| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $55.00 plumbing inspections fee per Sand Springs master fee schedule |
| Time | Testing is required at least once every year |
| Who's qualified | Certified backflow tester approved by the city or water district |
Sand Springs, OK: what's different here
Sand Springs is a western suburb of Tulsa, predominantly in Tulsa County, about 7 miles and roughly 10 minutes by car from Tulsa via main highway. Summers are very hot, with an average summer temperature of 97°F, while winters are warm with highs around 51°F. The Tulsa area's freeze climatology matters for sprinkler winterization timing around your annual test.
How often is a sprinkler system backflow test required in Sand Springs?
Oklahoma's adopted plumbing code calls for backflow testing at installation, after any repair or relocation, and at least once a year. Water utilities in Oklahoma typically require an annual test for each installed assembly. The certified tester files the report with the utility.
Who can perform a backflow test in Sand Springs, OK?
There is no statewide backflow tester license in Oklahoma; each city or rural water district approves its own testers. Most jurisdictions require a current certification from an approved training program. Ask the pro for proof of licence and insurance.
What training does an ASSE 5110 backflow tester have?
The ASSE 5110 backflow tester class is a 40-hour course and exam. The prerequisite is 5 years of experience in plumbing or a related industry. The written exam for initial certification consists of 100 questions.
When should I schedule my annual backflow test?
Tulsa's mean first 28°F hard freeze is November 14 and the mean last is March 17, with a mean of 241 days between hard freezes. Schedule the test before winterization season. Frost climatology shows a mean first 32°F frost on November 3.
What to do next
- Confirm your water utility requires the annual sprinkler system backflow test and ask when your report is due.
- Ask the pro to show a current certification from an approved training program, such as ASSE 5110, plus city or water district approval.
- Request a written quote that separates the test fee from any repair or relocation work.
- Ask the tester to file the passed report with your water utility after 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.
