Roof Drainage System Inspection Checklist
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This Template was installed 3 times.
General Information
Details about the project and inspector.
Project Name
Project Address
Inspection Date
Inspection Time
Inspector Name
Inspector Company
Project Phase (e.g., Framing, Roofing)
Weather Conditions
Roof Plan Review
Verification of the drainage system against approved roof plans and specifications.
Describe the roof drainage plan details (e.g., gutter size, downspout locations, scupper placement)
Upload a copy of the approved roof drainage plan.
Does the installed drainage system match the approved plan?
Gutter Size (as per plan):
Number of Downspouts (as per plan):
Are downspout locations as per plan?
If discrepancies exist, please detail them here:
Gutters & Downspouts - Visual Inspection
Assessment of gutters and downspouts for physical damage and proper alignment.
Gutter Sagging/Deformation?
Gutter/Downspout Alignment?
Gutter/Downspout Damage (linear feet)
Description of any visible damage (e.g., cracks, dents)
Evidence of previous repairs?
Location of observed damage (GPS coordinates)
Gutters & Downspouts - Debris & Flow
Evaluation of debris accumulation and proper water flow through the gutter system.
Type of Debris Observed (Check all that apply)
If 'Other' Debris selected, please specify:
Water Flow Condition
Describe any observed flow restrictions:
Estimated Debris Volume (Cubic Feet)
Gutter Slope Verification
Downspout Discharge & Grading
Verification of downspout discharge points and surrounding ground grading.
Downspout Discharge Point 1 Location (GPS)
Distance from Downspout to Foundation (ft)
Discharge Method
If 'Other' discharge method, please describe:
Slope of Grading Away from Foundation (%),
Evidence of Erosion/Water Pooling?
If Yes, describe location and severity of erosion/pooling.
Photo of Downspout Discharge & Grading
Roof Scuppers (if applicable)
Inspection of roof scuppers for blockages and proper function.
Scupper Location(s) Verified?
Specify Scupper Locations (if 'Yes, some locations' selected)
Scupper Condition - Debris?
Scupper Outlet Size (inches)
Scupper Screen/Guard Present?
Screen/Guard Condition?
Comments Regarding Scupper Inspection
Internal Drains (if applicable)
Inspection of internal drainage systems for functionality and blockages.
Drain Type?
Drain Capacity (GPM)
Description of Drain Location
Drain Functioning Properly?
If 'No', Describe Drainage Issues
Upload Photo of Internal Drain (if issues present)
Drainage Flow Rate (Gallons/Minute)
Connections & Joints
Assessment of gutter, downspout, and scupper connections for leaks and integrity.
Gutter-to-Gutter Connections: Condition
Downspout-to-Gutter Connections: Condition
Downspout-to-Foundation/Ground Connections: Condition
Number of Leaks Observed (if any)
Detailed Description of Leak Locations/Concerns
Connection Type (e.g., Rivet, Clamp, Soldered)
Notes on Connection Material Integrity (corrosion, cracking)
Material Condition
Evaluation of the condition of gutter, downspout, and scupper materials (rust, corrosion, damage).
Gutter Material Type
If 'Other' material, please specify:
Evidence of Rust/Corrosion (Gutters)
Percentage of Gutter Surface with Rust/Corrosion
Evidence of Damage (Gutters)
Photo Evidence of Material Degradation
Downspout Material Type
If 'Other' downspout material, please specify:
Summary & Recommendations
Overall assessment and suggested corrective actions.
Overall Assessment Summary
Severity Rating (1-5, 1=Minor, 5=Critical)
Detailed Recommendations
Recommended Actions (Select all that apply)
Recommended Completion Date
Responsible Party (for corrective actions)
Inspector Signature
Notes (additional comments)
Frequently Asked Questions
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