| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $50-$200 per device, per annual test |
| Time | Varies by home - confirm timing in your quote |
| Who's qualified | City of Tulsa-approved tester with ABPA or ASSE certification, often plus a CIB plumbing license |
Why irrigation backflow testing in Tulsa is not a DIY job
Tulsa's local ordinances require backflow assemblies to be tested by a City of Tulsa-approved Back Flow Assembly Tester. Oklahoma has no statewide tester license; approval is handled by each city or water purveyor. Most Oklahoma water purveyors require testers to hold ABPA or ASSE certification, often with a CIB plumbing license. A homeowner cannot self-certify a test report.
What a handy Tulsa homeowner can safely do themselves
You can visually inspect the assembly for leaks, damage or loose fittings, and keep the area clear so the tester has access. You can also time your winterization around Tulsa's frost dates: the average first 32-degree frost is November 3 and the average last spring frost is March 29. The actual test and compliance filing must be left to a certified pro.
When to call a pro for irrigation backflow testing in Tulsa
Call a pro when your annual test is due, when your water utility sends a compliance notice, or when you see water leaking from the assembly, a failed valve, or sputtering sprinkler heads. Also call before winterizing - Tulsa averages 218 days between 32-degree frosts, so seasonal protection matters. Ask the pro for proof of their ABPA or ASSE certification and insurance.
What certified testing includes in Tulsa
A certified test typically covers the backflow prevention assembly itself. Many testers also file the compliance report with the water utility after the inspection. Confirm in your quote whether report filing is included, and confirm the per-device price, which typically runs $50 to $200.
What to do next
- Ask the pro for proof of ABPA or ASSE backflow tester certification and confirmation they are a City of Tulsa-approved tester.
- Request a written quote showing the per-device test price, which typically ranges from $50 to $200.
- Confirm the pro will file the compliance report with your water utility after the inspection.
- Schedule your annual test before Tulsa's average November 3 first frost so winterization can follow the test.
- 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.
