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35 Madison Ct., Roseville, (9:00 AM - November 27, 2023)

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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
Wooden Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
The fencing needs minor repair to self close and self latch, 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

The backyard access fencing needs very minor repair to bring back to Ideal working condition.

Pool Surface Condition: Good $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
15K - 20K Gallons Pebble Surface
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
16' by 30' 0-10% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is a pebble based plaster surface. There is also a slate stone surface in the shallow end. Typically slate stone is generally not a waterproof stone, this is also found on the tile line as well. In general, this is not typically an ideal stone to use in a waterproof environment like a swimming pool.

In the shallow end, it does appear that the tile was connected to the gunite, and then the plaster was laid around it. This will generally require a re-ordering in between the tiles every 15 or so years or when gaps develop. In general, the mortar is not as waterproof as the plaster, and inturn again is not a waterproof surface.

On the south corner most section of the surface, where the corner of the southwest portion of the pool - it appears to be mortar, build up from construction phase on top of the plaster.

The surface itself appears to be 7 to 15 years old. We typically see this service last up to 30 years.

Tile Condition: N/A$1200

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet Ideal 105
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Natural / Stone Light Build Up ($450) Other
Mastic Repair
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The tile on the waterline appears to be in working condition. The raised wall tile also all appears to be in Ideal Condition. Where are the rocks meet the waterline tile there are areas where it will likely need to be murdered to re-waterproof the area soon ($750).

There is a very light calcium buildup present at the water line that can be removed if desired $450+

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $100

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.5 - 6.8 (Low) .05 (Low) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 45 - 70 (Ideal) 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 No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality will need to be modified, which will include increasing the cya levels ($100). Note that the pool chemistry is indicating new water is present or that it has not been properly balanced for some time. Recommend re checking water chemistry in 1-30 days to confirm.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $577

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 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 drains covers present - These for covers can be updated as they should be updated every seven years per manufactures recommendation ($88x4).

The skimmer is showing signs of issue; blue glue, heavy chemical wear, poor quality install - likely a potential
Issue of leak if a leak is present. Recommend checking this skimmer for leaks ($125).

Also recommend a new float o ring / float soon / and weighted basket ($100).

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

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

The bottom Cleaner is working, however, it is having difficulty running regular operations upon start up. The units hose swivels will likely need to be updated as well as adding one or two additional has swivels and the bottom cleaner unit will also likely need a new tail and tails sponge soon ($205). Note the bottom cleaner only stays mostly in the deep end and there’s not going to the shallow end At this time it likely will once repairs are made.

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 Float Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

The auto fill is running continuously, which is generally an indicator of waterloss being present, recommend servicing the Autofill canister and float to confirm findings ($250).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$755

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

The pool light does turn on and operate however, it does appear that there is some condensation inside the light lens - this generally indicates that the light will fail in one to 24 months ($755+).

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Working Condition $750

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Hayward C4030
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

The filter is sunburnt and its band tank clamp is corroded likely due to salt conditions. The pressure gauge is also due for replacement. And if the elements inside haven’t been replaced and 18 to 24 months, they are also likely to be updated as well as the tank O-ring ($750+). Leak free currenlty.

I would anticipate this band being workable for the next one to 24 months.

Filter Pump Condition: Damaged$0

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward Vs-950 - Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The filter pump is in working condition. It does appear to have a new panel on the pump motor. However, I was unable to get that to function. Generally speaking this motor panel is needed for service workers or anyone trying to service the pool homeowner or service person. Since this is not functioning, at this time, the pumpkin only be controlled with the panel itself, which is less than ideal. Typically a correct working panel installed is $450+

While this pump is operating, like knew, I would still classify this as a Damaged pump since the motor controller is not functioning at this time in service or time out mode.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs

Booster Pump Condition: Working Condition $0

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward 6060 1.25HP - 1.50HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

The bottom cleaner booster pump appears to have a newer front end and an older motor. I am unsure why this is but it may have just simply been updated at one time either way the booster motor I would expect to last another one to five years.

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: Good$

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward Tri-Star 1.95 ≤ 0.99HP
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

This TriStar pump is in working condition. The motor is labeled that .99 hp and therefore is at the standard for energy efficiency. Overall, this pump has no issues at this time other than a rusted outer core of the motor, which is generally a sign of high heat or high sun exposure or both.

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: Great$0

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 working condition with new upgraded GFCI‘s to the equipment and the lighting.

Auxiliary Timer Condition: N/A $

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: Poor$905

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 cell appears to be older than five years and is an indicator that the cell itself will need to be updated ($905) soon.

Also, the panel does read the salt level at 4300 ppm which is fairly high but since the water temperatures are below 60°, it is likely an error.

Valves & Fittings Condition: Fair - Working Condition$750

Overall Details

There are no leaks present on the equipment pad at this time. However, since this is a salt system, the salt cell should be removed and a water dummy. Cell should be installed instead through the winter as the salt cell will no longer be producing chlorine during this time and all O-rings on the equipment pad should be serviced due to age and condition ($750+).



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
N/A
Notes

For some reason the actuator for the laminar jets was in the off position upon arrival after testing I left it in this position.

Condition
N/A
Notes

The solar was also found to be in the off and winterized position.

Condition
Good
Notes

All three laminar Jets are currently lighting and operating at this time.

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Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $5617Est. Totals


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