Plumbing work is hidden behind walls and under floors, which makes the photo the only proof. SodaDesk requires the before and after shots and the test results before a job closes, so there's always evidence of what was found and fixed.
The Business Case
Plumbing disputes come down to evidence. Mandatory photo proof settles them before they start.
Where Most plumbing Contractors Get Stuck
- Before/after photos of the work area get skipped.
- Backflow or pressure tests are ticked without documented results.
- No proof of arrival or time on a job.
- Customer proof is scattered across texts and camera rolls.
How SodaDesk Solves It
Mandatory before/after photos
The job can't close until the required work-area photos and checklist items are captured.
Test results as evidence
Record backflow and pressure results as number fields with a photo of the gauge.
GPS-verified check-in
Arrival is captured with a verified badge when location accuracy is under 100m — never blocking.
Sendable proof record
Everything compiles into a job-proof record you can send the customer.
How It Works
Owner schedules the job
Create a one-time or recurring plumbing job and assign a tech — the right checklist is attached automatically.
Tech checks in on site
Check-in captures the time and, when location is allowed, a GPS-verified arrival — never blocking, even if permission is denied.
Checklist + photo proof
The tech works the checklist on mobile: numbers, notes, and required photos. Mark Complete stays locked until every required item is done.
Proof is captured automatically
Photos, readings, time on site, GPS, and the customer signature are compiled into a job-proof record the owner can send to the customer.
Built for plumbing
Backflow and pressure proof
Record test pressures and backflow results as number fields with expected ranges, with a photo of the gauge attached — the documented evidence the job was tested, not just ticked.
Drain and leak before/after
Before and after photos of the work area and fittings are required to close the job, so there's visual proof of what was found and what was fixed.
Recurring service plans on autopilot
Annual and quarterly maintenance plans generate the next visit automatically and assign the regular tech, with the contract's checklist locked in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a plumber skip the photos?
No. Mark Complete is gated on the required photos and checklist items.
Can I record backflow test results?
Yes, as number fields with expected ranges plus a photo of the gauge as proof.
Is location captured?
Yes, when allowed — a GPS-verified check-in badge appears under 100m accuracy, and check-in still works if denied.
Where are the photos kept?
Against the job in object storage with a local fallback, not on a personal phone.