Drainage maintenance checklist

Different components of your drainage system require inspection at varying intervals. Use this checklist weekly for visible debris removal from floor and roof drains, monthly for grease and hair trap cleaning, quarterly for video inspection of vulnerable lines (especially near kitchens and restrooms), and annually for high-pressure jetting of main drains. Adjust the frequency based on your facility’s specific usage patterns and previous inspection findings.

A digital drainage maintenance checklist enables real-time documentation with photo evidence, automatic scheduling of follow-up actions, and historical tracking of maintenance patterns. You can instantly share findings with team members, generate comprehensive reports for compliance purposes, and access your maintenance history from anywhere. Digital checklists also provide data analytics to identify recurring issues and optimize your maintenance schedule for better resource allocation.

This checklist helps you identify minor issues before they escalate into major problems. By regularly inspecting components like cleanout covers, pipe integrity, and drain flow, you can spot early warning signs such as slow drainage, unusual odors, or minor blockages. Addressing these small issues promptly prevents the development of complete blockages, pipe ruptures, or backflow events that could cause extensive water damage and require emergency repairs.