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11061 Faber Way, Rancho Cordova, (12:00 PM - August 8, 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: Great $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wooden Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
The safety fencing is in good working conditon
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Older - Worn $0

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

The surface is noticeably worn and older than 25 years. There are scratches and blemishes present throughout the pool. The surface has a yellowish tint likely due to prolonged periods of over chlorination. It is likely the surface is on the last one to 10 years of remaining life.

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$3000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet Ideal 90
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone N/A or none Other
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile (in three sections ) + / skimmer throat is noticeably hollow in some sections, And likely will require repair soon ($1500+).

The waterfall spill over is also showing wear in between its rocks. Recommend water proofing attention soon ($1500+).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $500

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.6 - 8.0 (High) 20 + (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 20 + (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 150+ (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 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 No - Calcium Hardness, Cynuric Acid, and Other Factors Show Signs of No Water Loss Present
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality test is so extreme that it is likely not 100% accurate = The CYA is very high And will require the pool to behalf, if not fully drained due to its extreme level (200+ ppm) $500 - The alkalinity is very high and the chlorine is very very high. Recommend attention ($500+).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $500

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 2 N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
300
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

There are three drain covers in the pool - Two main drain and one equalizer line. The main drain does not appear to be more than 3 feet on center apart and therefore is not VGBA compliant. All covers appear to be older than seven years and therefore due to be updated ($100x3).

The skimmer has been heavily chlorine abused in the past which does shorten the life of the skimmer itself.

Note the equalizer has been plugged, I’d likely recommend opening that up. Also I’d recommend updating the float , o ring , and weighted basket ($200).

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 bottom cleaner unit is self appears to be newer than three years. However, the hose appears to be older. This unit will likely need new tires tail, and a new hose soon ($205+).

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: $0

Autofill #1 Autofill #2
Pool Auto-Fill Spa Auto-Fill Auto-Fill Style Fill Speed
Yes No Float Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

Could not open auto fill lid. Was not tested / inspected.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$925

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Incandescent Bulb 50' or less
Pool Light Notes
Water Present inside light lens ($575+)

It appears there MAY be water is present inside the light lens = I found the plug breaker tripped upon arrival. Once reset power was restored the light worked. But again due to condensation possibly being present - it would be recommend to do a replacement of light can ($575) + install ($350) if that’s the case. I am 90% confident that is what is occurring here. Additionally there appears to be green organic matter present on the lower portion of the light - either inside or out. If inside then it is 100% confirmed light is due for replacement.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Working Condition - Fair Physical $0

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Jandy CL 580
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

This filter is in working condition without issue. Approx 5-10 years old. No leaks present and pressure is nominal.

Filter Pump Condition: Working Condition - Damaged Physical$0

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite IntelliPro 2011 Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The filter pump is in working condition without issue at this time. The motor body has some heavy wear present / paint loss due likely to prolonged periods of hot operation / high pressure. No leaks present currently.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
None

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 Safety Updates$300

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

The equipment panel is a sun touch in like new condition.

Recommend updating the breakers to Variable speed GFCI For filter pump and update the GFI plug to GFCI ($300+).

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$1510

Overall Details

The equipment pad has no leaks present. However, recommend painting, labeling and covering from UV ($200+) Additionally, the cleaner return is due for modification ($500+) As it needs to be plumbed after the filter Not bypassed off the filter pump.



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

This cleaner bypass is incorrect.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Both the two-way valve and check valve are due for replacement ($700). When the solar is shut off, it is causing issues.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

The hand rail is loose and likely due for service / attention ($100+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Recommend using a copper bonded / lug ($10).

Condition
N/A
Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $6940Est. Totals


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