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Project Schedule Creation for Plumbing

The Project Schedule Creation workflow provides plumbing contractors with a clear framework for organizing timelines before work begins. It includes coordinating rough-ins, inspections, fixture installation, and testing. By following this process, plumbing companies reduce delays, improve collaboration with other trades, and maintain compliance with building codes. Clients benefit from accurate schedules that improve transparency and trust. The workflow also ensures accountability within teams, creating efficiency and consistency across projects. With this system in place, plumbing contractors can strengthen client relationships, protect profitability, and deliver smoother, on-time project outcomes.

Review plumbing scope and fixture schedule

Identify underground, rough-in, top-out, and trim

Detail drain lines, venting, water line installs

Estimate install days by crew size and fixture count

Coordinate with fixture delivery and subs

Plan for water heater, valves, and inspection timing

Map plumbing schedule into job calendar

Install drain/vent lines before top-out fixtures

Mark plumbing rough, top-out, and final inspections

Add time for fixture reselects or layout changes

Review with plumbing lead

Share plumbing dates with GC and trades

Shift top-out based on framing or inspection

Confirm plumbing timeline with GC

Track fixture install and pass/fail inspections