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5241 Butterwood Cir, Orangevale, (10:00 AM - February 29, 2024)

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Front Of House Pool Spa

Equipment Pad

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

Safety Fencing Condition: N/A $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wooden Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
Access was through home
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Fair Condition Pool / Damaged Aging Spa $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
18' by 36' 50-100% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is in fair condition overall, with some Blemishes present, especially seen on the top steps of the pool and on the sides / corners of the pool too.

It is likely that the surface was treated with a Chlorine copper mix, causing a blue hue to be coated on this likely white plaster.

There are also some chlorine stains present on the bottom of the deep end of the pool.

The spa surface is a fiberglass insert, and it does appear to be nearing the end of its life cycle as some of the surface / paint appears to be coming off and may need to be repainted resurfaced soon ($1000-2500+).

The surface age is older than 15 years.

Tile Condition: Recommend Attention$6650

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet High 105
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic Heavy Build Up ($650) Other
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile is in damaged condition. I am seeing over at the steps of the pool in the shallow end a section where the bond theme is separating - near the fill area. This area will likely need repair ($1500+) and potentially other areas of issue ($1500+). That may be a good opportunity to update the tile as it’s roughly the same cost.

The rock work around the pool on the west side, appears to have been updated in the past 10 years, but it looks like it is likely due to be re-updated again soon with new fresh mortar, especially seeing at the jumping rock and in the shallow end ($1500).

There is calcium present on the pool tile. I would consider this a heavy, build up ($650+1000).

The Spa Tiles are all detaching, especially on the northside. It is likely that all the tile should be redone and the skimmer re-waterproofed as well as some of the decorative rocks are nearing failure ($1500+).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $100

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.8 - 7.2 (Ideal) 10 - 20 (High) 10 - 20 (High) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 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?
No No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality isn’t indicating that the Chlorine is very high and the sign Airgas. It is low recommend adjustments ($100).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $200

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 1 1 1
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
No
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The main drain in the spa is due to be updated ($100). It is a Hayward 6 inch style specialty main drain cover.

The main drain in the pool is a larger 10 inch cover. It does appear to be older and should be updated for safety ($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 360
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The unit is in distress condition as it barely function correctly - The bottom cleaner unit appears to have been left in a very green pool for some time as it does have a layer of organic matter build up on the outside shell. It is recommended that this unit is service by simply opening it up, checking all hoses and gearing and confirming all items are in Ideal working condition - this service may even be able to be performed for free at the local pool supply store.

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

This auto fill connection likely should simply be updated to a better option as this one is currently leaking ($250).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$750

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

There is water inside the light lens recommend updating light can for safety ($750).

Spa Light Condition: Great$0

Spa Light #1 Spa Light #2
Spa Light Notes
No water present inside light lens
Spa Light Additional Notes

The spa light appears to be nearly new, and in Ideal working condition.

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Fair Condition - Service Needed $125

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S7M120
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

The filter is in fair condition for its age, but it is fairly sun beaten on the top shell. The filter, top pressure gauge where the valve goes into the filter is leaking, and judging by the pressure of the filter, I would say that the elements are either recently cleaned or fairly new - still I would recommend service ($125) to the Filter Elements to confirm this and service the o rings at the same time.

Filter Pump Condition: Good$125

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite IntelliPro 2 VST - 2016 Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

This pump is in working condition without issue at this time. Do note that it does sound as if 2800 RPMs is slightly too much for this installation and therefore the maximum speed of this pump should be lowered to no more than 2600 Rpm via programming service ($125). Also note the conduit going into the pump is fairly old and it does appear this pump does get considerable sun exposure.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
125

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: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1500

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Max E Glas 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Spa Jet Additional Notes

This pump does turn on and operate but does not catch prime and leaks at a critical location. It does appear that the lid O-ring and/or lid are causing some issue with this pump + service may be required ($125-550+) but judging by the age and condition of this pump it is likely do for updating ($750-1500+).


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: Damaged (Needs Attention) $2800

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Hayward H250
Heater Additional Notes

The heater does have an LED indicator light that is showing power however, none of the buttons functions heater, but I did not expect this heater to work due to its age and condition. A like model heater installed is between $2800-4800.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Recommend Updates$1250

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
1250
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The panel itself is heavily rusted, and likely will need to be updated soon and at the same time the breakers updated to GFCI for the variable speed pump, and the pool and spa lights ($500+$750) $1250.

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$800

Overall Details

Valving Installed is approximately 20 years old. It all appears to be functioning. However, the plumbing will need to be painted and labeled and covered from UV asap ($400).



No, the equipment pad is not UV protected by a UV protectant paint, recommend painting this pad to ensure long PVC piping life as well as certain equipment, 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

Is difficult to fully determine what this valve functions but likely it functions the returns on the swimming pool - leaking during use - recommend updating this valve ($400).

Condition
N/A
Notes

A heater bypass is essential for prolonging the life of your heater ($750) optional.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

This is an air induction port - looks damaged , and should be covered to prevent tripping and breaking hazards.

Condition
N/A
Notes
Condition
N/A
Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $14755Est. Totals


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