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1 W A St., Galt, (2:00 PM - November 21, 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
Safety Fencing Notes
Access was through home
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $12000

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Fiberglass
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
20' by 50' 50-100% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is pitted (gray 1/2 dime sized) and missing in several locations throughout the pool approximately one hundred pits. Generally, this alone is a sign that the surface will need to be redone soon to prevent water loss. In both the shallow and the deep end, we are seeing where down to its subsurface, which is another signifier that the surface is expiring soon. Estimated cost to resurface this pool is between 10 to 12k +.

There also appears that the surface has unusual black equal sized markings as the gray present on steps etc.

The surface is older than 15+ years old. And likely is older than 30+.

Remaining life is minimal.

Tile Condition: Issues Present$8050

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet High 125
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic Medium Build Up ($550) Other
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs

Around the west side of the swimming pool the concrete coping is compromising and separating from approximately 25 lineal feet as well as in other locations throughout the pool. Likely to repair again as it has already been repaired but to do it more correctly would be adding in a proper formed in coping around the entire pool, likely different than what’s already installed, or at least as close as possible ($4-6k+).

The tiles around the swimming pool are gapping in between several, and likely will need to be resealed soon if not already has this will be a waterloss point ($1500+).

Additional Tile Notes

The tile is in fair condition overall. There is light calcium build up present that can be removed for approximately $550. In between many of the tiles, there is missing grout. Also, in between many of the tiles is black algae, this will likely have to be treated and cleaned detailed in the water quality section.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $275

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
<6.5 10 - 20 (High) 10 - 20 (High) 50 - 100 (Ideal) 70 - 100 (Slightly 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?
Yes, Heavy Algae was found Throughout Pool, A phosphate treatment ($85) will help reduce dissolved organics (100-1000ppb) by coagulating organics for 7-10 days allowing collection to occur on the filter. A filter cleaning is required after treatment., An enzyme treatment would reduce dissolved organics additionally through enzyme breakdown and oxidization ($65), Filter Cleaning and Filter Treatment 1 - 10 days after treatments would help reduce and eliminate algae and organic debris ($125) No No - Calcium Hardness, Cynuric Acid, and Other Factors Show Signs of No Water Loss Present
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality is nearly ideal. However, there is black algae present in several locations that will need to be treated ASAP ($275+).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $488

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Recommend Updates 2
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
2 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

There are two skimmers installed a west and north skimmer. The north skimmer will need a new weir and float as well as a float O-ring and weighted basket same with west skimmer ($400).

The main drain cover in the pool should be updated ($88+), especially during resurfacing.

Both skimmer openings are due to be resealed as they are older. This will be addressed in the tile repair service.

Also, both scammers are older and would be in new owners best interest to update the skimmers at time of coping repair, or re surfacing.

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Damaged, some major parts need to be replaced ($205) $305

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 3900
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The bottom cleaner is in poor working condition. It is missing a few parts and most parts (bottom shell worn almost through) are in poor / damaged shape (hose complete $200). Approx cost to update ($305+) for new hose, bag, lower unit etc. May be best to at least consider updating this unit for $750+ and regain confidence that the bottom cleaner is ideal.

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs
100

Auto-Fill Condition: $0

Autofill #1 Autofill #2
Pool Auto-Fill Spa Auto-Fill Auto-Fill Style Fill Speed
No No Manual Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$750

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

The pool light is older and do to be updated ($750+).

Spa Light Condition: $

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

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Filter Condition: Recommend Updates $805

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S8m150
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

This is an older filter. It is likely due for a new tank O-ring, as well as all O-rings, updated as well as a new set of elements is also likely if it hasn’t been done in the past three years ($805).

A better filter is the Tr-140c at approx $2500

Filter Pump Condition: Fair Condition$1800

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Supermax 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The filter pump is connected to a bonding wire, just slightly unusual as it is not unshielded - recommend connecting to un shielded ($100).

This pump appears to be undersized by 50% as the two pipes coming into the pump can handle 80+ GPM x 2 and this pump can likely perform up to 75GPM.

A more appropriate pump would be the IntelliFLO at approx $1800.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
None

Booster Pump Condition: Great$

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Polaris Pb4-60 ≤ 0.99HP
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: N/A $

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Heater Additional Notes

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$750

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

For safety, I would recommend installing an appropriate set of breakers and timers, as well as replacing the box ($750+).

Currently the pool light does not appear to be connected to a GFCI outlet and the timers are open terminals in a metal box; recommend service ($250) to resolve but best to update box entirely ($750+) instead.

For phone connectivity expect to pay $750+

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$700

Overall Details

Ideal valving in working condition. Would recommend updating o rings / painting / labeling ($500+).



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The diving board installed is older and no longer “safe” it at the very least will need a new board ($200+) if desired, due to fatigue present on surface of current board.


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $25923Est. Totals


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