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630 Wilhaggin Dr. 2, Sacramento, (6:00 PM - May 25, 2019)

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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
Wrought Iron Around pool
Safety Fencing Notes
The fencing needs minor repair to self close and self latch, The access gate does not swing away from the pool, The fencing does not meet safety standards
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $9999

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
16' by 35' 0-10% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
The pool surface has discoloration throughout due to improper water balance over time, The pool surface has heavy wear, pitting, and or missing surface areas, The surface appears to no longer be water tight at this time, Recommend re-surface as soon as possible
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is missing in some areas down to the gunite. Accurate cost to re surface $10-15k depending on options.

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$5000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet High 145
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic N/A or none 1500
Mastic Repair
1500
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

There are one or two sections that are loose and will need repair + Note both skimmers will need service soon to resolve any issues of water loss in the throat / sides of skimmer opening ($1500+)

Some mastic will likely want to be applied to this pool to close the gap between the tile and the concrete ($1500+).

The concrete around the pool has trip hazards that are likely due to be resolved to avoid injury ($2-5k+).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $375

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.8 - 7.2 (Ideal) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 20 - 50 (Low) 70 - 100 (Slightly High) 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?
Yes, Heavy Algae was found Throughout Pool, 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
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality is damaged with algae present. I would recommend approx $375+ in chemical to subdue the black algae present along with 2x filter cleaning.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Poor $710

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Poor 2
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
2 N/A 1 N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
100
Skimmer & Main Drain Details
The first skimmer is in *working* condition however it is missing its *skimmer weir* ($55)
The second skimmer is in *working* condition however it is missing its *skimmer weir* ($55)
Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

There are two skimmers installed older than 40 years. There is no float need however the weir door on each should be updated, weighted baskets, and new lids X 6 ($500).

The main drain cover is not VGBA compliant 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 Polaris 280
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The bottom cleaner tail is worn, and whole right side drive train is non functional - recommend service to resolve ($205+).

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: Great$0

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

The fill is in ideal working condition.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$970

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Incandescent Bulb 100'
Pool Light Notes
Light is not working / powering on at this time and may need replacement ($565+)

Pool light ($565+) + install ($405)

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Damaged $560

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite System 3 - S7M120
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Normal to High Filter Pressure - Indicating a filter cleaning ($85) is necessary to identify filter element quality of life, if elements were recently cleaned this is indicating element replacement is needed in the next 1 - 24 months ($405-550) note that when the pool pump turned on for the first time, I did see debris come back out through the return back into the pool Indicating that the filter, elements and filter is likely not filtering correctly, and the elements are likely due for replacement which will be my recommendation. And worst case if multiple issue are present on this older than 20 yr old filter replacement will be recommended.

Also note that because there is black algae present in the pool. It would be wise to treat the pool first (detailed in Water Quality section) and then replace the filter elements.

Also note the tank o ring and pressure gauge will need service / replacement ($155).

Also note that a sand filter will be my recommendation of upgrade option due to the size of the pool and the amount of leaf debris it accumulates ($750-3500).

Filter Pump Condition: Poor$260

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Waterway Champion 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is no longer connected or secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The motor is hot, and the bearings sound to be in poor condition ready for re pack ($500+) Recommend upgrading the status of this pump by doing the bearing service ($500).

Also note the pump is sitting on blocks, less than ideal for long term use, can be re positioned for approx $500.

Pump lid o ring is leaking, recommend service.

Also note a better variable speed pump would be the best value at approx $1100-2800.

Currently leaking from pump seal plate / lid o ring / return fitting.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
The motor is hot, with some or significant air in the pump basket; recommend upgrading the status of this pump by: cleaning, lubricating, and resealing all pump suction and return side fitting o-rings ($260)

Booster Pump Condition: Working - Recommend Longevity Updates$500

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Polaris Pb-460 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

The booster pump operates without issue. Recommend hard plumbing the hoses soon for longevity ($500).

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: Damaged - Recommend Safety Updates$500

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
500
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The timers are like new. The power shut off switches are older. There is no GFCI compliant breakers installed, recommend upgrading for safety ($500+).

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: Damaged (Needs Attention)$6455

Overall Details

The pool equipment pad is fairly small and the plumbing appears to be older than 15 years. I would recommend optimizing this equipment pad by removing old copper? Gate valves, Painting & labeling the equipment pad, And optimizing where the equipment is located to avoid trip hazards and easy access to the filter pump basket that has to be cleaned weekly ($1000+).

Otherwise no issues present currently, but will be of issue soon (1-10 years).


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.
Condition
Poor
Notes

(South East) Some older metal plumbing to pvc connections present. Wet soil around this area leads me to believe leaks on this side are present / recommend service to resolve = opening this area with some jack hammer work, and replacing valve in 1 - 48 months ($1750).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

(North East) Some older metal plumbing to pvc connections present. Wet soil around this area leads me to believe leaks on this side are present / recommend service to resolve = opening this area with some jack hammer work, and replacing valve in 1 - 48 months ($1750).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

There appears to be a valve present on the south west side of the pool below the skimmer, the soil is also wet so recommend same service here as well =

(South West) Some older metal plumbing to pvc connections present. Wet soil around this area leads me to believe leaks on this side are present / recommend service to resolve = opening this area with some jack hammer work, and replacing valve in 1 - 48 months ($1750).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Missing hose to slide connection ($205).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Diving board in fair condition. Old light junction box below diving board could easily be moved during valve replacement services ($1k+).


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $25659Est. Totals


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