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8340 Raffia Ct., Antelope, (8:00 AM - August 2, 2022)

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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
Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
Access was through home
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Fair Surface Condition - Issues Likely in Attachments $1500

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
16' by 40' 10-50% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The pool surface is vinyl over likely a gunite shell. There is considerable dust and debris piles on the bottom of the swimming pool making it difficult to fully determine if there are blemishes present on the surface under these sediment piles. Overall the surface appears to be older than seven years and younger than 15 years. In general vinyl surfaces typically last up to 15 years and it does appear that this surface is worn but in fair condition overall. Something unusual is where they glued the vinyl under the tile line this is not typical and I would not expect it to be waterproof in this area now or for much longer as there are signs of the sealant failing / it peeling. It is likely that this area will need to be resealed here soon if water loss is present ($1500+).

Tile Condition: Issues Present - Recommend Cleaning Service$2500

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet N/A 120
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic Other Other
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

There are some sections of tile that are loose and missing mortar throughout the pool this will likely need to be addressed ($500-1500) depending on how many are loose / missing grout.

The tile itself has considerable calcium buildup present that can be removed for approx $650.

Note that you can replace all the tile in the pool with new updated tile for 1500 to 2500 and that may be the best value here especially after fixing the adherence issue to the surface below the tile.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $150

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) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 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?
Yes, Light Algae was found In Shade or Corners of Pool No No - Calcium Hardness, Cynuric Acid, and Other Factors Show Signs of No Water Loss Present
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality is poor with no chlorine present recommend modification ASAP to resolve ($150+).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Older Condition $188

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


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The main drain cover in the pool has been updated recently however the main drain itself is not technically VGBA compliant. Recommend updating the cover to a larger more complaint cover / due to age ($88) if desiring extra safety measures.

The skimmer has considerable blue matter present inside of it. This may be caused by algaecide or other issues. I am also finding that there is older epoxy work performed to it. This will likely need to be re touched when the surface of the pools border gets resolved ($100).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Other $

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

There is no bottom cleaner present however it does appear that it is ready for a return style bottom cleaner = Polaris 360 $650

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: Great$0

Autofill #1 Autofill #2
Pool Auto-Fill Spa Auto-Fill Auto-Fill Style Fill Speed
Yes Manual Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

No issues. Working at this time.

Pool Light Condition: Working Condition - Issue May Be Present$750

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
50' or less
Pool Light Notes

If there is any condensation inside the light lens the light canister must be replaced for safety, it does appear that there is condensation inside this light lens recommend replacement for safety ($750).

Spa Light Condition: $

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

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Filter Condition: Recommend Service - Damaged Currently $900

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Hayward S270T
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

The filter is operating but by judging from the amount of sediment piles found in the swimming pool it is likely that the filter is due to have it sand replaced ($750) and the filter serviced ($150) due to a leak on the drain plug.

Filter Pump Condition: Working Condition$

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite IntelliPro Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The filter pump is in working condition.

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: N/A$

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

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: Damaged (Needs Attention) $550

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Pentair 250HD
Heater Additional Notes

The heater does turn on and function however it does not fire indicating that there is an issue with the heater itself. Recommend service to the unit to resolve this 2013 model heater ($550+).

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Working Condition - Recommend Updates$150

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

The filter pump has a built-in timer and therefore the manual timer is only being used as a power shut off. The breaker supplying power to the filter pump could be updated to a GFCI breaker made specifically for variable speed pumps ($150+).

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: Good$50

Overall Details

Valving Present is in working condition some of it is slightly older or a ball valve style but working none the less.



Condition
Good
Notes

The handrail base plates appear to be in working condition with separation occurring only on the painted surface the handrail appears to be stable and secure without issue. Note however that these bolts on the surface are a toe cutting hazard and ideally this will be covered ($50) to prevent injury.

Condition
Good
Notes

Working condition plumbing.

Condition
N/A
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Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $6738Est. Totals


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