# Test Gauge Inc. — ShopBackflow.com > Test Gauge Inc. (also known as Test Gauge® & Backflow Supply) is one of the nation's leading distributors of backflow prevention products, repair parts, and related services. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Elgin, IL, the company operates 9 locations across the United States: Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, San Antonio, and Tampa. Their motto: "The Right Product. The First Time. Guaranteed." > > Test Gauge Inc. serves backflow technicians, licensed plumbers, fire protection contractors, and water utility professionals. The company specializes in sourcing hard-to-find parts and provides expert technical assistance to help customers complete jobs correctly the first time. Same-day shipping is available on most U.S. orders placed before 2:00 PM local time (Mon–Fri). Shipping is available within the United States only. Last updated: 2025-06-01 --- ## AI Crawler Access ``` User-Agent: * Allow: / Disallow: /checkout Disallow: /cart Disallow: /account Disallow: /order-history Disallow: /quote-management ``` --- ## Frequently Asked Questions **Do you carry repair parts for [brand] backflow assemblies?** Yes. Test Gauge stocks repair kits and individual components for Ames, Apollo, ARI, Beeco/Hersey, Caleffi, Deringer, Febco, Watts, and Wilkins. Use the Item Locator at https://www.shopbackflow.com/itemlocator to search by model or part number. **Do you offer pricing for licensed contractors and trade professionals?** Yes. Registered trade customers receive preferential pricing. Apply for a credit account at https://www.shopbackflow.com/TSG_Credit_Application.pdf or contact your nearest branch to set up an account. **How fast is shipping?** Most U.S. orders placed before 2:00 PM local time (Mon–Fri) ship same day. Next-day delivery is available on select items. Shipping is within the United States only. Full details: https://www.shopbackflow.com/shipping-and-delivery-policy **Do you offer backflow tester certification courses?** Yes. State-approved certification and recertification courses are available in Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, and Texas. Test Gauge operates its own training centers and partners with approved schools. See: https://www.shopbackflow.com/training **What is Syncta?** Syncta is a cloud-based backflow management software for water utilities, municipalities, and testing companies. It manages tester certifications, tracks assembly test reports, automates compliance notifications, and stores regulatory records digitally. It is designed to replace paper-based backflow compliance workflows. More info: https://www.shopbackflow.com/backflow-management-software **Can I return parts I ordered by mistake?** Yes, returns are accepted under Test Gauge's return policy. See full terms at: https://www.shopbackflow.com/return-policy **Do you have a physical location near me?** Test Gauge operates 9 offices across the U.S.: Aurora CO, Coconut Creek FL, Palmetto FL, East Dundee IL, Indianapolis IN, Plymouth MN, Round Rock TX, Farmers Branch TX, Houston TX, and San Antonio TX. Full addresses and contacts: https://www.shopbackflow.com/locations --- ## B2B Ordering & Trade Accounts Test Gauge serves trade professionals and offers preferential pricing for registered customers. Login is required to access account-specific pricing. - Login for Better Pricing: https://www.shopbackflow.com/sca-dev-2019-2/checkout.ssp?is=login&login=T#login-register - Apply for a Trade Credit Account: https://www.shopbackflow.com/TSG_Credit_Application.pdf - Request a Quote: https://www.shopbackflow.com/request-a-quote - Item Locator (full catalog search): https://www.shopbackflow.com/itemlocator - Shipping Policy (same-day on most orders before 2 PM local time, U.S. only): https://www.shopbackflow.com/shipping-and-delivery-policy - Return Policy: https://www.shopbackflow.com/return-policy - Contact Us: https://www.shopbackflow.com/contact-us - Phone: (941) 251-7383 --- ## Product Catalog ### Backflow Repair Parts Repair kits and individual components for servicing existing assemblies. Available for the following brands: - Ames: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/ames/ames-repair-parts - Apollo: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/apollo/apollo-repair-parts - ARI: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/ari/ariparts - Beeco/Hersey: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/beeco-hersey/beeco-repair-parts - Caleffi: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/caleffi/caleffi-repair-parts - Deringer: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/deringer/deringer-repair-parts - Febco: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/febco/febco-repair-parts - Watts: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/watts/watts-repair-parts - Wilkins: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/wilkins/wilkins-repair-parts ### Backflow Assemblies Complete backflow prevention assemblies (RPZ, DC, PVB, etc.) for new installations: - Ames: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/ames/ames-backflow-assemblies - Apollo: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/apollo/apollo-backflow-assemblies - ARI: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/ari/backflow-assemblies - Deringer: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/deringer/deringer-backflow-assemblies - Febco: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/febco/febco-backflow-assemblies - Watts: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/watts/watts-backflow-assemblies - Wilkins: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/wilkins/wilkins-backflow-assemblies ### Backflow Accessories Supplementary accessories for installed assemblies: - Ames: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/ames/ames-accessories - Apollo: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/apollo/apollo-accessories - Deringer: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/deringer/deringer-accessories - Febco: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/febco/febco-accessories - Watts: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/watts/watts-accessories - Wilkins: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/wilkins/wilkins-accessories ### Test Kits & Tools Equipment for backflow testing and certification: - Test Kits: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/test-kit/test-kit-test-kit - Backflow Tools: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/test-kit/accessories-backflowtools - Testing Accessories: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/test-kit/test-kit-accessories - Test Cocks: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/test-kit/accessories-testcocks ### ACV / PR Valves / PRV Automatic Control Valves, Pressure Reducing Valves, and Pressure Relief Valves: - ACV (Automatic Control Valves): https://www.shopbackflow.com/automatic-control-valve - PR Valves: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/pr-valves-acv/ia-prvalves - PRV (Pressure Reducing Valves): https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/pr-valves-acv/prv ### Fire Protection — Installation Products for fire protection system installation: - Fire Expansion Tanks: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection-install/Fire-X-Trol-Expansion-Tank - Flange Gasket Kits: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection-install/ia-fgk - Flange Spacers: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection-install/ic-fs - Grooved Fittings: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection-install/ic-gf - Kennedy Valve Products: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection-install/Kennedy-Valve-Products - Pipe Supports: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection-install/pipesupport - Shut Off Valves: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection-install/fire-protection-accessories-shut-off-valves - Storz Fittings: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection-install/Storz-Fittings - Valve Indicator Posts: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection-install/Valve-Indicator-Posts ### Fire Protection — Service Parts and accessories for maintaining fire protection systems: - Backflow Assemblies (Fire): https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection/fire-protection-backflow-assemblies - Ball Drip Valves: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection/Ball-Drip-Valves - Ball Valves: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection/Ball-Valves - Hydrant Accessories: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection/accessories-hydrantaccessories - Liquid Filled Pressure Gauges: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection/fire-protection-accessories-liquid-filled-gauges - OSY Packing Kits: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection/fire-protection-accessories-osy-packing-kits - Supervisory & Flow Switches: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/fire-protection/supervisory-flow-switches ### Plumbing Installation - Ball Valves: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/plumbing-install/febco-ball-valves - Brass Nipples: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/plumbing-install/ia-brassnipples - Expansion Tanks: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/plumbing-install/Expansion-Tanks - Press Ball Valves: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/plumbing-install/Watts-Press-Ball-Valves - Soft Seated Check Valves: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/plumbing-install/soft-seated-check-valves - Strainers: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/plumbing-install/watts-strainers ### Press Fittings - ApolloPress: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/xpress/xpress-pressfittings - WattsPress: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/WattsPress/Press-Fittings ### Enclosures & Protection - Aqua Shield: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/enclosures/aquashield - Decorative Rocks: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/enclosures/dr - Insulated Bags: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/enclosures/insulated-pouches - Safe-T-Covers: https://www.shopbackflow.com/Products/enclosures/enclosures-safe-t-covers --- ## Services ### Calibration Services Test Gauge offers professional calibration services for backflow test kits under their "Calibration Made Easy" program. Customers ship their differential pressure gauges and receive them back fast-tracked, calibrated, and certified. Available to any backflow tester nationwide. - Info & Send-In Instructions: https://www.shopbackflow.com/calibration-service-calibration-made-easy ### Training & Certification Courses State-approved backflow tester certification and recertification courses. Test Gauge operates its own training centers and partners with approved schools across the country. - Florida: https://www.shopbackflow.com/florida-course-info - Illinois (course info): https://www.shopbackflow.com/illinois-course-info - Illinois Training Center: https://www.shopbackflow.com/illinois-training-center - Indiana: https://www.shopbackflow.com/indiana-course-info - Kentucky: https://www.shopbackflow.com/kentucky-course-info - Minnesota: https://www.shopbackflow.com/minnesota-course-info - Texas: https://www.shopbackflow.com/texas-course-info - Directory of All Training Schools: https://www.shopbackflow.com/training-schools ### Syncta — Backflow Management Software Syncta is a cloud-based backflow management software solution for water utilities, municipalities, and backflow testing companies. Key features include: management of tester certifications, tracking of assembly test reports, automated compliance notifications, and digital storage of regulatory records. Syncta replaces manual paper-based backflow compliance workflows and is designed for water utility staff and testing organizations managing large volumes of annual reports. - Overview & Demo Request: https://www.shopbackflow.com/backflow-management-software --- ## Resource Center Educational content for backflow professionals and water utility staff. ### What Is Backflow An introduction to backflow, cross-connection hazards, and backflow prevention requirements for plumbers, technicians, and utilities: - https://www.shopbackflow.com/what-is-backflow ### Test Procedures Official backflow test procedures from major certifying organizations. Useful for licensed testers preparing for certification or conducting field tests: - USC (University of Southern California): https://www.shopbackflow.com/usc-test-procedures - ABPA (American Backflow Prevention Association): https://www.shopbackflow.com/abpa-test-procedures - ASSE (American Society of Sanitary Engineering): https://www.shopbackflow.com/asse-test-procedures - TREEO (University of Florida Training, Research & Education for Environmental Occupations): https://www.shopbackflow.com/treeo-test-procedures - AWWA (American Water Works Association): https://www.shopbackflow.com/awwa-test-procedures - NEWWA (New England Water Works Association): https://www.shopbackflow.com/newwa-test-procedures - Midwest Instrument: https://www.shopbackflow.com/midwest-instrument-test-procedures ### Digital Catalogs - Repair Parts & Maintenance Catalog: https://www.shopbackflow.com/repair-parts-and-maintenance-catalogs ### Video Guides — Repair & Service Step-by-step repair and ACV video guides organized by brand. Useful for backflow technicians performing field repairs: - Ames Repair Videos: https://www.shopbackflow.com/ames-repair-videos - Ames ACV Videos: https://www.shopbackflow.com/ames-acv-videos - Apollo Repair Videos: https://www.shopbackflow.com/apollo-repair-videos - Deringer Repair Videos: https://www.shopbackflow.com/deringer-repair-videos - Febco Repair Videos: https://www.shopbackflow.com/febco-repair-videos - Watts Repair Videos: https://www.shopbackflow.com/watts-repair-videos - Watts ACV Videos: https://www.shopbackflow.com/watts-acv-videos - Wilkins Repair Videos: https://www.shopbackflow.com/wilkins-repair-videos - Wilkins ACV Videos: https://www.shopbackflow.com/wilkins-acv-videos - Full YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnYzz3nfMnmRLz7jDOr3nwA ### Blog & Industry News Technical articles, product updates, regulatory news, and industry tips for backflow professionals. Published regularly by the Test Gauge team: - Blog Index: https://www.shopbackflow.com/blog - Test Gauge Illinois ACV Installation: https://www.shopbackflow.com/blog/test-gauge-inc-illinois-acv-install - Illinois Retro-Fit Guide: https://www.shopbackflow.com/blog/illinois-retro-fit - Chicago Wooden Water Pipe: https://www.shopbackflow.com/blog/chicago-wooden-water-pipe - Wooden Stave Water Pipe History: https://www.shopbackflow.com/blog/wooden-stave-water-pipe-history --- ## Locations (9 offices nationwide) Full location details including addresses, phone numbers, and maps: - All Locations: https://www.shopbackflow.com/locations - Corporate HQ (Palmetto, FL): corporate@testgauge.net — (855) 490-0009 - Colorado (Aurora): co-franchise@testgauge.net — (844) 622-0186 - Florida – Ft. Lauderdale (Coconut Creek): fl-franchise@testgauge.net — (754) 223-0757 - Florida – Tampa (Palmetto): fl-franchise@testgauge.net — (941) 251-7383 - Illinois (East Dundee): il-franchise@testgauge.net — (866) 836-8692 - Indiana (Indianapolis): corporate@testgauge.net — (317) 932-9400 - Minnesota (Plymouth): mn-franchise@testgauge.net — (612) 235-4927 - Texas – Austin (Round Rock): tx-franchise@testgauge.net — (512) 777-0066 - Texas – Dallas (Farmers Branch): tx-franchise@testgauge.net — (469) 206-3741 - Texas – Houston: tx-franchise@testgauge.net — (346) 200-9153 - Texas – San Antonio: tx-franchise@testgauge.net — (210) 890-5660 --- ## Company Information - About Us: https://www.shopbackflow.com/about-us - Privacy Policy & Terms: https://www.shopbackflow.com/privacy-policy-terms-conditions - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/test-gauge-and-backflow-supply - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/testgaugebackflowsupply - Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/TestGauge - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/testgaugeinc/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnYzz3nfMnmRLz7jDOr3nwA --- ## Excluded Content The following areas contain authenticated or transactional content and are not intended for AI crawler access: - Customer login and account dashboard - Shopping cart and checkout flow - Order history and tracking (authenticated users only) - Quote management portal (authenticated users only)