The filter is in working condition. It is overall in fair to poor physical condition. The pressure gauge does appear to be operational however, it may be wise to consider replacing it due to regular maintenance requirements. Also confirm if the filter element has been changed in the past 18 to 36 months per requirement if not an additional cost of $400 would be expected as well as servicing to the tank, O-ring, and or replacement of the tank O-ring $100. Also, the filter is likely leaking from its drain plug on her knees or one of its return fittings. Recommend service to resolve ($150+).
But due to the debris load present in this pool, especially decomposing kind that is typically collected via a Skimmer. I would recommend a sand filter here as a much more ideal homeowner option for maintenance and lowest cost of ownership option. I would anticipate a TA Dash 100 Pentair sand filter to cost approximately $800 with a 2 inch multiport valve on top Plus installation being the absolute best option for this particular pool, regardless of its current status or future; however, if you are planning to heavily upgrade the pools plumbing through remodeling work, I would recommend the TR 140 C sand filter as being my personal favorite, but due to space requirements and likely a desire for the smallest filter option I would then recommend the TA 100.
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