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108 Alvaston Ct., Folsom, (9:00 AM - June 1, 2024)

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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, 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

Note the seller stated there is a safety fencing option avilable. Otherwise the fencing leading to the back yard is due for service / through home no door alarm.

Pool Surface Condition: Issues Present $500

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 30' 0-10% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface was partially blocked (1-10%) by chemicals added to the pool yesterday that is still sitting on the plaster (another indicator that the filter may be struggling / full).

I see some scratches in the deep end. Blemishes throughout common with age. But the concern I have currently is in the shallow end steps. This area will likely need to be re waterproofed soon as it is no longer water tight (likely) due to issues seen. Solution typically is open these areas up and waterproof ($2-5k).

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$6050

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet Ideal 107
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Natural / Stone Medium Build Up ($550)
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile looks to be in optimal condition.

The tile is coming off the raised wall corner near the skimmer ($500+),

The raised wall has water coming through its backside during waterfall use. Likely the solution will require service work of opening up / repairing issue / and re dealing ($5k+). This issue has been present for some time as I do see considerable calcium built up at water egress points.

Raised wall + tile Calcium removal on this pool $550-750.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $375

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.2 - 7.6 (Slightly High) 0 (Very Low) 1 (Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 140+ (Extremely 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, 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 Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

The auto fill ran during the entire service. Theeefofe waterloss is likely on going - my guess is the steps in the pool and or waterfall. Water bugs also seen. Recommend treatments to right this waters wrongs ($375+). Or chemical only $125.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $0

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
Yes
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The skimmer is due for a new float / float o ring / basket / weir soon - ($500) but all are present but in poor condition.

The main drain appears to be compliant.

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

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Pentair Legend
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Cleaner is in working condition. Recommend service to the units; tail, swivels x 3, and potentially the backup valve …

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 was running during the inspection which generally indicates water loss is present. Recommend cleaning this can / confirming if fill head is faulty or if a leak may be present.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1500

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

The light appears to have a some condensation on the inside of the light lens. This is a common issue with this light and should be covered under warranty at no cost if under 3 years old. If not covered $1500+ installed. Recommend attention for safety.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Poor (High Filter Pressure - Low Water Qaulity - Filter Internal Replacment $150+) $350

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S7m120
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

In poor physical condition. And the elements may be / likely due for updating ($350+). Seller mentioned he just cleaned the elements yet the pressure is slightly high indicating elements are due for replacement soon.

Filter Pump Condition: Older$125

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite IntelliPro Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The pump is leaking from what appears to be the drain plug but could be the wet end ($750).

Note: Unusual issues = drive is off a much older pump , front end appears to be newer than 10 years, but recommend service to confirm ($125).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
125

Booster Pump Condition: Working Condition$0

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair BoostRite ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

This pump is operating without issue. Note the hoses would be due for updating to hard plumbing ($300+) soon if desiring a long term solution.

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$300

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
300
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The board has been updated. The light is connected to a GFCI breaker BUT that breaker is not testing / failed. Recommend update to that breaker as well as updating to a new variable speed breaker for safety ($300+).

Auxiliary Timer Condition: N/A $

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$850

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

Even though this is on and powered it does not appear to be working. We have a near 0 free Chlorine level with the unit being on, generally an indicator that the cell is nearing the end of its life cycle. Approx cost to update the cell ($850). Due to units age and not being removed during winter - cell is either expired or nearing expiration. Recommend replacement soon.

Valves & Fittings Condition: Poor - Recommend Updates$750

Overall Details

The equipment pad is due for minor updating to the paint, labeling, and O-rings on the valves / unions present - required every 10-15 years ($750+) otherwise no active leaks present.


Due for maintenance, medium equipment pad, Required every 10-15 years, all valving must be opened, cleaned, lubricated, and re sealed to ensure longevity of equipment.
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.
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Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $11280Est. Totals


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