| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | Varies by assembly - confirm in your quote |
| Time | Testing takes under an hour typically; certification training runs 2-3 days |
| Who's qualified | Tester certified under Tulsa code Title 14, 901.6.3; ASSE or ABPA accepted |
Who can complete a backflow test report for city review in Tulsa?
Tulsa requires testing by a qualified professional, and testers must meet the certification rules in city code Title 14, 901.6.3. Recognized certifications include ASSE and ABPA. Most Oklahoma jurisdictions accept either one, since there is no statewide tester license.
Why Tulsa freeze dates matter for your test
Tulsa's average hard freeze runs from about November 14 to March 17, a 241-day span. Tulsa County averages 72 days a year below 32°F, so exposed assemblies face real freeze risk. Schedule testing and winterization around those dates.
How does a tester stay certified in Oklahoma?
The state-level path is a Cross-Connection Control Specialist certification with ODEQ-approved training, typically 2-3 days, plus a state exam. Renewal comes every 3 years with 18 hours of continuing education. Tulsa service work may also require a city Trade License listed at $75 per year.
What does the backflow test report show?
The report documents that the backflow prevention assembly is working properly after its annual test. Annual testing is required for covered commercial and industrial assemblies in Oklahoma. Keep the report for city records.
What to do next
- Confirm the tester holds ASSE or ABPA certification as recognized by Tulsa's program.
- Ask whether your property's assembly falls under the annual commercial and industrial testing requirement.
- Request the completed test report for city filing after the annual test.
- Schedule the test before the average November 14 hard freeze to protect exposed assemblies.
- 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.
