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In-Progress Quality Inspections for Plumbing

The In-Progress Quality Inspections workflow helps plumbing contractors monitor installations while work is underway. It includes checking pipe runs, fittings, fixture rough-ins, and pressure testing for compliance and quality before concealment. By using this process, plumbing companies reduce costly mistakes, protect profitability, and improve professionalism. Clients benefit from assurance that systems are properly installed and tested at each stage. Teams gain accountability with documented inspections and adjustments. With this workflow in place, plumbing contractors can strengthen credibility, improve efficiency, and deliver projects more reliably with fewer issues discovered at final inspection.

Identify pressure tests, fixture installs, venting

Set inspection post-rough-in and fixture set

Review plumbing risers, fitting, and vent specs

Observe trenching, pipe runs, and valve sets

Confirm slope, pitch, fitting types

Match slope and cleanout spacing to code

Photo incorrect slope or misfit connections

Flag incorrect fitting to plumbing sub

Direct plumber to reseat or realign fitting

Record replacement fittings or cleanouts

Enter issues in plumbing QC log

Notify plumbing lead with inspection note

Archive plumbing checklist and photos