IAPMO — Plumbing Standards & Inspections in Ontario, CA

Business Overview

IAPMO Ontario CA is the local presence of a nonprofit association focused on plumbing and mechanical standards. The Ontario office supports code development, product testing, inspections, and technical guidance. Typical office hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Emergency technical support for code interpretation and testing questions is available through a designated support line.

The staff includes code officials, lab technicians, and training coordinators. Services support both residential and commercial projects, from single-family homes and pools common in the Inland Empire to new commercial builds and retrofit work in nearby industrial parks.

Key Services

IAPMO offers a mix of standards, inspection, and testing services with local relevance for Glen Avon and Ontario builders:

• Plumbing inspection: code interpretation, plan review, and on-site compliance checks.
• Plumbing installation or replacement: technical guidance and certification support for contractors handling installations.
• Plumbing repair: contractor training and best-practice materials to guide safe, code-compliant repairs.
• Gas line installation and gas line repair: standards, testing protocols, and certification for equipment and components used in gas piping systems.
• Product testing and certification: laboratory testing to ANSI-recognized standards and product listings for use in the region.

Areas Served

IAPMO Ontario CA serves Ontario, Glen Avon CA, and surrounding Inland Empire communities. The office works with local building departments, contractors, manufacturers, and property owners across San Bernardino County. Services are tailored to hot-summer climates, pool-heavy residential neighborhoods, and both older and newer housing stock.

Company History

IAPMO began in 1926 when plumbing inspectors across the country agreed there needed to be a single set of reliable rules. That work led to the Uniform Plumbing Code and related codes. Over the past 90+ years the organization added testing labs, certification programs, and training services to support safe plumbing systems around the world.

The Ontario office continues that work locally by helping ensure products and installations meet code, and by sharing research on water use and public health with area stakeholders.

Leadership

Russ Chaney has led The IAPMO Group since 1995 and represents the organization in national and international industry forums. His experience includes service on the World Plumbing Council and chairing industry groups focused on safe plumbing and water efficiency. Locally, the Ontario team draws on that leadership to work with inspectors, contractors, and municipal staff.

Specialties & Highlights

• Publisher of the Uniform Plumbing Code®, an ANSI-designated American National Standard.
• On-site and lab-based product testing for plumbing and gas components.
• Technical training and plan review services for residential and commercial builders.
• Focus on water-efficiency codes and science-based policy guidance.

Why Locals Choose IAPMO

IAPMO Ontario CA is chosen for steady, evidence-based guidance rather than marketing claims. The office combines long-term experience with practical resources for installers, inspectors, and manufacturers. Locals value clear code interpretation, reliable testing, and an emphasis on health and safety for homes and businesses across Glen Avon and the broader Ontario area.