| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | Varies by home - confirm in your quote |
| Time | Varies by home - confirm in your quote |
| Who's qualified | Must hold Backflow Preventer Assembly Tester Certification |
Florence Park: what's different here
Florence Park is a historic Midtown Tulsa neighborhood, developed primarily in the mid-to-late 1920s. The area is characterized by bungalow and cottage-style homes with mature trees. Tulsa experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and a mean first hard freeze on November 14. The neighborhood is bounded by East 15th Street South and the Broken Arrow Expressway.
City of Tulsa Backflow Testing Requirements for Florence Park
The City of Tulsa mandates that any backflow assembly must be tested by a City-approved Back Flow Assembly Tester before acceptance. Furthermore, the double check detector assembly design working pressure must meet a minimum of 150 psi. Credentialed respondents must hold a backflow prevention license that meets International Plumbing Code criteria.
Considerations for Backflow Testing in Florence Park Homes
Florence Park features older residential streets with mature landscaping and bungalow-style homes. These properties may have older plumbing setups that can affect the accessibility of backflow devices. The area is located in Midtown Tulsa, close to downtown and Cherry Street.
Annual Maintenance for Irrigation Systems in Florence Park
City of Tulsa guidance states that a lawn irrigation system backflow preventer should be tested annually by a qualified professional. This is especially relevant given Tulsa's humid subtropical climate and freeze risk, which requires seasonal winterization planning.
What to do next
- Verify that the local pro is a City of Tulsa-approved Back Flow Assembly Tester.
- Ask for proof of certification, specifically Backflow Preventer Assembly Tester Certification, as required by the City.
- Confirm the device design meets the minimum 150 psi working pressure requirement in your quote.
- If you have a lawn irrigation system, ensure the professional confirms the annual testing schedule.
- 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.
