Annual Backflow Testing — No Hidden Fees

Most Iowa commercial properties and irrigation systems are required to have their backflow prevention assemblies tested every year by a state-certified tester. MCS Backflow handles your annual test start to finish: certified testing, same-day digital report, and direct online filing with your utility — all for one competitive flat per-device rate.

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Certified & Registered

Iowa DIAL license BPAT5795. Registered online filing tester — we file your passing report directly with your water authority the same day.

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Flat Per-Device Pricing

No trip fees, no re-test fees, no paperwork fees. Portfolio pricing available for 10+ devices.

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Same-Week Scheduling

Most Quad Cities accounts scheduled within 3–5 business days. Early-morning and evening slots available.

How Your Annual Test Works

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Request a Quote

Fill out the form or call (563) 200-7805. We confirm device count, assembly type, and your utility (your water authority, municipal, etc.).

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On-Site Certified Test

We test each backflow prevention assembly using calibrated, state-approved gauges. Most tests take 20–30 minutes per device. No disruption to your operations.

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Same-Day Online Filing

Passing test results filed online the same day. You receive your digital test report immediately. Compliance confirmed.

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Repairs If Needed

Failed device? We repair internal check valves, relief valves, springs, and seats on-site during the same visit when possible. Re-test after repair is always free.

Frequently Asked Questions

Iowa utilities require most commercial backflow prevention assemblies to be tested once per calendar year. Your utility (your water authority, City of Davenport, etc.) will send a compliance notice when your test is due.
We test all common assembly types: Reduced Pressure Zone (RPZ/RPBA), Double Check Valve (DCVA), Pressure Vacuum Breaker (PVB), and Spill-Resistant Vacuum Breaker (SVB). If you're unsure what type you have, we'll identify it on-site.
Yes — completely. We're a registered online filer and file your passing report directly with your utility the same day as your test. You don't touch a thing.
We carry common repair parts and can repair most failures on-site during the same visit. Re-tests after any repair we perform are always free — no extra charge.
Yes — Iowa DIAL backflow prevention assembly tester license BPAT5795, registered online filer, fully insured, veteran-owned Iowa LLC.

Schedule Your Annual Test

Response within 24 hours. Most properties scheduled within the same week.

Request a Quote