| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | Varies by home - confirm in your quote |
| Time | Varies by property - ask the tester when you call |
| Who's qualified | City of Tulsa-approved Back Flow Assembly Tester with a backflow prevention license |
Bixby, OK: what's different here
Bixby is a growing suburb of Tulsa along the Arkansas River, with about 32,000 residents per a 2024 Census Bureau estimate. Most of the city sits in Tulsa County, with a smaller portion extending into Wagoner County. It lies about 18 miles from Tulsa, roughly a 29-minute drive by main highway. Many service calls land in suburban residential neighborhoods rather than dense urban cores.
Why does Bixby require a City of Tulsa-approved tester?
Bixby sits mostly in Tulsa County, so Tulsa County backflow rules and scheduling apply to most properties there. The City of Tulsa water-meter specifications require a backflow assembly to be tested by a City of Tulsa-approved Back Flow Assembly Tester before acceptance. A small portion of Bixby extends into Wagoner County, so confirm which side of the county line your property is on.
How often should rpz valve testing be done?
City of Tulsa guidance says a lawn irrigation system backflow preventer should be tested annually by a qualified professional. That applies to rpz valve testing as well as other assembly types. Ask the pro we refer whether your setup needs yearly testing or a different schedule.
What certifications should a tester hold?
Tulsa's backflow program materials list certifications for Backflow Preventer Assembly Tester and Backflow Preventer Maintenance and Repair. The city also says credentialed respondents must have training from a recognized licensing entity and hold a backflow prevention license meeting International Plumbing Code criteria. Ask the pro for proof of licence and insurance before scheduling.
When should Bixby homeowners winterize backflow assemblies?
Bixby sits along the Arkansas River, and freeze damage to sprinkler backflows is a winter risk in the area. Tulsa's climate shows a mean first 28°F hard freeze on November 14 and a mean last hard freeze on March 17. Plan winterization and spring testing around those dates.
What pressure rating applies to detector assemblies?
The City of Tulsa water-meter specifications state a double check detector assembly design working pressure must be a minimum of 150 psi. If your property uses a detector assembly, the pro should verify the rating against this specification. Ask about it when you request a quote.
What to do next
- Call the free referral line to be connected with a licensed, insured local backflow tester in Bixby.
- Ask the pro to confirm they are a City of Tulsa-approved Back Flow Assembly Tester and check the certification against Tulsa's backflow program list (TAC 1117A).
- Request a quote that states the cost and schedule for your annual irrigation backflow preventer test.
- If your property uses a double check detector assembly, ask the pro to confirm the 150 psi minimum design working pressure.
- 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.
