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157 Black Powder Cir., Folsom, Ca (2:00 PM - July 24, 2018)

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

Safety Fencing Condition: N/A $

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wrought Iron Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
Access was through home
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $1500

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
15K - 20K Gallons Pebble Surface
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 32' 0-10% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
The pool surface is free of blemishes or any "pitting", The surface is uniform and smooth with little or no discoloration found
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The swimming pool plaster looks ideal throughout however there are some small areas of issue;

1. The first area is on the main step on the south east of the pool, slight discoloration,

2. The second issue is on the north step where there is plaster discoloration , as well as the main step on the south east of the pool.

All stains are most likely caused by a chlorine floater that was in the pool and not maintained or affixed to one position in the deep end. Nothing can be done to correct other than re plaster later.

There is plaster issues on the spill over as the plaster is not properly attached to the Gunite / tile / grout surface creating a true water bond seal. Since we can see through effervescence that this has occurred for a long time recommend service / proper attachment ($500-1500+) of plaster to this area to ensure water proofing. At the same time there is some missing plaster in the skimmer neck that should be plaster / mortared by a plaster / tile agent.

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$5900

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
250 Low 250
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone N/A or none No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

There are three spillovers on this pool all three spillovers have 6 to 8 tiles on the spill over are loose causing issue. There are also several loose tiles on the wall next to the pool equipment which are nearly close to falling off; Recommend tile service to create a water tight seal on water line tile as well as the pool spill over area ($1500-$3500) as its also having issue.

There is heavy calcium build up present and should be removed before build up is too great, recommend water line tile cleaning ($1200) as well as the spill overs cleaned ($650-1200).

Water Quality Condition: Good $215

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.6 - 8.0 (High) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 120 - 150 (High) 100 - 140 (High) 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?
130 Yes - Recommend Phosphate Treatment Yes
Additional Water Quality Notes

Recommend water balance due to low calcium hardness (water loss) , and high PH and ALK.

Additionall there is algae in this pool, recommend phosphate treatments x 2 ($45 x 2).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Good $440

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Good 2
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
2 N/A 3 N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
No / 5x Could Not Determine / Recommend VGBA Compliant Cover ($88)
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The first skimmer on the north end of the pool is working with all items in place the second skimmer on the south end of the pool is missing its skimmer basket float valve as well as its skimmer weir door recommend both ($105).

There are five main drain covers in this pool three in the pool and two in the lower basin all are older than five years and should be replaced for safety ($88 x 5).

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

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 280
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The bottom cleaner is in working condition however it needs it’s hosed properly sized its tail sponge and to be adjusted and tuned up.

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
Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

The auto fill on the upper portion of the pool is in working condition with a new plastic style auto fill float the float down in the lower base and should be replaced as it is currently not functioning ($125).

Pool Light Condition: Good$

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Incandescent Bulb 50' or less
Pool Light Notes
Light is like new, with no water inside the lens and I would expect this light to last another 5-15 years

Spa Light Condition: $

Spa Light #1 Spa Light #2
Spa Light Notes
Spa Light Additional Notes

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Filter Condition: Poor (High Filter Pressure - Low Water Qaulity - Filter Internal Replacment $150+) $85

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

High Pressure - Indicating low flow, or distressed flow, with extremely high energy consumption. Recommend element replacement soon 1 - 8 weeks ($350-450) start with a cleaning to determine ($85).

Filter Pump Condition: Damaged$

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Sta-Rite Single Speed 1.50HP - 2.00HP
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The motor is a level 4 out of 4 of heat, indicating the motor is in a distressed state and in need of immediate repair, adjustment, or most likely replacement will be required in the next 1-24 months.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs

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 Pb4 ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

The booster is towards the end of its life, once expired dont replace ($455) instead install a bypass valve to remove this pump all together ($575).

Spa Jet Pump Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$455

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Pentair XF Flow ≥ 2.50HP
Spa Jet Additional Notes

This pump (waterfall / jet pump) is in ideal condition however its pump basket is completely full, cannot be serviced as it has no check valve / or ball valve, and its return check valve flap is disintegrating. In any case recommend plumbing modification ($455 to repair / install needed item/$1055 to install important needed ball valves).


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: Good $525

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Sta-Rite Nat Gas 400K BTu
Heater Additional Notes

This heater has a newer high limit sensor installed, showing its had a long life of high flow through its body. Therefore a needed bypass is missing and should be installed on the plumbing to prolong this heaters life ($475).

Additionally the UV guard on this heater is broken ($55) recommend replacement. Also control screen is unusually hot, therefore may expire soon ($257) recommend UV coverage.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Great$245

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The board and timers is in working condition. The breakers are not GFCI compliant and should be upgraded for safety ($245).

Auxiliary Timer Condition: N/A $

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: Good$125

Salt Control #1 Salt Control #2
Salt System Power Detect Salt Flow Detect Salt Presence Low Salt
Yes No Yes Yes
Salt Control System Additional Notes

Currently not producing ample amount of chlorine. Showing error. Recommend service of salt system ($125).

Valves & Fittings Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$175

Overall Details

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.
The equipment appears to be in direct sunlight a large portion of the day. By simply covering the equipment with a UV mesh shade ($25-55 on Amazon + Installation) you will see approx 3x equipment life and 3x less equipment breakdown. This is recommended here.
Condition
Poor
Notes
Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Ironically the salt system is corroding, as it’s not properly ground recommend unistrut Repair here ($175). .

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Check valve in poor condition. Estimated in Spa Jet Pump section.

Condition
N/A
Notes
Condition
N/A
Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $10350Est. Totals


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