Backflow testing for City of San Bruno customers
San Bruno requires backflow devices where hazards exist and has them tested and maintained regularly in partnership with San Mateo County Environmental Health. BackflowCare tests assemblies for City of San Bruno customers in San Bruno, and files the results with City of San Bruno.
- Area
- San Mateo County
- Cities we serve
- San Bruno
- Annual test
- Owner hires a certified tester
- Deadline
- The tester sends the test report to County Environmental Health within 10 calendar days.
- City of San Bruno fee
- Late testing can bring administrative fines of up to $500 per day, per assembly.
- Our price
- $199 per device ($25 off for new customers)
City of San Bruno testing rules
- In the San Mateo County program, only a County-certified backflow tester may test assemblies.
- Assemblies must be tested at least once a year, and again after installation or repair.
Source: City of San Bruno Water backflow program (official page), checked October 19, 2026.
City of San Bruno backflow questions
Who tests backflow devices for City of San Bruno customers?
San Bruno requires backflow devices where hazards exist and has them tested and maintained regularly in partnership with San Mateo County Environmental Health.
Which cities does City of San Bruno serve?
We serve City of San Bruno customers in San Bruno.
When is the City of San Bruno backflow test due?
The tester sends the test report to County Environmental Health within 10 calendar days.
Does City of San Bruno charge a backflow fee?
Late testing can bring administrative fines of up to $500 per day, per assembly. It is separate from our $199 test price.