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9025 Camino del Avion, Granite Bay, Ca (9:00 AM - May 11, 2018)

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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
Wrought Iron Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
The fencing needs minor repair to self close and self latch, The fencing does not meet safety standards
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Good $

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
18' by 35' 10-50% 12-48 Months
Pool Surface Notes
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, 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
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface appears to be in fair to good condition, with approx 5 - 12 years of life left, however, because what was found in the bottom cleaner it appears it is closer to 12-48.

Plaster is coming off in bottom cleaner bag, recommend re plaster soon 12-48 months ($5500-7500).

Tile Condition: Good$650

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet High 145
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone Heavy Build Up ($650) No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

Water Quality Condition: Good $

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.2 - 7.6 (Slightly High) 5 - 10 (Slightly High) 10 - 20 (High) 50 - 100 (Ideal) 100 - 140 (High) 250 - 400 (Ideal)
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 No No
Additional Water Quality Notes

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Good $0

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Good 1 Other
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 1 2
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
Yes
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

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 pool main drain cover appears newer than 7 years, and VGBA compliant.

***The spa main drain cover appears newer as well and the 2 foot of spacing is in question of VGBA compliance*** confirm with last plastering / construction company.

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Fair, minimal parts needed for tune-up ($105) $105

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Pentair Racer
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The bottom cleaner is in working condition, however the unit needs minor repair parts (tail, sponge, bag ($105) soon. Otherwise this unit is in ideal condition.

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
No No Manual Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

I was not able to find an auto fill for the pool, instead I found one for both fountains, which both are not working correctly (missing feed tubes) and floats are older metal version in need of plastic replacement ($125+)

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$775

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Incandescent Bulb 150'
Pool Light Notes
Light is not working / powering on at this time and may need replacement ($565+)

One of the two lights is not working, and in need of replacement ($620) before swimming should occur. Also note the light GFCI breaker should have tripped (variable light voltage) and showing signs of issue therefore an electrician should re examine this issue and determine if the proper amp rating is present ($155).

Spa Light Condition: Good$0

Spa Light #1 Spa Light #2
Spa Light Notes
No water present inside light lens, 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

No issues present.

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Good $185

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Jandy CL460
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

Unit is in ideal physical condition, with a leaking tank o ring, recommend tank o ring service ($55) or replacement ($105), and cleaning the cartridges as well ($85).

Filter Pump Condition: Good$105

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair 1-3 years old. Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

Pump is working well, however the pump lid o ring, is in need of replacement / or service ($105) as it is leaking every start and stop, and some air.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
None

Booster Pump Condition: Great$0

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair Variable Speed Booster Variable Speed
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Ideal Booster

Spa Jet Pump Condition: N/A$

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Spa Jet Additional Notes

Waterfall Pump Condition: Good$

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward Single Speed 2.00HP - 2.50HP
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

This pump is in working condition. No issues found.

Auxiliary Pump A Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$555

Auxiliary Pump A #1 Auxiliary Pump A #2
Auxiliary Pump A Brand Auxiliary Pump A Model Horsepower
Hayward Single Speed 1.50HP - 2.00HP
Auxiliary Pump A Additional Notes

Air blower Pump - In Damaged Condition

The pump is leaking on the suction side fitting of the pump ($175), that has caused the motor to heat to higher than normal temperatures causing the motor to fail / bearing to fail ($255), recommend motor / pump replacement ($555 / 1375+) vs repair.

Auxiliary Pump B Condition: Poor $

Auxiliary B #1 Auxiliary B #2
Auxiliary Pump B Brand Auxiliary Pump B Model Horsepower
Hayward Super 2 Pump 1.50HP - 2.00HP
Auxiliary Pump B Additional Notes

This pump is in working condition. No issues found.

Heater Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Sta-Rite System 3
Heater Additional Notes

The drain plug o ring also needs to be serviced ($155) as it is leaking now.

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

The board is working, and all items functioning on the timer board.

The light GFI is in question (under pool light section).

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
Yes Yes Yes No
Salt Control System Additional Notes

Salt Control Working, Salt On Site

Valves & Fittings Condition: Poor$2315

Overall Details

Two actuators in working condition now, however they will fail in 1 - 48 months ($555).

Check valves x 3 are no longer working ($755) and should be replaced.

Ortega check valve replacement ($375) includes several plumbing pieces around it.

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 ($175).

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 ($455).



Condition
Poor
Notes
Condition
Poor
Notes

Poor Check Valves

Condition
Poor
Notes

Poor Actuators

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Poor Union Connection / Ortega Valve

Condition
Poor
Notes

Poor Check Valves


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $4165Est. Totals


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