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1061 Perazzo Cir., Folsom, (6:00 PM - August 8, 2022)

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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
Safety Fencing Notes
The fencing needs minor repair to self close and self latch, Recommend self closing and self latching gates leading from the front of the house to the backyard. Door alarms on all access points leading into the backyard from the house to the pool
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Fair Condition - Blemishes Present $

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
10K - 15K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
6' by 40' 0-10% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

Surface has some blemishes present in the middle of the pool on the east wall. Also there appears to be some blemishes presents on the steps specifically in the north part of the pool and the middle south part of the pool. The north steps have likely scratches from an unknown reason. The surface appears to be between 7 and 15 years old. Typical items that will cause the surface to expire prematurely are high pH high cyanuric acid and low flow which all three are present in the swimming pool.

Tile Condition: Recommend Cleaning Service$750

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 125
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic 750 No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile is an ideal working condition. There is significant calcium buildup present throughout especially on the east wall. Recommend removing the calcium ($750).

The waterfall spi overs look like they are made of stainless steel this is typically isn’t an issue unless it is a high chlorine pool. The North Spillover appears to be having issue Vs the south.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $250

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.6 - 8.0 (High) 20 + (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 20 + (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 100 - 120 (Slightly High) 45 - 70 (Ideal) 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?
No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

We have very high chlorine and high cyanuric acid. Recommend modification to water chemistry / 1/4 drain ($250+).

The water quality isn’t immediately showing us signs of water loss however recommend rechecking water chemistry in one to 30 days as well as the auto fill.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Damaged (Needs Attention) $2876

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Damaged (Needs Attention) 1
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 2 N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
No / 2x Could Not Determine / Recommend VGBA Compliant Cover ($176)
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The two main drain covers in the deep end of the pool likely need to be updated due to age and condition ($88x2).

The skimmer has some leak repair work performed to it, and therefore will need to be either re-repaired ($450+) or the skimmer replaced ($2500). Replacement will be permanent wall repair will only last 1 to 5 years.

Additionally the skimmer float and float O-ring will need to be replaced ($200).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Working Condition $0

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 280/380
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The cleaner appears to be in working condition with debris in the bag however the booster pump would not turn on during service therefore It cannot be properly tested.

It does appear to be in good working 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
Yes No Float Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

The auto fill is currently running generally indicating that a leak may be present, recommend cleaning and servicing fill to confirm issue ($125).

Pool Light Condition: Good$

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Incandescent Bulb 100'
Pool Light Notes

Both pool lights appear to be in working condition.

Spa Light Condition: $

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

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Filter Condition: Recommend Service $125

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S7m120
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Filter is in working condition and the filter pressure is lower indicating that the elements were likely cleaned recently and or replaced. I would recommend replacing the pressure gauge and servicing the unit to confirm element life ($125).

Filter Pump Condition: Fair 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
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

This filter pump is working the motor Drive has paint peeling off of it generally due to high heat conditions the pump is 2009 and due to high heat conditions I would not expect it to last another 1 to 5 years without issue. Estimated cost to replace is $2200.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs

Booster Pump Condition: Unknown$

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

I was not able to turn on the booster pump through the panel or remote. It does appear the bottom cleaner is in working condition as there is debris in the unit therefore this booster pump is likely working. The cost to replace the booster if failed is $750- $1250.

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: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1500

Auxiliary Pump A #1 Auxiliary Pump A #2
Auxiliary Pump A Brand Auxiliary Pump A Model Horsepower
Ozone / Uv
Auxiliary Pump A Additional Notes

The ultra pure water sanitizer is no longer operational recommend replacement if desired ($800-1500).

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
Heater Additional Notes

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Great$150

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
Yes - The plug and or breaker are connected to the pool light and test and reset.
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The board breaker and GFCI breaker for the plug is in working condition. Recommend updating the breaker for the variable speed pump to GFCI ($150).

Auxiliary Timer Condition: N/A $

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$850

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

The salt system is older than seven years and is no longer in working condition. Even though the indicator lights would convince you otherwise the salt cell will only last up to seven years therefore replacement is required now or nearly tomorrow ($850).

Valves & Fittings Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1600

Overall Details

The plumbing installed is in working condition without any leaks present however it is due to be painted labeled and covered from UV ($400).

There also is five valves and unions that will need to be serviced ($500).

Last there is a plumbing repair that is not ideal and will need to be cut out and replaced ($400).



Condition
Poor
Notes

The return eyelets are due to be updated as they are older and two of them are angled thus reducing the flow. Approx $300 installed.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

This is a non-ideal repair recommend replacement of affected items. Pricing detailed in main section above.

Condition
Good
Notes

The frog chlorinator will need to be serviced the mineral pack and the chlorine pack are approximately $150.

Condition
N/A
Notes
Condition
N/A
Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $8351Est. Totals


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