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2739 Essex Pl., El Dorado Hills, Ca (11:00 AM - February 27, 2018)

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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, Wrought Iron Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
The fencing needs minor repair to self close and self latch
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Safety fencing around the pool can be performed by crumb crunchers in Orangeville they charge approximately 1300 to 1500.

Pool Surface Condition: Good $

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 35' 10-50% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
There are some small areas of staining or discoloration, The pool surface appears to have no pitting or any loose surfaces present, The surface is slightly abrasive and not as smooth or as new and will allow more organic matter to grow as a result of the slightly abrasive surface
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is overall in good condition. No large areas of missing surface found. Overall blemish free.

Tile Condition: Good$450

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 115
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Glass Light Build Up ($450) No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

Water Quality Condition: Good $215

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.8 - 7.2 (Ideal) 10 - 20 (High) 10 - 20 (High) 50 - 100 (Ideal) 45 - 70 (Ideal) 400 - 650 (Slightly High)
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?
130 Yes - Recommend Phosphate Treatment No
Additional Water Quality Notes

Due to ideal calcium hardness and cynuric acid levels, water loss is not found / present.

Water quality overall is in good condition, but due to algae present on spa side wall of pool, recommend water treatment(s) to eliminate light algae ($215).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Fair / Poor Flow $352

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Fair / Poor Flow 1
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 2 2
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
No / 4x Could Not Determine / Recommend VGBA Compliant Cover ($88)
Skimmer & Main Drain Details
The first skimmer is in great working condition with a like new working skimmer float weir and an in tact, in place, like new skimmer float valve and float valve seal present
Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

All main drain covers appear to be VGBA compliant, however , they appear to be over 7 yrs old or older and therefore brittle and per manf. rec. & state rec. requires replacement with like model every 7 years (88ea x 4).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Damaged, unit is in distressed shape and will need more than $250 in repair items currently, consider replacement options ($405-655+). $650

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 360 - 3 - 7 yrs old
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

This unit is not in ideal working condition. Currently does not function even after adjusting valving to allow near 90% flow to unit. This unit may need either repair ($250) or replacement ($650) soon.
Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: Poor ($125)$125

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

The auto fill valve is working however right below the fill valve is a small water leak , recommend servicing this connection with Teflon tape ($5) and service ($120).

Pool Light Condition: Fair$125

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Tower Fed Fiber Optic 50' or less
Pool Light Notes

Pool light is fiber optic ran through a fiber tower, recommend simple service of fiber tower to allow clean un-restricted cool air to flow through light area (normal operation). Currently I can hear the fan hitting a leaf or debris inside unit. Clean inside the unit ($125) and re install.

Note this is a no voltage option of pool and spa lighting which is the most safe way to light a pool and spa.

Spa Light Condition: Fair$0

Spa Light #1 Spa Light #2
Spa Light Notes
Light is not working / powering on at this time and may need replacement, whole new light apparatus
Spa Light Additional Notes

Described in pool light notes.

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Filter Condition: Fair - Recommends filter cleaning and checking element $85

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S7M120
Filter Notes
Normal to High Filter Pressure - Indicating a filter cleaning ($85) is necessary to identify filter element quality of life, if elements were recently cleaned this is indicating element replacement is needed in the next 1 - 24 months ($150-450)
Filter Additional Notes

In working condition 17-20psi , 1.5hp pump, 2” plumbing, pool and spa, through an older (10-15yr) heater. The elements most likely are new but if needing replacement elements
expect a cost of $350-450, otherwise a cleaning may only be required ($85).

Filter Pump Condition: Fair - Good$

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Dylan Glas 1.25HP - 1,50HP
Filter Pump Condition
The motor is a level 2 out of 4 of heat, indicating the motor is in a stressed state and in need of repair or adjustment, The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Good, the filter pump is in good working condition; The motor is warm or slightly hot, some air in the pump basket, motor is hot to the touch, recommend upgrading the status of this pump by; cleaning, lubricating, and resealing all pump suction and return side fitting o-rings.
Filter Pump Additional Notes

New motor (1-2 yrs old) on an older (10-14yr old) pump. Pumps generally last 15-30 yrs when out of direct sunlight (uv). I would expect this pump to last another 5-15 yrs without issue.
Filter Pump Additional Repairs
None

Booster Pump Condition: $

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Spa Jet Pump Condition: Good$55

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Dura Glas 2 1.50HP - 2.00HP
Spa Jet Additional Notes

Good working condition. Recommend replacement lid o ring and basket ($55).

Waterfall Pump Condition: N/A$

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

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: N/A $

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Raypak 2100
Heater Additional Notes

Working condition. Leaf debris should be cleaned and removed before major use ($125) otherwise in ideal working condition. Bonding wire connected and secured.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Great$

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

Two working timers. One in use (left). Older working x-10 modules installed and working; jet pump (option 3), pool / spa lights (1), heater (2).

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$1475

Overall Details

Currently no leaks found.

Recommend overhaul of halving , due to several sealant spots found showing signs of leaks, - $1475 to complete re do and replace; 4; 3 way valves, 2 actuators, 2 check valves, 1 chlorinated connection and lubricating all o rings on this pad.


Due for maintenance, small 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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Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $3532Est. Totals

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