| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | Meter charges $350-$1,265 by size; replacement labor varies by quote |
| Time | Varies by home - confirm in your quote |
| Who's qualified | Plumbing contractors must be licensed and registered through the state |
Bixby, OK: what's different here
Bixby sits in Tulsa County, about 18 miles and roughly 29 minutes by car from Tulsa via the main highway. Many local homes are built on slab foundations, which is reflected in the city's residential permit requirements for site plans, footing details, and slab details. The area's climate matters for backflow timing: the mean first 28°F hard freeze near Tulsa falls on November 14, and the mean last one falls on March 17.
Does backflow assembly replacement in Bixby need a permit?
Bixby handles building codes and inspections locally, so plumbing and backflow replacement projects can need permit review and inspection scheduling. A sample Oklahoma plumbing permit form lists a $20 backflow (lawn sprinkler) permit fee plus a separate $25 inspection fee. Ask the pro which permits apply to your job.
Who can replace a backflow assembly in Bixby?
Oklahoma's Construction Industries Board says general contractors are not currently required to have a state license, but plumbing work is regulated through statewide adopted codes and worker qualifications. The board regulates the qualifications of licensed or registered workers performing plumbing work in jurisdictions that have adopted statewide codes. Ask the pro for proof of license and insurance.
What water-meter charges apply in Bixby?
Bixby's fiscal year 2026 fee schedule lists water-meter charges that vary by meter size: $350 for 3/4 inch or less, $505 for 1 inch, $1,090 for 1 1/2 inch, and $1,265 for 2 inch. These charges are separate from the replacement work itself.
What testing is required after replacement?
City of Tulsa water-meter specifications say a backflow assembly must be tested by a City of Tulsa-approved Back Flow Assembly Tester before acceptance. The same specs require a double check detector assembly design working pressure of at least 150 psi. If you have a lawn irrigation system, Tulsa guidance says the backflow preventer should be tested annually by a qualified professional.
What to do next
- Ask the pro for a written quote that separates the replacement labor from Bixby's water-meter charge ($350-$1,265 by size).
- Confirm which permits apply and schedule the city inspection through Bixby's 24-hour inspection line at 918-366-0415.
- Verify the pro's state plumbing license and registration through the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board before work starts.
- Plan the annual irrigation backflow test before the mean first hard freeze on November 14.
- Call (918) 202-2068 or email [email protected] for a free quote from a licensed, insured local backflow testers.
Tulsa Backflow is a free referral service: an independent contractor does the work and may pay us a referral fee. You never pay us anything.
