| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $50-$200 per device |
| Time | Varies by device - confirm in your quote |
| Who's qualified | Ask for proof of insurance, relevant certifications (e.g., ASE for auto repair), and any license your state or city requires. |
Bixby, OK: what's different here
Bixby is a fast-growing suburb in Tulsa County with a population of 28,609 at the 2020 census. It sits about 18 miles and roughly 29 minutes by car from Tulsa via the main highway. The humid subtropical climate brings hot summers and about 44 inches of annual precipitation, so outdoor irrigation and freeze/thaw exposure can add to backflow maintenance needs.
How often should a backflow preventer be inspected in Bixby?
Oklahoma administrative code says a backflow preventer should be scheduled for inspection and service per the manufacturer's instructions and as needed to prevent failure. If you have a lawn irrigation system, City of Tulsa guidance says the backflow preventer should be tested annually by a qualified professional.
Who can perform a backflow preventer inspection in Bixby?
Oklahoma plumbing rules require backflow devices to meet ASSE standards for construction, installation, maintenance, inspection, and testing. Bixby's development rules require plumbing work to be done by contractors licensed with the City of Bixby when it is part of permitted work. Ask the pro for proof of license and insurance.
Does Bixby weather affect backflow preventer maintenance?
Bixby has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and about 44 inches of annual precipitation. Outdoor irrigation and freeze/thaw exposure can increase backflow maintenance needs. Tulsa-area climatology shows a mean first 28°F hard freeze around November 14 and a mean last one around March 17, which matters for winterization timing.
What does Oklahoma law require for backflow testing?
Okla. Admin. Code § 310:257-9-16 requires backflow prevention devices to meet ASSE standards for their specific application. Section 310:257-9-28 covers inspection and service scheduling. City of Tulsa water-meter specifications also require testing by a City of Tulsa-approved Back Flow Assembly Tester before acceptance.
What to do next
- Ask for a quote that states the device type and the $50-$200 price range for your inspection.
- Verify the tester's Oklahoma plumbing license and, for permitted work, a City of Bixby contractor license.
- If you have a lawn irrigation system, schedule the annual test before the mean first hard freeze around November 14.
- For permitted plumbing work, call Bixby's inspection office at 918-366-0415 with your permit number, address, and inspection type.
- 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.
