When a backflow device needs commissioning, annual testing or a check after maintenance, clear records and site access details can make the process easier. Find a Master Plumber connects commercial and industrial customers with plumbing businesses associated with Master Plumbers WA for backflow testing and related work.
BMAC Services (Aust) Pty Ltd is a Huntingdale-based plumbing and gas business servicing Western Australian clients across gas and housing construction work. The business is listed as a member of The Master Plumbers & Gasfitters Association of WA and operates from 5 Madden Place, Huntingdale WA 6110.
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Shelley Plumbing is a family-owned and operated plumbing and gas fitting business based in Canning Vale, Western Australia. Established in 1994, the business has more than 30 years of experience supporting residential and commercial customers with professional plumbing and gas services.
Its services include domestic and commercial plumbing... maintenance, commercial construction, gas fitting, gas appliance servicing, hot water systems, water leak detection, backflow prevention and renovation plumbing. This broad capability allows Shelley Plumbing to support customers with routine maintenance, specialist services and larger plumbing projects.
Known for its long-standing industry experience and personalised approach, Shelley Plumbing is committed to providing practical advice, dependable service and quality workmanship. As a member of The Master Plumbers and Gasfitters Association WA, the business supports professional standards across Western Australia’s plumbing and gas fitting industry.
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Impulse Plumbing is a Canning Vale-based commercial and industrial plumbing contractor servicing builders, businesses, civil contractors and project clients across Perth and Western Australia. The business provides hydraulic services, commercial plumbing, industrial plumbing, drainage, gas, hot water systems, backflow and project-based plumbing... support.
Privately owned and established in 2002, Impulse Plumbing has built a strong reputation as a highly regarded hydraulic services company in Perth. The business supports major building and civil projects, as well as smaller-scale commercial and industrial operations, with a focus on high-quality project delivery, professional workmanship and strong relationships with recognised commercial builders.
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We are an established, independent business with a proven record of delivering specialised solutions throughout Western Australia for over 45 years.
With our highly skilled team, modern fleet and award-winning projects showcased state-wide, we are dedicated to providing exceptional service and value to our clients. We are family owned and... operated and our reputation is built on forming strong relationships, working collaboratively to achieve unique and cost-effective results whilst maintaining the highest quality and safety standards.
We offer a wealth of industry expertise and our well-recognised capabilities add value to projects from concept through to completion. The agility we are known for facilitates innovative turnkey solutions that overcome unique project challenges, saving time and providing value for money. Our client base is diverse and includes private businesses and public utilities in the resources, Defence, Commercial, Retail, Health and Community infrastructure sectors.
We strive to deliver every project successfully as a trusted, reliable partner, whether we are leading as Head Contractor or supporting Australia’s most renowned Contractors.
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Backflow testing helps confirm whether a testable backflow prevention device is still protecting the drinking water supply as intended. For businesses, facilities and industrial sites, the task often sits alongside asset management, access controls and the need to limit disruption to normal operations.
Testable devices have moving parts, seals, springs, check valves, relief valves and test points. Over time, components can wear, become fouled with debris, leak or stop holding pressure correctly. A field test provides a practical check of device performance and can identify whether repair, replacement or further investigation may be needed.
When backflow testing may be required
Backflow testing may be arranged following installation, as part of ongoing device management, or after maintenance, repair or replacement. It can also be relevant when a device is leaking or discharging, when records need updating, or when a site needs a current test report for its own administrative requirements.
In Western Australia, Water Corporation requires boundary containment backflow devices to be registered and tested at commissioning. Subsequent testing is required annually or after maintenance. Water Corporation states that test reports must be submitted through its online lodgement system by an accredited backflow tester permitted to test those devices.
Water Corporation also states that installation, commissioning and repair of backflow prevention devices must be carried out by a licensed plumbing contractor, while accredited backflow testers can test testable devices. Confirm the scope of your particular job with the plumbing business you choose.
What happens during commercial backflow testing
Commercial backflow testing involves inspection and field testing of the device. The tester may record the device condition and readings, assess whether its operation aligns with expected performance, and identify whether servicing, repair, replacement or further investigation is appropriate.
Depending on the device and its condition, related work may involve cleaning strainers or internal components, replacing seals, springs, check valves or relief-valve parts, or investigating a failed test. A failed result does not by itself determine the final solution; the condition of the device and the site circumstances need to be considered.
For commercial backflow prevention testing, ask how test results and any recommended follow-up work will be documented. This supports clearer communication between site contacts, maintenance teams and the plumbing business.
Information that helps a plumbing business prepare
Good information before attendance can help a plumbing business understand the asset, arrange appropriate access and work around operational restrictions. Useful details include:
the device make, model, size, serial number and asset ID, where available;
previous test reports, maintenance history and Water Corporation registration details;
the exact device location, photographs of the valve assembly and any visible labels;
whether the device is leaking or discharging, and whether water can be isolated;
site contact details, access instructions, induction requirements and permitted working hours;
shutdown restrictions, tenant or business continuity considerations, and the person authorised to approve repairs; and
the report format needed and the reason for the test, such as routine compliance, a fault, water loss, sale or insurance.
For an industrial backflow testing enquiry, also flag relevant safety permits, process impacts, environmental controls, confined-space risks, hot works requirements and critical production impacts. These details help the plumbing business assess the practical conditions before attending.
Testing, repairs and installation are different jobs
Service
What it addresses
Backflow testing
Inspection and field testing to assess whether a testable device is operating as intended.
Repairs and maintenance
Attention to worn, leaking, damaged or failed components and devices.
Installation
Work associated with fitting and commissioning a backflow prevention device.
Knowing which outcome you need helps direct the enquiry. If the immediate requirement is a test but the device fails, the plumbing business can discuss the appropriate follow-up work and any site considerations.
Products and equipment you may encounter
Backflow assemblies, components and testing equipment can be associated with a range of brands and supply channels. Examples customers may encounter include Watts, Febco, Zurn, Wilkins, Apollo, RMC, AVG, Bermad, Ames and Enware. Reece, Galvins, Tradelink, Parkwood Plumbing Centre, Bunnings and Plumbing Plus are also among the supply channels associated with backflow products.
Names on an existing device, valve assembly or test equipment can be useful reference details when making an enquiry. They do not, on their own, establish the condition of a device or the work required.
Choose a Master Plumber with the right information
Find a Master Plumber is backed by the Master Plumbers and Gasfitters Association of Western Australia. It connects customers with Master Plumbers and plumbing businesses associated with Master Plumbers WA, helping customers make a more informed choice of plumbing business for a property or project.
For a commercial backflow device testing request, be clear about the device, site and operational constraints rather than relying on a broad description. This gives the plumbing business a more useful starting point for discussing the testing work and any likely follow-up.
It is the inspection and field testing of a testable backflow prevention device to confirm whether it is still protecting the drinking water supply as intended.
When are boundary containment devices tested in Western Australia?
Water Corporation requires registered boundary containment backflow devices to be tested at commissioning, then annually or after maintenance.
What if a device fails its test?
A failed test can indicate a need for fault diagnosis, servicing, repair, replacement or further investigation. The appropriate next step depends on the device condition and site circumstances.
Who can test a registered device?
Water Corporation states that test reports for these devices must be submitted through its online lodgement system by an accredited backflow tester permitted to test them.
What should I provide before testing is arranged?
Provide available device and asset details, prior reports, the location, access requirements, site restrictions, isolation information and the appropriate site contact.
Use Find a Master Plumber to choose a plumbing business for commercial or industrial backflow testing. Have your device details, previous reports and site access requirements ready to support a clearer enquiry.
