Irrigation System Maintenance Checklist
An irrigation system inspection checklist helps property managers, landscaping teams, facility staff, and irrigation contractors check sprinkler zones, valves, controllers, pipes, backflow devices, water pressure, drainage, coverage, leaks, and visible damage during routine landscape maintenance.
This checklist is useful for commercial properties, apartment complexes, HOA communities, parks, schools, hotels, retail sites, office campuses, and managed residential properties. It helps identify broken sprinkler heads, dry areas, overspray, low pressure, leaking valves, clogged nozzles, damaged lines, controller errors, drainage issues, and repairs needed to keep landscaping healthy and water use under control.
With TARGPatrol, irrigation inspections can be completed as scheduled digital routes or seasonal service tasks. Inspectors can scan QR codes near irrigation zones, attach photos, record zone issues, create work orders, assign responsible users, and track corrective actions until repairs are completed.
Property / facility name
Property address
Landscape zone / irrigation area
Irrigation system type
Controller location
Service contractor / team name
Photo of irrigation area overview
Irrigation system is operating
No immediate safety hazards observed
Irrigation area is accessible
No active flooding observed
No standing water observed
No exposed wiring observed
No trip hazards from irrigation components observed
General irrigation condition notes
Controller is accessible
Controller display is readable
Controller power is on
Controller date and time are correct
Watering schedule is set correctly
Rain delay / weather sensor setting is appropriate
Manual start function works, if checked
Controller enclosure is secure and not damaged
Controller issue notes
Photo of controller condition
Irrigation zones activate correctly
All tested zones start as expected
All tested zones stop as expected
Zone sequence is correct
No zone runs longer than expected
No zone fails to start
Number of zones tested
Number of zones with issues
Zone operation issue notes
Photo of zone operation issue
Water pressure appears acceptable
No low-pressure zones observed
No excessive pressure or misting observed
Pressure regulator appears functional, if present
Pressure reading, if measured
Pressure issue location
Photo of pressure issue
Sprinkler heads pop up correctly
Sprinkler heads retract correctly
No broken sprinkler heads observed
No missing sprinkler heads observed
No tilted or sunken heads observed
Sprinkler heads are not blocked by grass, soil, or debris
Spray pattern appears correct
Sprinkler head issue location
Photo of sprinkler head condition
Nozzles are clean and not clogged
Nozzles are properly aligned
Nozzles are not damaged or missing
Spray reaches intended landscape area
No dry spots observed in coverage area
No excessive overlap observed
Nozzle / coverage issue notes
Photo of nozzle or coverage issue
Overspray is not hitting buildings
Overspray is not hitting sidewalks or walkways
Overspray is not hitting parking areas or roads
Overspray is not hitting windows, doors, or signs
Overspray does not create slip hazards
Overspray issue location
Photo of overspray issue
Drip irrigation lines are secure, if applicable
Drip emitters are working, if applicable
No clogged drip emitters observed, if applicable
No disconnected drip lines observed, if applicable
Drip lines are covered or protected where required
Drip irrigation issue notes
Photo of drip irrigation condition
Visible irrigation pipes are not leaking
No broken or exposed pipes observed
Pipe connections appear secure where visible
No wet soil indicating hidden leak observed
No erosion around irrigation lines observed
Pipe / line issue location
Photo of pipe or line issue
Valve boxes are accessible
Valve boxes are clean and not filled with debris
Valve box covers are secure and not damaged
No leaks inside valve boxes observed
Valves open and close properly, if checked
Valve wiring appears secure where visible
Valve issue location
Photo of valve box condition
Backflow prevention device is accessible, if present
Backflow device appears undamaged, if present
No visible leaks near backflow device
Backflow device is protected from damage
Backflow inspection tag / record is visible, if required
Backflow issue notes
Photo of backflow device condition
Rain sensor / weather sensor is installed, if applicable
Rain sensor / weather sensor appears functional, if checked
Sensor is not blocked or damaged
Smart controller connection appears active, if applicable
Seasonal watering settings are appropriate
Sensor / smart control issue notes
Photo of sensor condition
Landscape areas receive adequate water coverage
Grass areas show no major dry patches
Plant beds show no major dry patches
No signs of overwatering observed
No runoff from irrigation observed
Soil erosion from irrigation is not present
Landscape condition issue notes
Photo of landscape coverage condition
Drainage around irrigated areas is acceptable
No pooling water near walkways or entrances
No irrigation runoff into storm drains observed
No water draining toward building foundation
No muddy or washed-out areas observed
Drainage issue location
Photo of drainage issue
Irrigation does not interfere with pedestrian access
Walkways remain dry during scheduled operation, where required
Accessible routes are not affected by water or mud
Parking areas are not affected by irrigation runoff
Public area hazard notes
Photo of public area issue
Seasonal startup was completed, if applicable
Winterization was completed, if applicable
System was checked after repair, if applicable
Previous irrigation issue was reviewed, if applicable
Previous repair appears completed, if applicable
Open issue still requires follow-up
Previous work order number
Photo of previous repair area
Irrigation issue found
Issue location
Issue description
Priority: low / medium / high / urgent
Repair required
Further technician inspection required
Responsible person
Target completion date
Work order number
Photo of irrigation issue
Temporary control applied
Affected zone was turned off, if required
Leak was contained, if applicable
Hazard area was marked, if required
Property manager / facility manager notified
Irrigation contractor notified, if required
Follow-up inspection required
Photo after temporary control
Inspection completed
Property passed inspection
Final status
Final comments


















