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1068 Lindley Ct., Folsom, (1:00 PM - October 19, 2023)

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

Safety Fencing Condition: Good $125

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wrought Iron 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

The safety fencing is in good condition overall, however it does not have a self closing spring, and Likely will need some minor modification to ensure safety requirements are met.

Pool Surface Condition: Nearing End of Life Cycle $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
20' by 35' 10-50% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface age appears to be over 15 years. And I would put it likely closer to 25 years. I am seeing significant wear throughout the surface. I see where, in the deep end likely down to the gunite, as well as some sections of the plaster, where the rock natural stone meets the plaster. I do see mini, small rust, stains present in the deep end. This is likely a surface level stain as they do not appear to be emanating deep into the Plaster itself. I would anticipate the surface to last no more than another one to five years before replastering will likely be required 8 - $13,000.

Tile Condition: Recommend Updates$2350

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 120
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone Medium Build Up ($550) Other
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile is in Ideal Condition. Where the tile meets the rock, it does appear that some mortar will need to be added as well as between the tiles inside the skimmer throat as well ($300+).

There is some calcium present build up, especially on the natural stone rock this can likely be removed for less than $500+ and if only done to the rock work less than $300.

The rock work has some gaps present this will likely need to be refilled with new mortar soon $1000.

On the east side of the pool, there are approximately three concrete slabs that have lifted, and will likely need to be re-settled or leveled likely using a concrete jacking service ($500+). Currently they are a trip hazard, especially right into the pool and subsequent shallow end steps.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $375

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.6 - 8.0 (High) 10 - 20 (High) 10 - 20 (High) 50 - 100 (Ideal) 70 - 100 (Slightly High) 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?
Yes, Light Algae was found In Shade or Corners of Pool, Increasing chlorine, adjusting chemicals to proper levels, and doing enzyme and phosphate treatments along with 2 separate filter cleanings, one before treatments and one after will help reduce or eliminate algae ($375) No
Additional Water Quality Notes

There is some allergy build a Present, especially found in some of the nooks and crannies i.e. the rock, and around the pool light. Indicating that algae is present with such a high level of chlorine recommend appropriate treatments to properly remove ($375+). The water chemistry does not confirm if water loss is present.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $352

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 4 or more N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
No / 4x Could Not Determine / Recommend VGBA Compliant Cover ($88)
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

There are four main drain covers all which should be updated for safety $88x4.

Both skimmers functioned however, I would recommend updating both Skimmer float O-rings, if desired, not required ($50+).

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

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

The bottom Cleaner is Newer, but likely will need a new tail tires and one additional hose swivel installed to help the cleaner, work more efficiently

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: Poor ($125)$250

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

The auto fill is currently off for an unknown reason I do not see a reason why this fill would be off at this time. Recommend confirming this issue.

It may be due to the fact that there is a leak on the Autofill shut off valve on the equipment pad ($250).

Pool Light Condition: Issues Present$125

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

The south pool light does turn on, however, does not sync with the other color light. This may require service to resolve ($125). All functions on both lights work.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Recommend Updates $620

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S7M400
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Judging by the pressure present and the overall condition, I would anticipate a need for a new filter element in this filter ($600) if it hasn’t been replaced in the past 2 to 5 years. I would also recommend a new pressure gauge ($20).

Filter Pump Condition: Fair Condition$0

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 older than 10 years likely approximately 18 years old but it is in working condition with overall no issues currently seeing at this time.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs

Booster Pump Condition: Poor / Damaged Condition$0

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Jandy Pb4-60 ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

This booster pump is in poor to damaged Condition.

Upon initial start up, I did find that the booster pump was struggling to gain prime approx 7 takes to establish. This may be caused by an issue with the valve on the suction side of the pump ($400+) if leaking / repair required. I feel confident that if there is issue this would be it.

Also, this booster pump does not sound like it is in ideal working condition with a vibrating motor and therefore in replacement of the entire pump may be required soon ($1275+ installed).

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: Recommend Updates$250

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
250
Board & Timer Additional Notes

This panel has two timers that are less than ideal to function and operate. Additionally, there are missing components and I need to update the breakers to a GFCI ($250+) for safety.

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: Fair - Working Condition$550

Overall Details

Evolving installed overall is in good condition. It has been painted fairly recently. I would just recommend some labeling and covering from UV ($100).



Condition
Good
Notes

Valve present to control water flow on pool decking.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Organic matter seen around pool light - more info found in water quality section

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

There is a leak presents at the return before the check valve. I will need to be repaired ($450).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

It does appear that there may be issue present on this piece of plumbing, but it would likely be resolved upon updating the booster pump.

Condition
N/A
Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $5102Est. Totals


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