Utah Backflow Prevention Services

Our founder, Dan Davies, started Water Damage Specialists in Lehi in 2007. He brought years of expertise from the Bay Area's restoration industry back to his home state, and his mission has always been the same: deliver superior service and drive innovation in Utah backflow prevention. Eighteen years later, that's still how we operate every single day.

Who We Are

When you call us, you're not calling a national franchise or a 1-800 answering service. You're calling a local Utah backflow prevention company at (801) 768-4710, and you're talking to someone who knows the Wasatch Front: the soil, the weather, the plumbing, and the neighborhoods.

We follow IICRC Standards, the highest standards in the restoration industry. Our technicians receive training and certification from renowned instructors to make sure we're keeping you, your family, and your home protected. And if we can't meet the highest standards for a job, we won't take it on. Your property deserves only the best care.

Our Service Areas

We provide Utah backflow prevention throughout Utah County and East Salt Lake County, including American Fork, Cottonwood Heights, Draper, Eagle Mountain, Heber City, Lehi, Midvale, Midway, Millcreek, Murray, Orem, Park City, Pleasant Grove, Provo, Salt Lake City, Sandy, Saratoga Springs, Snyderville, West Jordan, and West Valley City.

Whether your property is in a mountain community like Park City or Heber City, or down in the valley in Provo or West Jordan, we can get a certified tester to your door fast.

Licensed, Certified & Trusted

We hold IICRC certification (Company ID #70169087), Utah State License #7033426-5501, and Restoration Industry Association (RIA) Certified Restorer status. We're also HomeAdvisor Screened & Approved with a Top Rated badge and a 5-Year badge.

These aren't logos we slap on a website and forget about. They represent ongoing training, annual continuing education, and the kind of accountability that means our backflow test reports are accepted by every water authority along the Wasatch Front.

• IICRC certified (Company ID #70169087)
• Utah State License #7033426-5501
• Restoration Industry Association (RIA) Certified Restorer
• HomeAdvisor Screened & Approved, Top Rated, 5-Year badge
• Background-checked crews
• Open 24/7/365, including holidays

We Understand Utah

Utah isn't like other states when it comes to backflow prevention. Our winters drop overnight temperatures into the single digits, freezing and cracking exposed backflow assemblies on irrigation systems and exterior connections. Our hard water builds scale inside check valves and relief valves, causing them to fail their annual test. Our mountain irrigation demands push high pressure through residential systems that older assemblies weren't built for. A company from out of state doesn't understand any of that.

We've worked through every Utah season for over 18 years. We know that a cold snap in November means a wave of cracked PVB and RPZ assemblies from homes with above-ground irrigation backflow. We know which Utah water authorities require which test forms and submission deadlines. We know that older homes along the east bench have different backflow setups than new construction in Saratoga Springs or Eagle Mountain.

When you call us for Utah backflow prevention, you get that knowledge. You get a neighbor who's been testing and servicing assemblies across this valley for nearly two decades, dealing with the exact same setups you have right now.

When your backflow assembly fails, the consequences move fast: contaminated water, code violations, water shutoffs from the city. We don't show up with a generic test kit and a prayer. We arrive with the right gauges, certified testers, and a proven three-step process: Test, Diagnose, Repair or Replace. We are with you every step of the way.

Utah Backflow Prevention

When a backflow preventer fails, the clock is already ticking. Within days, your local water authority can issue a notice, fine you for non-compliance, or shut off service until the assembly is tested and repaired. And if a real backflow event occurs, contaminated water from your irrigation, boiler, or fire suppression system can siphon back into the public water supply. Most companies show up, run a generic test, and call it done. That's not Utah backflow prevention. That's negligence.

Our certified testers arrive with calibrated differential pressure gauges, full repair part inventory for every common assembly type, and the experience to diagnose failure points fast. We test the assembly, then we go deeper. Using manufacturer specifications and Utah water authority requirements, we verify every check valve, every relief valve, every air inlet so nothing gets signed off that shouldn't be.

We test, repair, or replace the assembly and submit the report. Period. If the test results are out of spec, we don't pencil-whip the form. We diagnose the problem, complete the repair, retest, and only then submit certified results to your water authority. That's the difference between a company that "fills out forms" and a Utah backflow prevention team that protects the public water supply and your compliance status.

• Annual testing on RPZ, DC, PVB, and SVB assemblies
• Certified test reports submitted directly to your water authority
• Full repair inventory for every common Utah assembly type
• Replacement and new installation when repair isn't cost-effective
• Licensed plumbers and certified backflow testers on the same call

Annual Backflow Testing

Most Utah water authorities require annual backflow testing on every assembly that protects the public water supply. We perform certified testing on residential irrigation, commercial buildings, fire lines, boilers, and industrial systems. This is not a job for an unlicensed handyman. Professional backflow testing is the difference between a passed compliance report and a notice from the city that your water service is being shut off.

Backflow Repair

After testing, the real work begins when an assembly fails. Standard "test only" companies will hand you a failed report and walk away, leaving you to find a separate plumber to make the repair. We specialize in professional backflow repair for our Utah customers, carrying full rebuild kits and replacement components for every common assembly type. We diagnose the failed component, replace it on the same call when possible, and retest to verify the repair before submitting certified results.

Freeze Damage & Winter Failures

If you own a home or property along the Wasatch Front, your backflow preventer is at risk every winter. Utah's cold snaps drop overnight temperatures into the single digits, and an irrigation backflow assembly that wasn't winterized properly will crack at the brass body, the bonnet, or the valve cap. Add older PVB assemblies installed before insulated covers were standard, and every November through February becomes backflow failure season for thousands of properties from Salt Lake City to Provo.

A cracked backflow assembly isn't just a spring repair item. It's a compliance issue. When you turn the irrigation back on in April and water shoots out of a split brass body, your system is offline until the assembly is replaced and retested. And until that's complete, you can't legally water your landscape.

We've replaced and tested hundreds of Utah backflow assemblies. We know which neighborhoods see the most freeze damage. We know which assembly brands handle Utah water best, and which ones fail their first retest. We know that a property in Sandy at the base of the Wasatch Range faces a completely different freeze risk than a property in West Valley.

• Spring inspection and retest after winter shutdown
• Replacement of cracked or freeze-damaged assemblies
• Insulated cover and freeze protection recommendations
• Winterization service to prevent next year's freeze damage
• Full documentation for water authority compliance and insurance

Backflow Assembly Replacement

A backflow failure isn't always repairable. Cracked brass bodies, corroded internal components, and assemblies past their service life often need full replacement. Code requirements have also changed over the years, and some older assemblies no longer meet current Utah standards regardless of whether they pass a test. This is not something you handle by patching the same failing assembly year after year.

Our crews replace residential and commercial backflow assemblies with code-compliant new units sized correctly for your system. We coordinate with your water authority on permit requirements, schedule the replacement to minimize service interruption, and submit the new test certificate as soon as the install is complete.

After replacement, we retest the new assembly, document the install with photos and the certified test report, and file the paperwork with your water authority on your behalf.

• Full replacement of failed or non-compliant assemblies
• RPZ, DC, PVB, and SVB installations sized to your system
• Permit coordination with your local water authority
• Certified test report submitted on your behalf
• Insulated cover and freeze protection installed where appropriate

Commercial Backflow Programs

Backflow compliance for a commercial property isn't just about one assembly. A typical office building, retail center, or restaurant can have multiple devices: domestic supply, fire suppression, irrigation, and process water all on separate assemblies, each with its own annual test cycle. We don't just test the one device you remembered to call about. Our commercial backflow program tracks every assembly on your property, schedules annual testing on the right cycle, files reports with the right authority, and notifies you before deadlines hit.

Code-Required New Installation

Adding irrigation? Installing a boiler? Putting in a fire suppression system? Utah code requires backflow protection on every cross-connection that could contaminate the public water supply. We handle new backflow installation alongside the original work, sized correctly for the application and inspected by your water authority before service is approved.

Asbestos and Lead Abatement

Older Utah commercial properties can contain asbestos in pipe wrapping near backflow assemblies, and lead in original supply lines. When backflow replacement requires opening walls or replacing connected piping, disturbing those materials without proper handling creates serious health hazards. We handle abatement safely and in compliance with EPA regulations.

Reconstruction & Finish Work

When backflow replacement requires opening a mechanical room wall or pulling cabinetry, we don't just install the new assembly and leave. We handle the rebuild: drywall, paint, trim, and finish work to restore your property to its pre-install condition. One company from start to finish. No chasing down separate contractors.

When a backflow assembly fails and causes water damage to your property, dealing with insurance is stressful enough without having to figure it all out on your own. We guide you through the process from start to finish so your claims are handled smoothly and you can focus on running your property. We work with all insurance companies.

How We Help With Your Insurance Claim

Here's what happens when you call us: we arrive, assess the failed assembly and any resulting damage, and begin Utah backflow prevention work and water mitigation immediately. While we're working to stop the damage from spreading, we're also building the documentation your insurance company will need to process your claim.

We work with all major insurance carriers in Utah. We know their processes, their adjusters, and their expectations, especially when it comes to backflow-related claims, where coverage often depends on whether the failure was sudden, freeze-related, or due to deferred maintenance. In many cases, we handle the paperwork for you. That means less time on hold, fewer forms to fill out, and a smoother path to getting your property restored.

The Documentation Process: Test Reports, Thermal Imaging & Xactimate

Insurance adjusters don't approve claims based on your word. They approve claims based on data. That's why every Utah backflow prevention and water damage job we perform is documented with the kind of precision that leaves no room for denial.

From the moment we arrive, we're capturing high-resolution photos of the failed assembly, recording certified test results, shooting thermal images to reveal hidden moisture, and creating detailed moisture maps of every affected area. These maps show the exact moisture content of walls, floors, and ceilings, measured in real time with calibrated meters, so the adjuster can see exactly what failed, what was wet, how wet it was, and how we repaired and dried it.

All of our estimates are built in Xactimate, the industry-standard pricing software that every major insurance carrier uses. When your adjuster opens our estimate, it's in the same format, using the same line items, at the same pricing they expect. That eliminates the back-and-forth negotiation that bogs down claims from less experienced companies.

• Photo and video documentation of the failed backflow assembly
• Certified test reports showing pre-failure compliance status when available
• Thermal imaging cameras to document hidden moisture invisible to the naked eye
• Calibrated moisture meters for real-time readings on every material type
• Xactimate estimates matching carrier-standard line items and pricing
• Full documentation package delivered to your adjuster

Claims Navigation: Your Advocate From Filing to Final Payment

Filing a backflow-related water damage claim shouldn't feel like a second disaster, but for a lot of property owners, it does. You're already dealing with a damaged property and a compliance issue with your water authority, and now you're on hold with your insurance company trying to figure out what's covered, what's not, and what paperwork you need to submit. Coverage on backflow failures varies widely depending on whether the cause was sudden, freeze-related, or due to wear and tear, which makes the process even more confusing.

That's where we step in. We walk you through the entire claims process, from the initial call to your carrier, through the adjuster's inspection, all the way to final payment. We know what triggers denials on Utah backflow prevention claims (late reporting, insufficient documentation, scope disputes, deferred maintenance exclusions) and we make sure none of those problems trip you up.

Think of us as your advocate. If an adjuster tries to underpay the claim or exclude legitimate damage, we push back with data: moisture readings, thermal images, assembly failure documentation, until the scope is right.

• Step-by-step guidance on filing your initial claim
• On-site coordination with your insurance adjuster during inspection
• Scope-of-loss documentation that stands up to adjuster review
• Supplement filing when additional damage is discovered during repair
• Dispute support if your claim is underpaid or partially denied

We've been serving Utah since 2007. That's over 18 years of testing, repairing, and replacing backflow assemblies across the Wasatch Front. Our IICRC certification, Utah state licensing, RIA Certified Restorer status, and A+ BBB rating reflect how we operate on every single job.

18 Years of Utah Backflow Prevention

Since 2007 we have handled every type of backflow scenario that Utah throws at property owners: cracked PVB assemblies after a hard freeze, failed RPZ relief valves on commercial fire lines, scaled-up check valves from years of hard water, irrigation backflow that wasn't winterized properly, and code-driven new installations on additions and remodels across the Salt Lake Valley.

Our approach follows a proven three-step process. First, we test: our certified testers identify failure points using calibrated differential pressure gauges and manufacturer specifications. Second, we repair or replace: using licensed plumbing techniques and full part inventory, we swiftly rebuild or swap out the failed assembly. Third, we certify and submit: we retest the assembly, document the work, and file the certified test report directly with your local water authority.

Until the job is done, we don't leave you guessing about your compliance status. We stay until the new test results pass and the report is filed.

When other Utah backflow prevention companies are too busy to take the call, they refer their customers to us. That's not a marketing claim. That's something our clients have told us directly.

Commercial Capacity

We handle residential and commercial backflow prevention. When an RPZ on a fire line fails its annual test, or an irrigation assembly cracks before a property reopens for the season, the stakes go beyond property damage. You're dealing with code violations, water shutoff threats, and potential contamination of the public supply.

Our team coordinates with building management, tenants, and water authorities to minimize service interruption and keep your property compliant. We also offer commercial backflow tracking programs for local businesses. We'll catalog every assembly on your property, schedule annual testing on the right cycle, file certified reports with the right authority, and notify you before deadlines hit so you're never scrambling at the last minute.

What Our Clients Are Saying

The feedback we hear most often comes down to three things: how fast we respond, how knowledgeable our technicians are, and how much easier we make the process than people expect.

Here's what real clients have said about working with us:

"This was my first time dealing with a flood! They came out and were on it within 2 hours! They were awesome! They communicated well and are very professional! They made my flooding experience better than expected! I would definitely recommend them and hire them again!" - HomeAdvisor Review

"Water Damage Specialists were fantastic to work with. Very responsive, extremely knowledgeable and honest. Would recommend their service to anyone." - HomeAdvisor Review

"Extremely knowledgeable. Great table side manners, took time to educate us, someone who you know actually cares about you, the problem. Helped us with a section of water damage in our home. Great team." - HomeAdvisor Review

"They came out and were able to find the leak in our bathroom that two other plumbers couldn't find." - BBB Review

"Rob and his team were great! Their communication, professionalism, and quality of work was A+ when we had our sewage backed up. They were quick to respond when we first called, and were transparent about the process the whole time. They also went above and beyond by providing awesome referrals to other services that were needed." - Angi Review

"Water Damage Specialists Inc. are the industry standard." - Thumbtack Review

Don't wait for a notice from your water authority. A failed backflow assembly can cost you compliance, water service, and in the worst case, contamination of the public supply. Test, repair, replace. Stay compliant. Protect your property.

24/7 Emergency Line

Backflow failures don't wait for business hours, and neither do we. Our emergency line is answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including holidays, weekends, and the middle of the night.

When you call, we dispatch certified backflow testers with the right equipment to assess the situation and begin work immediately. Our rapid response ensures that Utah backflow prevention testing, repair, and replacement processes begin without delay, keeping you compliant and minimizing disruption to your property.

Stay compliant. Protect the water supply. Avoid service shutoffs. Pick up the phone.

Call (801) 768-4710 now. We're open 24/7, even holidays.

Free Assessment

Not sure if you have a backflow problem? Maybe you got a notice from your water authority about overdue testing. Maybe your irrigation backflow looks corroded after a hard winter. Maybe you just bought a property and have no idea when the assembly was last tested. These are early warning signs, and ignoring them is how a small repair turns into a water shutoff and a code violation.

Our thorough backflow assessment identifies the condition of your assembly and provides a clear roadmap for testing, repair, or replacement. We use calibrated differential pressure gauges, visual inspection, and water authority records to find problems that aren't obvious from the outside. If there's a problem, we'll explain exactly what needs to happen and what it will cost. If there's no problem, we'll tell you that too.

Preventive Services

Beyond emergency response, we help you safeguard your property with annual backflow testing, freeze protection installation, winterization service, and proactive assembly replacement before failures force your hand. Utah backflow prevention is always cheaper as scheduled maintenance than as an emergency response after a freeze.

If you manage a commercial property, our team can catalog every backflow assembly on your facility, schedule annual testing on the right cycle, file certified reports with the right water authority, and notify you before deadlines hit so you're not scrambling.

Stay compliant. Protect your tenants, your inventory, and your revenue. Call us today.

Call (801) 768-4710 now. We're open 24/7, even holidays.

Current Offers

• $50 off any backflow testing service (mention coupon at time of booking)
• $100 off any backflow repair (mention coupon at time of booking)
• $175 off backflow assembly replacement (mention coupon at time of booking)