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6733 Swenson Way, Sacramento, (1:00 PM - September 13, 2024)

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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
Wooden, Mesh Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
The fencing needs minor repair to self close and self latch, The fencing does not meet safety standards, 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

Pool Surface Condition: Working Condition $200

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 28' 0-10% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface appears to be in fair condition for its age of 7-15 years old - likely closer to 7,

In general plaster surface last up to 30+ years If well-maintained (ph / and chlorine levels not too high).

I do see sediment on the pool bottom as well as algae present.

The first shallow and step has some potential cracking and issues present on the step edge design appear to be an issue right now, but may develop into one, especially when salt conditions are present. There are also some rust stains on the shallow and recommend treating the rust stains to confirm issue and also confirming issue on the north east step edge as mentioned ($200).

Also the shallow ledge has some check cracking present which may require repair in 3-10 years ($1500+).

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$6000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Low 110
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone 750 No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
1500
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile looks to be in ideal condition, with some heavy calcium build up that can be removed for approx $750+.

There are some unusual divots in the concrete likely due to previous items placed on the concrete for prolonged periods of time ie planters or furniture.

The coping edge of the pool has some discoloration / wear on the application of concrete stain and can be re stained or painted for longevity ($1500+)

The rock raised wall water facing side is in good condition. The backside has issues / waterloss present. Recommend repair to resolve ($3k+) if waterloss is found over prolonged periods of operation. During the inspection it was only ran 15 minutes, but also has repairs performed to the area, therefore it could have been repaired as it does appear to be re waterproofed but difficult to determine unless ran for more than 1-3 hours. Also note the darkness normally associated with wetness and issue is the same color , in the shade, as the repairs making identification difficult in such short time. Therefore I feel cofident repairs are actually needed and so it has been estimated.

Update: Right side is actively leaking water. Repair needed.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $205

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.6 - 8.0 (High) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 50 - 100 (Ideal) 100 - 140 (High) 400 - 650 (Slightly High)
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, Light Algae was found In Shade or Corners of Pool No
Additional Water Quality Notes

There is algae present, recommend treatments to resolve issue ($205+). The pH is slightly high recommend adjustments to resolve issue ($10).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Updates Recommended $500

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Updates Recommended 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
200
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The skimmer is working.

The two main drain covers may be older than 7 years and should be updated for safety ($100 x 2).

Recommend a skimmer float, float o ring, and weighted basket ($300).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Damaged, unit is in distressed shape and will need more than $250 in repair items currently, consider replacement options ($405-655+). $650

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

Recommend tune up / parts updated ($300+) or replacement. Unit mostly stays in deep end. Service needed wheels not spinning.

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 Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

The auto fill was running continuously during the inspection, generally indicating water loss being present recommend servicing this auto fill canister ($125-250) and reconfirming this issue … Also note that the auto fill coupler to the old copper is not my favorite and I’d recommend updating ($250+).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1400

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

Both lights have water inside the lenses. Recommend replacement ($750 x 2 installed).

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Service Required - Fair Physical Condition $555

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Jandy Cv460
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

The filter is in fair condition with a pressure of 15 psi. It is due for cleaning and service soon ($155). If the elements are the original elements, it is definitely due for replacement ($400+).

Filter Pump Condition: Good$100

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

His pump is in working condition without issue at this time. Would be my recommendation to service the outlet of the pump due to salt conditions ($100).

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 Safety Updates$500

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

The plug breaker is GFCI, the light breaker says GFCI, but it is not - still it is low voltage feeding - but for safety recommend adding a GFCI to outside plug by pool junction box, and a GFCI to the lights ($200+) also a water bond 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)$1200

Salt Control #1 Salt Control #2
Salt System Power Detect Salt Flow Detect Salt Presence Low Salt
Yes Yes Yes
Salt Control System Additional Notes

The salt system is leaking and is due for heavy service ($255) to likely resolve water loss status which will include new o rings and service.

Note this is a Nature 2 Fusion Soft / Salt / Mineral System. Recommend service.

Note the display reads faulty cell / non working - therefore replacement cell / sensors is likely ($1200+).

Valves & Fittings Condition: Fair - Working Condition$1000

Overall Details

Because this is a salt pool we are seeing signs of heavy wear. Therefore recommend service to all valving present to help prolong the life of the equipment pad ($500+) valve internals = check valve after chlorinator soon and o ring sets ($500).


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

Previous water loss for prolonged periods of time.

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Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $12685Est. Totals


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