Expert Level Pool Inspections
Print Friendly Edit

1880 Derby Dr., Dixon, (12:00 AM - October 16, 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, 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

The fencing is in good condition however, it does not self close self latch recommend modification to resolve. Also needs to swing away from the pool.

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 28' 50-100% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
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 has heavy ware and missing portions present in the deepest end of the pool. Approximately 10 to 20% of the surface is completely compromised and likely another 5% throughout the pool especially on step edges.

The surface is due to be resurfaced now (6-10k+).

Tile Condition: Good$1600

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet Low
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone Other No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
600
Additional Mastic Repairs

On the north east side of the pool we have significant settling of the concrete away from the pool. This has been filled in with mastic, / mortar type material. Eventually, these areas will need to be resettled and or grinding ($100+) to avoid sharp edges and trip hazards.

The rock work, especially the waterfall, and some of the border rock needs Re-mortaring soon ($500+). Likely a fall hazard soon / asap.

Additional Tile Notes

The tile, rock work, and surprisingly step tile all are in fair / damaged soon condition. Recommend attention to the rock work asap as it’s in the worst condition overall - in need of overhaul for safety ($500+).

Some of the mastic, especially on the south west portion is beginning to gap again. Likely a $500 fill in job.

The skimmer throat has a small gap on the north west side ($100). Maybe more needed in skimmer throat ($500+).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $375

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
8.0+ (Very High) 0 (Very Low) 0 (Very Low) 20 - 50 (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?
Yes, Light Algae was found In Shade or Corners of 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 No - Calcium Hardness, Cynuric Acid, and Other Factors Show Signs of No Water Loss Present
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality indicates that water loss is not likely present at this time. Recommend rechecking in 30 days Or less to confirm.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Damaged (Needs Attention) $300

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Damaged (Needs Attention) 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
100
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The main drain cover is missing and will need to be updated with an STX retro $150 +

We are missing the skimmer basket, flow valve recommend also adding a new float weir door , float o ring ($200).

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
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

There is no bottom cleaner present, but it is currently set up for a return style Bottom cleaner. Ideally the Polaris 360.

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
No No Manual Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

There is a manual fill device. Leaking at syphon - recommend replacement valve ($125+).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$965

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Incandescent Bulb 50' or less
Pool Light Notes
Light is not working / powering on at this time and may need replacement ($565+)

The pool light is approximately 30 feet away. The pool light appears to be filled with 1-10% condensation / but may not actually be on the surface of the light outter lens only - recommend updating / checking for safety. A new light can is approximately $525 plus labor to install it should not cost more than 400 if that’s the issue.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Damaged $300

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Pentair
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

The heavy rain present made it difficult to determine exactly where leaks may be located, but it does appear that the filter, multi port valve pump and return connection are due to be updated to unions ($150+) AND the multiport valve needs a tank o ring service ($150+).

Filter Pump Condition: Good$250

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair IntelliFlo i2 v8 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 with no issue at this time. The two unions will likely need minor service ($250+), which will include lubricating the O-rings present on both the union and the pump connection soon ($20+)

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
250

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: Damaged (Needs Attention)$550

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
550
Board & Timer Additional Notes

There is an old landscape timer next to the pool timer that is no longer being used.

Again, the pool timer is not in current use, and has been bypassed.

The light breaker has been updated to a GFCI - but since the light has failed, I would recommend updating this low cost GFCI ($50+). Additionally, for safety, recommend installing a sub panel that allows this entire equipment pad to be GFCI rated ($500+) if desired.

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)$1100

Overall Details

The valving installed is incorrect and it’s no longer compatible - return filtration. Recommend taking the one valve and cutting it out and replacing it with a sweep elbow and installing a valve on the return side of the filter ($500+) and remove the energy bowl as well.

Also, recommend painting labeling and covering the equipment pad from Sun ($300+).

The conduit connection that goes from the light switch into the box is both metal and should be addressed ASAP for safety ($300+).



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

What should be the location of the new three-way valve.

Condition
N/A
Notes
Condition
N/A
Notes
Condition
N/A
Notes
Condition
N/A
Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $6465Est. 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