Plumbing Rough-In Inspection

Inspection template for verifying plumbing rough-in work before wall closure, including vents, traps, pipe routing, supports, and pressure testing.

Inspection Details

• Project and area identified
  Enter project name, building/area, floor, and room or zone inspected.
• Inspection date and time recorded
  Capture the date and time of the rough-in inspection.
• Inspector name and company recorded
  Identify the inspector and inspecting company or trade partner.
• Plans, permit, and approved drawings available on site
  Verify that the current approved plans and permit documentation are available for reference.

Drain, Waste, and Vent Piping

• Drain and waste piping routed per approved plans
  Confirm pipe routing matches the approved layout and avoids prohibited conflicts with structure or other trades.
• Pipe slope is adequate for drainage
  Measure the installed slope where applicable and verify it meets the approved design and code requirements.
• Vents installed and connected correctly
  Verify vent piping is properly installed, connected, and routed to maintain drainage system venting.
• Traps installed at required fixtures and properly configured
  Confirm traps are installed where required, are the correct type, and are not improperly modified or bypassed.
• Cleanouts accessible and installed at required locations
  Check that cleanouts are present where required and remain accessible for maintenance and inspection.
• Pipe penetrations protected and sealed as required
  Verify sleeves, firestopping, and protection at penetrations are installed where required by the design and AHJ.

Pipe Support and Protection

• Hangers, straps, and supports installed at proper intervals
  Verify piping is supported in accordance with the approved plans and applicable code requirements.
• Piping is secured against movement, sagging, or stress
  Check for visible sagging, strain at joints, or unsupported spans that could cause future failure.
• Piping protected from physical damage
  Confirm piping is protected from nails, screws, abrasion, and other foreseeable construction damage.
• Insulation, sleeves, or isolation installed where required
  Verify required sleeves, isolation, or insulation are installed at contact points and through framing members.

Pressure Test / Leak Test

• Required test method identified
  Select the test performed for the rough-in inspection.
• Test pressure recorded
  Enter the test pressure used during the inspection.
• Test duration recorded
  Enter the length of time the system held test pressure.
• No visible leaks observed during test
  Verify there are no visible leaks, seepage, or pressure loss at joints, fittings, or fixtures.
• Test gauge and test setup acceptable
  Confirm the gauge is readable, properly connected, and suitable for the test being performed.

Final Readiness

• All deficiencies documented with corrective actions
  Record all non-conformances, required corrections, and responsible parties before closing walls.
• AHJ or required approval obtained
  Confirm inspection approval or release from the Authority Having Jurisdiction, if required.
• Ready for wall closure
  Confirm the area may be closed only after all critical items pass and required approvals are complete.