As seasons change, the transition from winter to warmer months necessitates specific procedures to ensure properties are ready to handle the upcoming temperatures without damage. The Dewinterization Checklist form, developed by Safeguard Properties, plays a pivotal role in this transition, particularly for contractors tasked with preparing buildings after the colder season. This comprehensive form covers every step in the dewinterization process, from basic utility checks such as water, electric, and gas services, to more detailed inspections and actions like pressure testing the plumbing system, filling the system, removing anti-freeze, and adjusting heating systems. The form not only mandates the documentation of the contractor's code, property address, and dates of service but also emphasizes the importance of coordinating with brokers and maintaining utilities. Critical to the checklist is the requirement for contractors to provide photo documentation of each step, ensuring a thorough and verifiable dewinterization process. This serves a dual purpose: it helps safeguard the property from future damages due to improper dewinterization and establishes a clear record for payments and accountability for the work done. The checklist underscores the significance of attention to detail and the meticulous following of procedures for a successful transition into the warmer seasons, making it an essential tool for contractors, property managers, and owners alike.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Dewinterization Checklist Form |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | Home Dewinterization Checklist Form, Safeguard Properties DeWinterization Checklist Form |
Safeguard Properties
Dewinterization Checklist and Documentation
Contractor Code:______________________ |
Utilities (Meter Reading) |
Property Address:_____________________ |
Water: on/off (_______________) |
Date:________________________________ |
Electric:on/off (_______________) |
Employee's Name_____________________ |
Gas: on/off (_________________) |
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Water: Well / City |
Was Broker Contacted: yes/no |
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Is Broker Maintaining Utilities: yes/no |
How many units?________ |
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Type of system? (Dry, Steam, Radiant) |
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Was property frozen on arrival: yes/no |
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If yes, provide a detailed description: |
***Document any
***Attention Contractors*** It is important for each contractor to provide photo documentation which supports each step during the dewinterization process. Please remember to provide and illustrate
Pressure Test System
___Check for visible breaks in plumbing
___Make sure all water is drained from system.
___Close all faucet/valves.
___Build pressure to 35 PSI
___Did pressure hold for 30 mins?
___Document why it didn't hold pressure.
___Photo documentation of all the above?
Turn on Water Supply
___ Unplug main water feed line
___ Connect water meter
___ Turn water on at the curb
___ Remove zip tie on main shut off valve
___ Photo documentation of all the above?
Filling System
___ Turn on gas or electric to Water Heater
___ Open all faucets and valves, is water flowing?
___ Fill Water Heater
___ Egnite pilot light on Water Heater
___ Fill Well/Holding tanks if applicable
___ Connect electric to well pump if applicable
___ Fill all toilet tanks and bowls
___ Is all air out of the system?
___ Photo documentation of all the above?
___ Set thermostat to 55 degrees
Removing
___ Flush
___ Photo documentation of all the above?
Stickers
___ Remove Wint sticker on toilets.
___ Remove Wint sticker on Tubs/Showers
___ RemoveWint sticker on water heater.
___ Remove Wint sticker on water meter.
___ Remove Wint sticker on dish washer.
___ Remove Wint sticker on sinks.
___ Remove Toilet wrap installed on toilets.
___Photo documentation of all the above?
If Radiant or Steam Heating System
"In addition to all the above"
___ Pressure test heating system.
___ Fill boiler.
___ Tighten bleeder pins.
___ Fill expansion tank.
___ Fill heating loops.
___ Light Boiler
___ Remove Wint sticker from boiler.
___ Photo documentation of all the above?
***Provide a detailed reason why the system doesn't hold pressure
By signing and dating the below, I take full responsibility for the accuracy and workmanship for completing and documenting a proper dewinterization. As a qualified individual to perform a proper dewinterization, I have photo documented the entire dewinterization process to support all items are completed per Safeguard Properties guidelines and all supporting documentation for damages and estimates/bids are accurate. I understand that any missed, false and/or inaccurate information will result in total ownership of the plumbing system
and all repairs to the system will be at my cost to achieve a sound certifed working plumbing system.
Signature:
Date: