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969 Blackwell Way 2, Galt, (2:00 PM - October 25, 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, Mesh Side of home, Around pool
Safety Fencing Notes
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Mesh fencing works well without issue. Fencing does look nearly expired with rotted metal poles / missing mesh bottom. Recommend Attention soon ($125+).

Pool Surface Condition: Fair (1-72 Months) $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Pebble Surface
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 32' 10-50% 12-48 Months
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

Near new pebble plaster plaster with abalone shell. Overall ideal condition. Estimated age is 48 months old.

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$9050

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 120
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone 1050 8000
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The raised wall in between the rock work and spa, the spa spillover on the corners and the face all will need to be re done soon ($5-8k+).

The waterline tile both in the pool and spa appear to be in ideal condition without issue. There is some medium calcium build up present on all water line tiles - to remove expect a cost of approx $1050 to also include spa spillover tiles vs $750 without spillover tiles.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $400

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) 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 Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

Needs chemistry adjustment = ph , alkalinity, and no chlorine. Recommend algae removal as well. $300-400.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Pool Ideal - Spa Issue Present $680

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Pool Ideal - Spa Issue Present 1 1 Drain - Not Present or Damaged Skimmer Float O-Ring ($105)
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 4 or more 1
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
125
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

Updated VGBA Covers - Spa Cover in Compliance Question

The main drain cover of the spa has been updated, but it does appear that potentially when they updated this cover they did not allow for the proper distance between piping and cover for safety. Recommend confirming this via careful removal of cover and closer inspection ($125).

There are four main drain covers in the pool that appeared to have been updated.

Recommend a float, float o ring, and new weir door, and a weighted basket ($400). Current basket is just ok, weir doesn’t float, and almost ready for a new skimmer lid ($50).

Also note this skimmer is newer, but does have considerable chlorine wear and some unusual blue glue, which is not my favorite for a skimmer connection.

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

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris Polaris 280
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The cleaner is newer, recommend a new tail , weight and sponge. Also trimming the hose as it’s too long. $105+

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 Manual Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

This is leaking profusely - do not use until repaired ($125-250+).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1450

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

Pool light is still working at this time however, there does appear to be water present inside the light lens, If these lights are newer than three years, they are covered under warranty and no cost repair - If they are not expected cost of about 1050 for the new led 5g pentair 12v light and 400 installation.

Spa Light Condition: Damaged$1450

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

The spotlight is the same size and situation as the pool light except it does have more water present inside the light lens. I am surprised it’s still turning on and operating This is generally a safety hazard At this stage.

If these lights are newer than three years, they are covered under warranty and no cost repair - If they are not expected cost of about 1050 for the new led 5g pentair 12v light and 400 installation.

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Filter Condition: Damaged $750

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

Pressure is very high, potentially damaging the filter shell, I would expect an immediate replacement cost of the filter cartridge ($450) + service ($300) to cover o rings / service to filter.

Note if the filters elements are in fact newer than 1 year then this can be reduced to $150 service only.

Recommend replacing entire unit with a sand filter ($450).

Filter Pump Condition: Damaged$1500

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair Whisperflo 1.0/1.5 1.50HP - 2.00HP
Filter Pump Condition
The motor is a level 2 out of 4 of heat, indicating the motor is in a stressed state and in need of repair or adjustment, The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The filter pump is in very distressed “working for now” condition - the motor is slightly warm and the pump - we have a leak at motor to seal plate due to overheating and prolonged operation in disrepair condition. I feel confident classifying the pump motor as nearing failure and should be updated soon ($1500+) to prevent additional issues.

Again I am seeing a leak at the seal plate / shaft seal + metal warping at housing, melted pipes both intake AND return !! This indicates this has reached boiling heat levels several times and I am VERY shocked this pump is still working.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
1500

Booster Pump Condition: Fair$0

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Unlabeled Pump Polaris ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

The booster is cool running and in working condition. I would expect this 12 year old pump to last another 1 - 72 months without issue.

Spa Jet Pump Condition: N/A$0.00

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Spa Jet Additional Notes

Waterfall Pump Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$500

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Single Speed ≤ 0.99HP
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

Near new - Waterfall pump is slightly over sized and caused the pump to need to be restricted using a 2 way valve when a smarter approach vs over stressing this pump is to add a bypass instead ($500) recommend this vs currently pump life shortening “hack”.

Auxiliary Pump A Condition: N/A$0.00

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 $0.00

Auxiliary B #1 Auxiliary B #2
Auxiliary Pump B Brand Auxiliary Pump B Model Horsepower
Auxiliary Pump B Additional Notes

Heater Condition: Good $400

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Sta-Rite Natural Gas
Heater Additional Notes

This heater functions and is in good working condition, however it will require a gas "leg" modification to ensure this unit works correctly for years to come ($400).

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Safety Issue$50

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
50
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The breakers are due to be updated to GFCI soon when going to variable speed ($150+) and the light breaker should be updated soon as well for safety ($50) - current GFCI is in question as it’s not tripping with water present inside the light lens.

Auxiliary Timer Condition: N/A $0

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$400

Salt Control #1 Salt Control #2
Salt System Power Detect Salt Flow Detect Salt Presence Low Salt
Yes Yes No Yes
Salt Control System Additional Notes

The salt cell appears to be less than four years old and likely only in need of minor servicing and salt edition to allow this salt cell to produce chlorine again ($200-400).

Valves & Fittings Condition: Fair - Working Condition$2400

Overall Details

We have 2 melted pipes, a possible bad check valve, a bad actuator, and a green spa. I would address the issues in order and all together should resolve / confirm issue present. Approx cost to repair said items all $900+. Also note there is another issue = leak on the t return for the pool / booster pump that is in a very tricky location and will require some luck ($500) or possible concrete removal to repair if needed ($1000+).


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
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

3 way / t leaking.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Melted return pipe.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Dead actuator ($500+ installed and programmed).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Melted suction side.

Condition
N/A
Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $19510Est. Totals


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