| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $75 to $175 per device |
| Time | About 1 to 3 hours per device |
| Who's qualified | A South Carolina state-certified backflow prevention tester |
Johns Island, SC: what's different here
Johns Island is in Charleston County, about 12 miles and roughly 19 minutes by car from Charleston via the main highway. Most homes in ZIP 29455 are newer, with a median build year of 2001 and 53.0% built in 2000 or later. The area averages 66.0°F annually with 53.6 inches of precipitation, and the mean commute is 23 minutes.
How often does South Carolina require a boiler backflow preventer test?
South Carolina requires backflow prevention assemblies to be tested after installation and before use, then at least once annually unless a specific exception applies. Each assembly must also be tested immediately after any repairs are made to it.
Who can perform a boiler backflow preventer test in Johns Island?
Only a state-certified backflow prevention tester can legally perform the test in South Carolina. A certified tester holds an up-to-date backflow prevention assembly tester certification card issued by the Department.
How do testers stay certified in South Carolina?
Completion of a four-day training course is a prerequisite for certification as a Backflow Prevention Device Tester in South Carolina. The course has an estimated tuition of $699.00, not including fees and equipment, plus a $150 state certification processing fee.
What equipment does the tester use?
South Carolina's approved assembly notice says field-test equipment must be calibrated or certified annually, with at least 6 reference points. Ask the pro about their test kit's calibration.
What to do next
- Schedule the annual test required by S.C. Code Regs. § 61-58.7.F for your boiler backflow preventer.
- Ask the pro for proof of a current South Carolina backflow prevention assembly tester certification card.
- Request a quote that states the per-device price and expected time, since typical visits run 1 to 3 hours.
- If your assembly was recently repaired, book an immediate retest as state rules require.
- Call (843) 286-4721 or email [email protected] for a free quote from a licensed, insured local backflow tester.
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