A drainage maintenance checklist helps licensed drainage inspectors and engineers assess and report issues and damages in the drainage system. The list also documents the cause of the problem and recommendations to solve it.
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A drain inspection checklist helps professional inspectors and trained engineers look for drainage issues like accumulation of sediments and litter, blockages, and clogging that may affect flow control.
Other drainage issues included in the guide are:
To determine the extent of the problem, the inspector uses a drain inspection camera that probes deeper into the drainage system. The tool identifies the root cause of the blockage. It also looks for proof of the scope and depth of the problem in the drainage system.
There are two types of drainage inspections:
2. The harmful effects of a blocked drain
3. The advantages to digitlizing your inspections
Maintaining the drain system is very important for keeping your house or business from costly repair costs. It also prevents foul oder and diseases caused by bacteria, pests, and mold buildup from stagnant water.
Here are some of the most common causes of clogging that you will find in your drainage inspection checklist:
Food waste is common in houses and restaurants. They pose serious trouble when they start clogging your drains. So if you have a habit of throwing food items down the drain, you are making a big mistake. These types of clogs can’t be easily fixed with a bottle of Draino. They require plumbers, repairs, and a whole lot of cash. And if you have a business, the repair can delay operations and cause downtimes in your business.
Grease, sludges, fats, and oils that go down the drain get stuck inside your pipes. Over time, they build up, leaving no space for water to flow. Accumulated grease produces weird and disgusting odors are decidedly not good for attracting customers. Therefore, proper waste management and disposal are recommended.
Tissues, feminine hygiene products, and hair are examples of sanitary waste. They are the primary causes of toilet blockages. If you don't know how to manage your sanitary waste disposal, you can pay heavy fines and penalties for disobeying environmental regulations.
Toxic materials and chemicals are an example of poisonous wastes. They, too, can become a reason for drain blockage. Drainage professionals advise not to flush chemical waste produced by your manufacturing process. Not only will they damage your drain, but they can lead to environmental pollution.
Tree roots and plants can grow inside the pipe. When your lines are not maintained properly, the blockage can prevent smooth water flow. It can also damage your pipelines.
Drain inspection prevents unwanted accumulation and odor from festering your house. If you suspect that your pipelines have damaged or observe water backflow, this could be a sign of clogging. Ask a professional drain inspector to conduct a checkup. Meanwhile, here are some things you can do to prevent drainage blockages:
Maintaining your house includes apparatuses that aren’t readily visible, like the plumbing and drainage system. Unfortunately, people will only look into it when something goes wrong, or the damage is already too extensive.
Clogged drainage can have a severe impact not only on your house but on other things as well. Here they are:
Blocked drains can have adverse effects on your health. It fosters bacteria growth which causes allergies and diseases. When your drain is clogged, water either only partially flows or stops running completely, resulting in flow back. As a result, water drains slowly and remains stagnant. Because of this, the clog becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and viruses. So the more you use the clogged sink or toilet, the more you risk contamination and diseases.
Think of how the water looks in a river. Now, think of how it looks in a pond. There’s a big difference, right? Healthy rivers tend to smell a lot better than ponds, too, and there’s a reason for this. Stagnant water gives bacteria, algae, and insects a breeding ground to thrive. The buildup of bacteria is what causes the unpleasant smell that is so typical of ponds and other small bodies of standing water.
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Slow draining is an annoying problem and a time-waster, especially if you're in a hurry to use the tub or sink. The water might even start to flow back, which is even worse.
Molds and pests thrive in damp areas. For example, mosquitoes use stagnant water as their breeding ground. Mold and mildew also grow fast in moist areas, and they can start infesting your floorboards and walls.
Clogged drains can corrode your pipes faster. The accumulated dirt and debris can also stop water from flowing. When water cannot flow, pressure builds up and causes the pipes to burst or leak.
When water pressure builds to the point where it causes a pipe to burst or leak, it can wreak havoc on your home or business. The moisture from these leaks can seep through the cracks and accumulate around the foundation, weakening the structure. Small leaks are the most nefarious because they are most likely to go unnoticed. Meanwhile, the leak is weakening the concrete right under your nose. If you fail to address the issue in time, the repair can cost a lot of money.
Although the drains in your home or business are most likely not the first thing on your mind when you wake up in the morning, they still do need regular maintenance. Out of sight might mean out of your mind, but that won’t stop a pipe from bursting. It’s like anything, a little maintenance here, a little upkeep there will be cheaper than a complete replacement, not to mention the cost of addressing the resulting water damage.
Repairs and damage control can cost thousands of dollars, but clog-related pipe issues are 100% preventable with regular inspections. Lumiform aims to streamline the inspection and auditing process with a digital checklist. Not only can Lumiform’s easy-to-use app be accessed on any mobile device - online or offline - but it makes inspections faster by up to 40%.
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