep our certification and test equipment documentation current.
During a test we check each check valve and relief valve with calibrated gauges and record the readings. Then we fill out the City of College Station test form. The city wants the signed original within 30 days of the test, and we mail it to Water Services for you. We test these assembly types:
- Reduced pressure principle assemblies (RPZ/RPBA)
- Double check valve assemblies (DCVA)
- Pressure vacuum breakers (PVB)
- Spill-resistant vacuum breakers (SVB)
Backflow Repairs in College Station, TX
The Repair Run
If your assembly fails, we tell you why and what a repair will cost before we touch it.
The problems we see most often on College Station assemblies:
- Worn rubber parts and springs
- Debris lodged in a check valve
- Freeze damage on exposed irrigation devices after a hard cold snap
- Relief valves on RPZ assemblies that drip
We use the manufacturer’s own replacement parts, as the city’s test form requires. After the repair we retest the assembly so you leave with a passing report. When rebuilding a device makes more sense than replacing it, we say so.
Backflow Information in College Station, TX
The Backflow Basics
Many College Station property owners first hear about backflow when a city notice or HOA letter arrives.
We explain what it means, in plain language:
- What a city or HOA backflow notice actually asks of you
- Which device your property needs
- How often it has to be tested
- Keeping your test records for the three years Texas requires
We also help landlords, property managers and HOAs that manage many assemblies keep track of their testing dates, so nothing lapses between tenants or seasons.
Why Choose Central Texas Backflow?
Choosing the right company to service your backflow system is crucial.
Here’s why customers choose us:
Registered With the City
We are on the City of College Station’s list of registered backflow testers. Your report will be accepted without any back-and-forth.
Owner-Led Service
The owner tests your assembly in person, so the work is done carefully and you can ask questions on the spot.
Paperwork Handled
We complete the city test form and mail the signed original to Water Services well inside the 30-day window.
Honest, Upfront Pricing
You get a free estimate and a clear price before any repair. There are no surprise charges and we won’t push replacements you don’t need.
Local Know-How
Our area code is 979, the same as College Station’s. We know the city’s backflow rules, its irrigation permit process, and how the Brazos Valley’s hot summers and occasional hard freezes wear on outdoor devices.
Our reputation is built on reliability, honesty, and excellent customer service. With years of experience and a focus on customer satisfaction, we’re proud to be a trusted name in the College Station area.
Book Your Backflow Test in College Station Today
Do you have an annual test coming due, a city notice to answer, or a new irrigation system that needs its first test? Central Texas Backflow can usually fit you in quickly anywhere in College Station.
Call us today at (979) 530-5300 for a free estimate, or send us a message through our contact form.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do you serve all of College Station, including every ZIP code?
Yes. We serve the whole city, ZIP codes 77840 through 77845. That covers Northgate, Southwood Valley, Pebble Creek, Castlegate, the Wellborn area, and properties near the Texas A&M campus.
Does my irrigation system in College Station need a backflow preventer?
Yes. The City of College Station requires a permit and an approved backflow prevention device for every lawn irrigation system. A licensed backflow tester must test the device when it is installed.
How often does a backflow device need to be tested in College Station?
Most commercial and high-hazard assemblies are tested once a year, and every assembly must be tested when it is installed. You may also need a test after a repair or when the city sends a notice. If you’re unsure, call us and we’ll check what applies to your property.
Do you send my test report to the City of College Station?
Yes. We complete the city’s backflow test form for each assembly and mail the signed original to Water Services. The city asks for it within 30 days of the test. You also get a copy for your records.
What are the signs my backflow preventer needs repair?
Look for water dripping or spraying from the relief valve, low water pressure, a cracked or frosted housing after a freeze, or a failed annual test. Call us promptly, because a failed device can put your property out of compliance.
Discover College Station, TX
College Station is home to more than 125,000 residents and to Texas A&M University. It sits in Brazos County, about 90 miles from both Houston and Austin. Its blend of game-day energy, research campuses and fast-growing neighborhoods makes it one of the busiest communities we serve.
On a free afternoon, you can visit the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum on the Texas A&M campus, Kyle Field, where more than 100,000 fans fill the stands on fall Saturdays, Lick Creek Park, with its trails, wildlife and nature center on the south side of town, Wolf Pen Creek Park & Amphitheater, a hub for outdoor concerts and festivals, and Northgate, the historic district across from campus that is packed with restaurants and live music.