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5335 Barton Rd., Loomis, (9:00 AM - September 8, 2022)

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Front Of House Pool Spa

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
Chain Link Side of home
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: Blemishes & Wear Present - Approx 6 yrs old $

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Pebble Surface
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
20' by 45' 10-50% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface of the pool is a pebble with abalone shell flake added.

In the main pool there is wear / mottling present found mostly in the north section of the pool. In the shallow end entry steps closest to the house on the north section there is some type of rust stain possible rebar but likely not: Recommend service to confirm ($300). On the additional steps leading into the pool (north most there are small rust stains present likely surface level, recommend service to confirm that as well. Proceeding to the pool deep end on the northwest section there appears to be gouges out of the plaster that likely may need repair as it does appear to be down to the gunite ($1000) recommend service to confirm that as well. In the middle of the main pool body there appears to be some surface level rust stains present, recommend service to confirm. On the south west corner middle of the pool there also appears to be more rust stains present recommend service to confirm as well.

In the spa there appears to be some rust stains present but most likely it is caused by the bobby pin that is currently in the Northwest section of the spa. And also rusting is present on the south west corner of the spa as well.

In the lower basin there are three calcium fissures coming through on the south most wall and corner portion. Common with wet sub-surface environments.

There is one calcium Fisher in particular coming through 3 feet north of the south portion wall. This is likely caused by water seepage through the vanishing wall via water / tile permeation that should be repaired (as described in tile section below).

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$5000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
More than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 300
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic Other Other
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile on the swimming pool has some calcium formation present but likely can be removed with service if desired, as well as the raised fire pillar sections and spa waterline tile ($1000+).

The vanishing edge spillover has some sections that are losing water / cracked / recommend service to resolve ($3k+/-) ie both corners of the spill over where the spill over meets the fire pillars there is water seeping through even though the water level is not high enough to justify this action therefore the grout may be insufficient or wrong type. On the spill over edge mostly on the last row of tile before it spilled over some of the tiles are exposing their mesh and cracking mortar present - this will need service to resolve, this is also common on spill over pools. And in the lowest basin and corners I am noticing that water loss may be present and likely will need to be re-mortared to resolve.

The fire spill over bowls are mounted on a concrete modified cinderblock, with likely no steel reinforcement present, this is not ideal and should be upgraded to a more longevity driven foundation ($1000+).

On the east section of the spa I am seeing water extrusions present likely indicating that the tile inside the spa / or beyond may need additional attention to assist in waterproofing status ($?) backside wall pictured in last section of report, found on all backside walls of spa.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $300

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.5 - 6.8 (Low) 0 (Very Low) 1 (Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 20 - 45 (Low) 100 - 250 (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?
No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

Water bugs present, virtually no chlorine present, likely due to 120 temps, and virtually no cyanuric acid present (which is a strong Indicator of water loss being present - likely also found on spillover edge issues + equipment pad issues). Recommend balancing water treatments asap ($300+).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: No Skimmers / 6 Main Drains Pool / 2 Spa $500

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
No Skimmers / 6 Main Drains Pool / 2 Spa N/A
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
N/A N/A 4 or more 2
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
Other
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

There is no skimmer installed.

There are six main drains in the pool and lower basin and two in the spa. All appear to be newer than seven years and in working condition.

Special note that the main drains in the spa are not going to be compliant due to some requirements and quantity of Main drains (only 2 connected to 2 high flow pumps, recommend modification on pad to bring to a safer standard ($500+).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Damaged, some major parts need to be replaced ($205) $205

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

The bottom cleaner‘s hoses too long and needs to be trimmed and likely the hose swivel serviced or added ($205). Additionally the filter elements in the filter are likely so dirty that it is causing a reduction in flow to the bottom cleaner currently the unit is running at about 10 to 20% it’s regular speed.

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 canister appears to have a second layer of concrete on its inner structure, Vs just outter - this is unusual and may be cause for concern as it does not appear to be truely waterproof and may be a source of waterloss. Recommend receiving a second opinion on this as well but service likely to resolve ($125). Otherwise the fill Mechanism is in working condition.

Pool Light Condition: Working Condition - Recommend Minor Service$100

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

There are three large pool lights and two small micro lights in the main pool. There are three micro LED lights in the lower basin. The main pool light in the north section of the pool is slightly out of its housing and will need to be re applied to its housing ($100).

Spa Light Condition: Working Condition$

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

There is one spa light installed. Working condition.

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Damaged $700

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Pentair 520 Clean & Clear
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

The filter is currently leaking from its pressure gauge assembly and likely needs a new pressure gauge, service, and new elements ($700) if the elements haven’t been replaced in the past five years.

Filter Pump Condition: Working Condition - Recommend Repairs$750

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair IntelliFlo Xf 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 however its temperature is at an extreme level likely due to the filter elements being extremely dirty. If left on resolve the pump will likely burn itself out and replacement will be required ($2800). In the meantime the filter pump will need a new suction side check valve to allow the pump to operate proficiently daily ($750).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
Other

Booster Pump Condition: Working Condition$

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

The booster pump is in working condition without issue at this time. Slightly Hot to the touch likely due to low water flow.

Spa Jet Pump Condition: Good$10

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

The spa jet pump is in good working condition - it is the only pump that is not extremely hot, but still very hot, this is likely due to the fact that the amount of spa jets is slightly insufficient for the size of the pump for the plumbing is slightly insufficient for the size of the pump. Recommend minor lid o ring service ($10).


Waterfall Pump Condition: Good$

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair IntelliFlo XF Variable Speed
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

The waterfall / spillover pump is in good working condition it is hot indicating that the pump itself likely does not appreciate being in direct sunlight on 110° day. Recommend covering from UV.

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 $50

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Pentair Mastertemp 400
Heater Additional Notes

The heater is in ideal working condition. Recommend painting the gas connections ($50).

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Great$

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 panel is in ideal working condition.

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$100

Overall Details

Equipment pad is in working condition all plumbing is sound however the suction side valve of the filter pump likely is due to be serviced ($50). Also the equipment pad is due to be covered from UV-ASAP ($50).



Yes, the equipment pad is UV protected by a UV protectant paint, however it is due to be re painted / recommend painting this pad to ensure long PVC piping life as well as certain equipment
Condition
Poor
Notes

Cover from UV

Condition
N/A
Notes

Cover from UV

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

These will leak during use due to non ideal design.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Bonding wire is exposed in two locations one at south spa wall and spillover wall, susceptible to elements and loss of bond. Recommend adhering / waterproofing to wall for longevity during tile repair services estimated above.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Separating bond from foundation + likely water loss.


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $7965Est. Totals


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