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313 Pond View Ln, Newcastle, (9:00 AM - November 15, 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
Side of home, 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, 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: Damaged - Missing Surface $15000

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
18' by 32' 0-10% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
The pool surface has heavy wear, pitting, and or missing surface areas
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The plaster surface does not appear to be in the worst condition considering- at least what can be seen, which is approximately less than 5% of the surface. But I do see missing plaster on the top step of the pool, generally indicating the plaster is nearing expiration. I would guess that the surface is older than 30 years And is likely due for resurfacing soon As Plaster typically only last 15 to 30 years. A re plastering on a pool like this will run between 9 and 15 k depending on options

Tile Condition: Good$1550

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 Medium Build Up ($550) No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile appears to be in good condition overall without issue. Even inside the skimmer throat. But the rock border around the pool and some locations will need to be rewarded for safety ($500-1000).

There is some calcium buildup present that can be removed if desired ($550+)

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $1500

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) 0 - 20 (Very 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?
No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

The pool will need to be drained and cleaned. Ideally, we would do that during a period of dry To avoid the potential for the pool to pop out of the ground Due to saturated soil conditions. Alternatively, cycling would be another option. Note that this water should be filled with purified water and not irrigation water to avoid ongoing difficulties with maintenance that relates to keeping the water blue. Drain and clean the pool this should run between 750 to 1500 a sum you do an acid wash to remove organic matter.

Note the calcium hardness level and CYA levels are both low indicating water loss is present.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Debris Present $200

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Debris Present 1
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A N/A N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The Skimmer has organic matter present at its connection points unable to check the lower area. But the skimmer body itself appears to be in stable condition without issue. When The Pool does get started up again, recommend adding a float and float O-ring and likely a new weir door ($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
Polaris 280/380
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Bottom cleaner is obviously older and very likely due for replacement ($650+)

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: $0

Autofill #1 Autofill #2
Pool Auto-Fill Spa Auto-Fill Auto-Fill Style Fill Speed
Manual Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1500

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

It does appear that there is a pool light present, but cannot be confirmed. Still if there is a new pool pool light installed is 1500.

Spa Light Condition: Damaged - Not in Use$1500

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

There is likely a spa light installed and if so, expect the cost of 1500 to replace.

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Poor Recommend Service / Updating $650

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Hayward C3025 Swim clear cartridge
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

The filter is likely in non-working condition. It will either need service by replacing the filter elements and all tank O-rings $650 Or my opinion, complete replacement of the entire filter is more efficient at approximately $500-$25 depending on options. My personal favorite filter is the TR 140 C Pentair sand filter

Filter Pump Condition: Working - Older$1000

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Dyna Glas ≤ 0.99HP
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

This pump is in working condition. It will likely need service to allow to operate correctly, which will include a new pump lid as well as suction and return connections along with a proper three-way valve in front of it ($1000+).

Note that a new Superflo Vs is a great alternative option here ($1200+).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
1000

Booster Pump Condition: Working but Poor Condition$1200

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair 2011 ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

The booster pump does turn on, but it is difficult to determine if it is leaking at this time therefore recommend budgeting for a new booster as these are low-cost pumps approximately $1200 installed or $500 for The pump only.

Spa Jet Pump Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$600

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Blower ≤ 0.99HP
Spa Jet Additional Notes

It does not appear that the Spa blower motor is in working condition. A new unit will run between 300 and 600


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: Damaged (Needs Attention) $4800

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Raypak
Heater Additional Notes

The heater appears to be less than 15 years old however it does appear to be in nonworking condition. A replacement heater at 400k BTU would run approximately $4800 installed.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$750

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
750
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The timer is older and weather beaten. A new breaker + sub panel setup Will likely run approximately $750. Recommend updating for safety as it does not appear the pool lights or spot lights are on a GFCI.

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)$1500

Overall Details

The equipment will need to be updated so recommend updating the Plumbing then with new valving and new connections to the booster and heater (bypass) ($1500).



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.
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Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $32525Est. Totals


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