| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $50 to $200 per device typically in Tulsa |
| Time | Usually completed in a single visit, often quickly |
| Who's qualified | Licensed, insured local testers with ABPA or ASSE certification and CIB license |
What makes the price go up or down?
The type of backflow preventer is the biggest factor. RPZ assemblies generally cost more than double check valve assemblies. Installation complexity and any repairs found during testing can also change the final price.
Do I need a licensed tester in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma has no statewide tester license. Each city or rural water district approves its own testers. Most jurisdictions require ABPA or ASSE tester certification plus the CIB plumbing license that covers the work.
How often does a backflow test need to be done?
Most Oklahoma jurisdictions require annual testing and reporting for backflow prevention assemblies. In Tulsa, test results must be submitted to the Tulsa Water and Sewer Department within 10 days of testing.
Why does Tulsa's weather matter for testing?
Tulsa averages 40.96 inches of rain a year across about 94 rain days. Spring is the wettest season, with May the wettest month at 5.73 inches. Yearly checks of water pressure and irrigation systems are especially relevant here.
What to do next
- Identify your device type, such as a double check valve or RPZ, since this sets your price range.
- Confirm the tester holds ABPA or ASSE certification and a CIB plumbing license before booking.
- Ask the pro for a written quote that lists the test fee, any repair costs, and the reporting fee.
- Confirm the pro will submit your results to the Tulsa Water and Sewer Department within 10 days.
- 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.
