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327 Camellia Ct., El Dorado Hills, Ca (9:00 AM - January 18, 2018)

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Front Of House Pool Spa

Equipment Pad

Equipment #1 Equipment #2 Equipment #3 Equipment #4 Equipment #5

Safety Fencing Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $125

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wooden, Chain Link Side of home, Around pool
Safety Fencing Notes
The fencing needs minor repair to self close and self latch, The access gate does not swing away from the pool, The fencing does not meet safety standards
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Fair (1-72 Months) $4500

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
15K - 20K Gallons Pebble Surface
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 32' 10-50% 12-48 Months
Pool Surface Notes
The pool surface has discoloration throughout due to improper water balance over time, The pool surface has heavy wear, pitting, and or missing surface areas, The surface appears to no longer be water tight at this time, Recommend re-surface as soon as possible
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The pool surface is between 10-15 years old.

Typically Pool Plaster should last 15-30 years depending on care.

This surface should last another 1 - 72 months before re plaster would be required (4-5K for Pool and Spa).

Recommend re surface as soon as water loss becomes present. Currently water loss is present hoever it may be due to the leaking equipment and not the surface. Fix equipment leaks and re-test.

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 140
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone Medium Build Up ($550) Less than 20 tiles ($450)
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $85

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.8 - 7.2 (Ideal) 0 (Very Low) 0 (Very Low) 50 - 100 (Ideal) 45 - 70 (Ideal) 0 - 100 (Very Low)
pH Level Details Free Chlorine Details Total Chlorine Details Cyanuric Acid Details Alkalinity Notes Calcium Notes
Algae present? Foliage found in water? Water loss present?
0 Yes - Recommend Phosphate Treatment Yes
Additional Water Quality Notes

Due to low calcium hardness I feel this water is new and shows signs its recently been emptied or its had water leaking on the equipment pad longer than 1 month. Recommend resolving leaking equipment and re testing water loss.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Good $610

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Good 1 Not Ideal
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 3 2
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
No / 5x Could Not Determine / Recommend VGBA Compliant Cover ($88)
Skimmer & Main Drain Details
The first skimmer is in *working* condition however it is missing its *float valve* ($50), The first skimmer is in *working* condition however it is missing its skimmer *float valve o-ring* ($65), The first skimmer is in *working* condition however it is missing its *skimmer weir* ($55)
Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The skimmer needs minor replacement parts listed above.

The main drain covers x 5 (3 Pool , 2 Spa) should all be replaced for safety ($88 x 5).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Damaged, some major parts need to be replaced ($205) $205

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 280 / Booster Pressure
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Cleaner was not connected, however located on the side yard.

Cleaner is in fair condition. The hose ($155) and a few minor parts ($55) should be replaced to bring this unit up to ideal condition.
Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: Good ($10)$10

Autofill #1 Autofill #2
Pool Auto-Fill Spa Auto-Fill Auto-Fill Style Fill Speed
Yes No Float Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

Older float, auto-fill can is in good condition. There is only one issue, the float here, it needs to be replaced with a plastic float ($10) vs this metal version.

Pool Light Condition: Good$55

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Incandescent Bulb 50' or less
Pool Light Notes
Light is in fair condition and I would expect this light to last another 1-5 years, recommend cleaning light fixture ($55)

The light is original and showing signs of failure (light color). It should last another 1 - 5 years without issue before replacement is necessary ($575). Recommend cleaning behind the light to remove any organics.

Spa Light Condition: Fair$25

Spa Light #1 Spa Light #2
Spa Light Notes
Light is in fair condition and I would expect this light to last another 1-5 years, recommend cleaning area behind light
Spa Light Additional Notes

The light may be original and showing signs of failure (light color). It should last another 1 - 5 years without issue before replacement is necessary ($475). Recommend cleaning behind the light to remove any organics.

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Poor (High Filter Pressure - Low Water Qaulity - Filter Internal Replacment $150+) $140

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite System 3 - s7m120
Filter Notes
High Pressure - Indicating low flow, or distressed flow, with extremely high energy consumption. Recommend element replacement soon 1 - 8 weeks ($150-450)
Filter Additional Notes

Leaking filter tank o ring. Recommend cleaning element ($85) and lubricating o ring ($55) to confirm if filter elements need replacement ($250-350).

Filter Pump Condition: Good$75

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Dyna Glas - Max E Pro - Single Speed 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

This pump is in working condition with no issues present.

Recommend lid o ring replacement and basket replacement ($75) to bring this pump up to fair working condition.

I would expect this pump and new motor to last another 2 - 10 years without issue.
Filter Pump Additional Repairs
None

Booster Pump Condition: Fair (Replacement recommended in 6 months - 5 years $455)$455

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Polaris Single Speed ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

This pump is no longer in working condition; leaking shaft seal, connections, and blown bearings. Recommend replacement ($455) or removal and re valve for a bottom cleaner that does not require a booster pump ($655).

Spa Jet Pump Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$275

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Max E Pro 1.50HP - 2.00HP
Spa Jet Additional Notes

This pump is in running condition, however due to issues (air leak present) it is not running; recommend servicing this pump ($275) to bring back up to ideal fair working condition.

Waterfall Pump Condition: Good$75

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Max E Pro 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

Recommend lid o ring replacement and basket replacement ($75) to bring this pump up to fair working condition.

Auxiliary Pump A Condition: N/A$

Auxiliary Pump A #1 Auxiliary Pump A #2
Auxiliary Pump A Brand Auxiliary Pump A Model Horsepower
Auxiliary Pump A Additional Notes

Auxiliary Pump B Condition: N/A $

Auxiliary B #1 Auxiliary B #2
Auxiliary Pump B Brand Auxiliary Pump B Model Horsepower
Auxiliary Pump B Additional Notes

Heater Condition: Good $255

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Sta-Rite 333-400K Propane
Heater Additional Notes

The control panel on top of the heater is no longer functioning ideally blocking normal function of this heater (off button, temp up or down button, etc), replacement item and service ($255-405).

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Good$200

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
No - Older GFI standard, tests, and resets the pool and or spa light. Recommend upgrading to GFCI standard for safety ($125)
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The board is in good working condition.

The light switches do not work correctly, and the GFI is not GFCI compliant. Recommend repairing light switches ($200-275) when replacing the GFCI.

Auxiliary Timer Condition: N/A $

Auxiliary Timer #1 Auxiliary Timer #2
Auxiliary Timer Additional Notes

Salt Control Systems Condition: N/A$

Salt Control #1 Salt Control #2
Salt System Power Detect Salt Flow Detect Salt Presence Low Salt
Salt Control System Additional Notes

Valves & Fittings Condition: Poor$1325

Overall Details

The pad is in need of servicing throughout.

1. UV paint $225
2. All O Ring Service $575 - 1075

UV paint to protect all plumbing from UV exposure.

O ring service to open, clean, and re seal all o rings needed every 10-15 years.


Due for maintenance, large equipment pad, Required every 10-15 years, all valving must be opened, cleaned, lubricated, and re sealed to ensure longevity of equipment.
No, the equipment pad is not UV protected by a UV protectant paint, recommend painting this pad to ensure long PVC piping life as well as certain equipment
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Damaged (Needs Attention)		 Notes

Damaged ball valve, recommend replacement ($225)
Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)		 Notes

Leaking valve o rings ($225)
Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)		 Notes

Missing Light Box /Switch ($75).

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $9360Est. Totals

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