Adjuster Services

At Innerline Plumbing, we utilize our extensive plumbing knowledge and expertise to assist Insurance Adjusters in settling residential and commercial property claims due to water loss and other plumbing issues.

Our technicians are licensed and trained to test for and repair complex plumbing leaks, as well as to identify cost-effective methods of repair aimed at controlling expenditures. Our technicians apply their plumbing knowledge and skills in a manner that satisfies the particular needs of claims professionals and claim litigation specialists.

Innerline Plumbing technicians are cross-trained in the latest advancements in plumbing methods, such as pipe bursting, to give claims adjusters more options when faced with the potential for costly home repairs. These advanced plumbing solutions save both time and money for busy claims professionals.

What follows is a listing of some of our adjuster services. Can’t find a service, please Contact Us.

Testing Services

Sewer System Hydrostatic Test

Sewer exit is blocked off with pneumatic test ball and ball is pushed to outer face of the perimeter beam or exterior wall from sewer clean-out. A toilet is pulled and the system is filled to slab level or floor level. Test is monitored for 20 minutes. A drop in water level would indicate a failed test. « Back to Services List


Sewer System Flow Test

Sewer exit is blocked off with a pneumatic test ball and ball is placed down line of the exterior cleanout on the main drain line. At an interior fixture, 2.5 gallons of water will be poured into the system. The water will be collected and measured at the cleanout. Any water loss or gain will be noted. « Back to Services List


Domestic Water Pressure Test

Testing of all domestic potable water supply piping, whether tested back to isolation valve or corporation stop at meter, consists of all piping within the perimeter of the foundation. It will be noted if yard line or sprinkler systems are included in the pressure test. Test gauge monitored for 20 minutes. « Back to Services List


Shut-off Valve Test

If the pressure holds at 50psi and doesn’t start to rise back up to the original city pressure after 5 minutes, the shut-off valve is considered in good repair and the test is passed. « Back to Services List


AC Drain Static Test

Air conditioner condensate drain exit is either plugged or extended above floor level and filled with water. All sections of drain in slab or suspended under house are tested. Unit is turned off and drain is disconnected from pan. Water level is marked and test is monitored for 30 minutes. « Back to Services List


Shower Pan Test

A test ball is placed in the shower drain riser, below pan membrane, but at the top of the riser pipe. The drain riser above the test ball, excluding the pan and flange, is tested. The balance of the system is filled with water from another fixture and the level of the water is noted. A drop in the water level would indicate a leaking pan. Test is monitored for 20 minutes. The perimeter of the shower is visually monitored during testing. « Back to Services List


Shower Bottom Static Test

A 2” test ball is pushed into shower drain below pan membrane or shower bottom, but at the top of the riser pipe. The drain riser above the test ball, excluding the pan membrane and flange, is tested. The shower base is then filled to a test mark one to two inches above drain grate. Mark usually on dam or close wall. The duration of this test is 20 minutes. « Back to Services List


Shower Riser Pressure Test

The showerhead is removed and a hose bib is installed on shower arm. Riser is purged of air and a pressure gauge placed on bib. The shower riser between the valve body and the test gauge is pressurized with the hose bib in the on position. Shower valve is then turned to the off position. The pressure gauge is monitored for 20 minutes and the results are noted. « Back to Services List


Water Usage Test

If the shower pan and riser test are negative, a water usage test will be performed. The water usage test introduces a volume of water into the shower stall via a water hose connected to a separate fixture. Any source of water leaking will be identified. « Back to Services List


Waste and Overflow Static Test

The bathtub overflow or trip lever faceplate is removed and a 1 ½” test ball is inserted down overflow piping. Test ball is positioned below tee, but above p-trap. The isolated area is filled into the tub shoe and above grate for strainer. Water level is marked and test is monitored for 20 minutes. Condition of overflow gasket is also noted. « Back to Services List