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How to Become an Approved Tester
We only accept backflow test results from testers who are on our Approved Tester List.
Upcoming Backflow Tester Orientations -
To remain on our List of Approved Backflow Testers, you must complete recertification every three years.
Charleston Water System is an SCDHEC backflow recertification site, and we hold recertification tests quarterly. The fee is $80.
How to become a CWS Approved Backflow Tester
- Complete SCDHEC certification.
- Attend a Charleston Water System orientation session. Contact us for more info.
- Follow our policies and procedures as outlined in our Cross Connection Control Program Manual.
- Tester recertification is required every three years ($80 fee.)
Upcoming Backflow Tester Orientations -
Held at our main office, 103 St. Philip Street, Charleston, SC 29403.
Register: backflow@charlestoncpw.com
Postponed at this time due to COVID-19. We will update this site with more information as it comes. If you have any questions, please send an email to backflow@charlestoncpw.com.
Tester Recertification
To remain on our List of Approved Backflow Testers, you must complete recertification every three years.
Charleston Water System is an SCDHEC backflow recertification site, and we hold recertification tests quarterly. The fee is $80.
Backflow Tester Recertification Tests
Tests are held at our main office, 103 St. Philip Street, Charleston, SC 29403. To register, send an email to backflow@charlestoncpw.com.
Postponed at this time due to COVID-19. We will update this site with more information as it comes. If you have any questions, please send an email to backflow@charlestoncpw.com.
Contact Us
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Cross-Connection Control Department
103 St. Philip Street
PO Box B (29402)
Charleston, SC 29403
Directions
General Info
(843) 727-7148
Installation Inspection Request
(843) 727-6981
Fax: 843-579-6852
Email Us
John Watkins
Cross-Connection Manager
Email
Randy Hunt
Cross-Connection Inspector
Email
Don Sondles
Cross-Connection Inspector
Email
Related Documents
- Field Test Report - Printable Form
- Cross Connection Control Program Manual
- List of Approved Backflow Testers
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