Expert Level Pool Inspections
Print Friendly Edit

3616 Squaw Rd., West Sacramento, (3:00 PM - April 4, 2024)

Google Maps

Front Of House Pool Spa

Equipment Pad

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 access gate does not swing away from the pool
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

The fencing does self close and nearly self latch however, it will need a slight adjustment to allow the fence to self close every time - slightly low on the contact location.

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
15K - 20K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 28' 0-10% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

To me the surface appears 7+ years old.

There are unusual stains / blemishes found in approx 7 locations. 3 in the deep end all appear to be heavy wear markings as if they have been serviced too much and caused a pit to occur. This is likely as a result of removing rust stains present as I am seeing rust in other locations (middle deep end). I’d these are rust locations then they should be repaired at approx $1k per location to repair $4-8k. The cost of a complete re plaster is roughly the same at 6-12k. To prolong the life of the plaster currently WITH the blemishes present likely recommend covering / sealing these blemish areas to help prevent an accelerated west ($1500+).

Tile Condition: Recommend Updates$3000

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?
Ceramic N/A or none No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile is all in ideal conditions without issue.

The skimmer area has been brick and mortared and the mortar is wearing away and should be updated ($1500+-).

The brick coping around the pool all appears to be in good condition overall. In some locations on the east side of the coping, I am seeing slightly missing or Warren mortar and on the south west side. I am seeing some gaps and lifted concrete - these areas can be ground down and filled with mastic, if desired for trip safety ($1500+).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $85

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
<6.5 0 (Very Low) 0 (Very Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 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 Yes - Recommend Phosphate Treatment Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

The pool water has no chlorine or cyanuric acid chemical, recommend adding such ASAP ($85+).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Safety Updates $601

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Recommend Safety Updates 1
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 2 N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
No / 2x Could Not Determine / Recommend VGBA Compliant Cover ($176)
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The skimmer flow is slow due likely to elements due for service.

The main drains in the pool X 2 are likely due to be updated - due to age and condition ($88x2).

The skimmer has an unusual metal residual inside of its O-ring location. Recommend service to look into this further ($125) and hopefully resolve it by removing it, and allowing the float to sit flush with new o ring. Also, the skimmer will need a new float, float O-ring, and weir door as well as weighted basket ($300).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Poor $300

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

The bottom cleaner unit is older and due for service + a new tail wheel cap and likely adding one or two additional hose swivels $300+. It’s also missing a section of his throat, and likely can easily be repaired with tape, but a more permanent solution is more than $100 extra. A new unit altogether is approximately $650.

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 automatic filler has been shut off for an unknown reason likely be float head has expired, and replacement is required ($125-250).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1125

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Incandescent Bulb 100'
Pool Light Notes
Water Present inside light lens ($575+)

There is water present inside the light lens indicating that replacement ($575 light can) + install ($550) is required. Approx 45 feet from junction box the long way.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Working Condition - Due for Service - Likely Element Replacement $525

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Jandy Cv 340
Filter Notes
High Pressure - Indicating low flow, or distressed flow, with extremely high energy consumption. Recommend element replacement soon 1 - 8 weeks ($150-450)
Filter Additional Notes

The filter is in working condition however, it is due for service to the filter elements ($125) and likely new filter elements all together due to age and pressure readings ($400). 13 psi at 2200 rpm. 19 psi at 3100 rpm.

Filter Pump Condition: Working Condition - Recommend Minor Service$100

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair IntelliFlo Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

2015 model. Working condition. The pump basket is completely filled with debris. There is approximately 5% of air in the pump basket recommend minor service to the pump lid o ring and Union ($50+) also the return union appears to have a small leak recommend service ($50)

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
100

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 Service + Updates$50

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
50
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The Timer is in working condition however, it is not being fully utilized as it is currently in service mode, allowing the filter pump to function on its own. This would not be ideal as it is set up to allow automation to occur there, for this needs to be programmed via a programming service ($205). Also the gfci plug
Should be updated for safety due to the fact that the pool I currently is operating even with water present inside the light lens ($50).

Auxiliary Timer Condition: N/A $

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1300

Salt Control #1 Salt Control #2
Salt System Power Detect Salt Flow Detect Salt Presence Low Salt
Yes No Yes Yes
Salt Control System Additional Notes

It appears that the salt cell may be older and require updating ($700+) as well as a new flow switch ($200+) and service ($400+) as on the power panel it is showing that we are not receiving flow or confirmation of readings. This may be due to the fact that water temperatures are below 65° and therefore South sells typically do not function. Recommend re-checking in 5 to 10 days when water temperatures raise.

Valves & Fittings Condition: Fair - Working Condition$2100

Overall Details

There is one valve installed that is leaking and appears to be the solar bypass valve - at the same time the check valve should be updated as well ($500).



Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Leaking bypass.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Sensor missing ? For salt cell flow / water temp sensor timer ($300+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Non ideal repair recommend correct repair ($300).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Note that the salt cell is in a non-ideal location it should be plumbed in between the return of the pool versus the solar and bottom cleaner. This will lead to excess wear. Recommend repair ($500+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

The actuator is missing from the valve / it has been cut and removed from the valve. Recommend updating for solar automation functionality and programming ($500)


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $9561Est. Totals


Edit
 

Comments are closed.



Looking for something?

Use the form below to search the site:

Still not finding what you're looking for? Drop a comment on a post or contact us so we can
take care of it!

Pool Questions ? Call Us!

Do you need some swimming pool assistance? Maybe just a few questions answered ? Well give us a call, we are only a phone call away.

Sometimes you just need a second, qualified opinion.

Office: (916) 467-8038

Mobile: (916) 905-5818

Sacramento Pool Inspections & Service

We provide Weekly Pool & Spa Service, Pool Inspections, Pool Repairs, & Pool Tile Cleaning around the Sacramento Area, CA and the surrounding communities.

Swimming Pool Inspections & Service | (916) 905-5818