IRRIGATION SYSTEM INSPECTION CHECKLIST (MONTHLY)

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--- GENERAL SYSTEM OVERVIEW ---
[ ] Inspection Date
[ ] Inspection Start Time
[ ] Ambient Temperature (°F/°C)
[ ] Overall System Condition (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] Brief Summary of System Status
[ ] System Location

--- CONTROLLER & PROGRAMMING ---
[ ] Last Programmed Date
[ ] Start Time (Zone 1)
[ ] Run Time (Zone 1 - Minutes)
[ ] Cycle & Soak Settings Applied? (Yes, No)
[ ] Notes on Program Changes (if any)
[ ] Rain Sensor Functioning? (Yes, No, N/A)
[ ] Rain Sensor Sensitivity Setting

--- WATER SOURCE & PRESSURE ---
[ ] Water Pressure (PSI) - at manifold
[ ] Water Flow Rate (GPM) - observed
[ ] Water Source Type (City Water, Well, Recycled Water, Other (Specify))
[ ] Comments on Water Source/Pressure
[ ] Backflow Preventer Test Date (Within Last Year, More Than 1 Year Ago, N/A)

--- SPRINKLER HEADS & NOZZLES ---
[ ] Sprinkler Head Condition (per zone - record for each) (Good - No Issues, Broken/Missing, Misaligned, Clogged, Leaking)
[ ] Nozzle Throw Distance (feet - representative sample)
[ ] Sprinkler Head Pattern (degrees - representative sample)
[ ] Notes on nozzle performance (e.g., uneven distribution, droplet size)
[ ] Riser Condition (Good, Cracked/Broken, Leaking)
[ ] Evidence of damage (e.g., vandalism, vehicle impact) (None, Minor Damage, Significant Damage)

--- DRIP IRRIGATION (IF APPLICABLE) ---
[ ] Overall Drip Line Condition (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor, Needs Replacement)
[ ] Number of Clogged Emitters
[ ] Filter Condition (if applicable) (Clean, Slightly Dirty, Dirty - Needs Cleaning, Blocked - Needs Replacement)
[ ] Description of any observed issues with emitters
[ ] Pressure at drip line (PSI)
[ ] Evidence of Root Intrusion? (Yes, No)
[ ] Notes on Emitter Performance (e.g., flow rate observations)

--- VALVES & FITTINGS ---
[ ] Valve 1 (Zone X) Operation (Operating Correctly, Sticking/Slow to Open, Not Opening, Leaking)
[ ] Valve 2 (Zone Y) Operation (Operating Correctly, Sticking/Slow to Open, Not Opening, Leaking)
[ ] Pressure Gauge Reading (PSI)
[ ] Notes on Valve or Fitting Condition (e.g., corrosion, cracks)
[ ] Visible Damage to Fittings? (Yes, No)
[ ] If yes, describe damage to fittings.

--- LEAKS & DRAINAGE ---
[ ] Water Pressure Reading (PSI)
[ ] Visible Leaks Observed? (Yes, No, Unsure)
[ ] Leak Location Description (if leaks observed)
[ ] Estimated Water Loss (Gallons - if leaks observed)
[ ] Drainage Issues? (Standing Water, Excessive Runoff, No Drainage Issues, Unsure)
[ ] Drainage Problem Description (if issues observed)

--- SAFETY & AESTHETICS ---
[ ] Are there any exposed wires or electrical hazards? (Yes - Documented, No)
[ ] Are there any tripping hazards present (e.g., loose sprinkler heads, hoses)? (Yes - Documented, No)
[ ] Estimate of vegetation overgrowth (in inches)
[ ] Describe any aesthetic issues (e.g., discolored heads, uneven spray patterns)
[ ] Location of any safety concerns
[ ] Attach photos of any safety or aesthetic concerns

--- DOCUMENTATION & NOTES ---
[ ] Inspection Date
[ ] Inspection Start Time
[ ] Inspector Name
[ ] Summary of Findings
[ ] Water Pressure (PSI)
[ ] Maintenance Performed
[ ] System Operational Status (Operational, Minor Issues, Major Issues, Out of Service)
[ ] Photos/Documentation (optional)

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