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628 Foxworth Ct., Lincoln, (2:00 PM - November 9, 2023)

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

Safety Fencing Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wooden Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
The safety fencing is in good working conditon, The fencing does not meet safety standards, 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: Damaged (Needs Attention) $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
10K - 15K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
15' by 25' 50-100% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
The surface is slightly abrasive and not as smooth or as new and will allow more organic matter to grow as a result of the slightly abrasive surface, The pool surface has discoloration throughout due to improper water balance over time, The pool surface has heavy wear, pitting, and or missing surface areas, The surface appears to no longer be water tight at this time
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is heavily worn and discolored throughout. The surface is likely older than 20 to 30 years. I am seeing that the edges of the steps are heavily worn and potentially missing Plaster. It is likely that the surface will require replastering soon (6-10k). Note that if you wish to delay, replastering, I would recommend patching the missing surface sections ($1000).

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$450

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet N/A 105
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone Light Build Up ($450) Other
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

Underneath the waterfall is one or two locations were the mortar is missing and will require a re-water proofing ($100-500).

Otherwise, the waterline tile appears to be in good condition overall with a very light layer of calcium buildup present that can be removed for approximately $450 if desired or using a pumice stone for less than $30.

There are some sections of missing mortar or cracks present on the rock work that may need to be filled in in the next 1 to 10 years.

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) 150+ (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 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 No - Calcium Hardness, Cynuric Acid, and Other Factors Show Signs of No Water Loss Present
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water chemistry indicates that the levels of cyanuric acid is too high, and will require a draining of more than 50% ($375) - note that it may be wise to completely drain and clean this pool surface to eliminate the allergy issues present.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $88

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Recommend Updates 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 is due to be updated ($100) however, note that during the replaster project, it is recommended doing an in floor channel drain as a highly beneficial upgrade (+$300).

The skimmer had significant chlorine damage to it from long-term exposure to high levels of chlorine likely from 3 inch chlorine cookies being placed inside the skimmer.

Recommend installing a new float and float O-ring as well as a new weir door ($200+).

Recommend a re sealing of the skimmer throat soon / during re plaster + add a new skimmer ($300+).

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

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 360
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The bottom cleaner does operate however, it is due for a tuneup which will likely include a new tail and a new bag as well as news hose swivels ($105+).

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

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

The manual fill line is located on the side of the home. It is in working condition.

Pool Light Condition: Poor$55

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Incandescent Bulb 50' or less
Pool Light Notes
Light is in fair condition and I would expect this light to last another 1-5 years, recommend cleaning light fixture ($55)

The pool appears to be in working condition without issue at this time.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Working Condition $250

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Pentair Quad DE 60 - 10/19-12 -
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

The filter appears to be at a nominal pressure. However, there appears to be a small leak occurring at the tank O-ring. Therefore service will likely be required and a new tank O-ring as well. $250.

Filter Pump Condition: Working Condition - Leaks Present$250

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward Max Flo Vs 500 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, it is leaking from its return union. Recommend service to resolve ($250+).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
250

Booster Pump Condition: $0

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: N/A $

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

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Recommend Updates$350

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
350
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The panel is in working condition. Overall, there are signs of potential issue inside the timer itself. However, since it has switched on permanently, I do not feel this will be a matter of concern.

The breakers, though, will need to be updated to a variable speed breaker and a new GFCI for the outlet / pool light ($350+).

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$850

Overall Details

Equipment pad present is in fair condition overall with two leaks and one required repair. I would recommend also covering this pad from UV using a simple UV mesh for less than $50 on Amazon.



Yes, the equipment pad does have a thinning layer of UV protectant paint, and it is due to be re-painted and / or have a UV shade device ($50+) placed over the top / sides of equipment pad to help ensure long PVC piping life AS WELL AS 2x+ or more equipment life., The equipment appears to be in direct sunlight a large portion of the day. By simply covering the equipment with a UV mesh shade ($25-55 on Amazon + Installation) you will see approx 3x equipment life and 3x less equipment breakdown. This is recommended here.
Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

A leak in the plumbing can be found outside of the pumps T recommend repair, and/or improving this during the replying of the bottom cleaner line ($300+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

The bottom cleaner line needs to be plumbed around the outlet. Recommend updating as this was not being filtered properly as a result ($500).

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Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $2773Est. Totals


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