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3420 Ben Lomond Dr,, Sacramento, (3:00 PM - December 2, 2024)

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Equipment Pad

Equipment #1 Equipment #2 Equipment #3 Equipment #4 Equipment #5

Safety Fencing Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Safety Fencing Notes
Access was through home
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

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 30' 0-10% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface of the pool is older than 25 years and pits are present found mostly in the shallow end. There is staining present throughout and the steps have wear on the corners.

I would estimate this surface to last another 1 to 10 years before replastering ($8-12k) is required if not sooner due to autofill running constantly.

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$2150

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet Ideal 125
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic Heavy Build Up ($650) Other
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

There are missing mortar sections beginning to develop between the tiles.

Estimated cost to re tile the pool $1500-2500+

There are gaps present in the skimmer and signs of previous “band aid” type repairs. I would estimate this to be a $500-1500+ job for a tile person to re-set the skimmer throat.

Significant calcium build up present at $750 to remove

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $100

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.2 - 7.6 (Slightly High) 5 - 10 (Slightly High) 5 - 10 (Slightly High) 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?
No No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water chemistry is indicating that water loss is likely present at 150 ppm of cal hardness and less than 20-40 on cya. Additionally, the auto fill has been running continuously during the duration of the inspection. I would estimate approximately $100 to realign the pool chemistry which would allow you to also test for water loss again in 1 - 30 days.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: 10+ Yr Old Skimmer - Some Wear Present $600

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
10+ Yr Old Skimmer - Some Wear Present 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

Expect a cost of at least $300 - 2k to help accomplish a VGBA compliant main drain at time of re surfacing.

In the mean time for safety expect a cost of $100 for an ideal cover.

The skimmer is due for a correct sized basket, float, float o ring, weir door updating ($500).

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

The bottom cleaner itself appears to be less than three-five years old while the hose floats / pieces appeared to be much older, and the hose itself appears to be not too old. Overall, the cleaner unit barely works, and it will need some major service and new tires as well as a new tail soon ($600+). Recommend replacement vs repair.

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 Float Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

Recommend service to the float and connection ($125-250) as the float is older and nearly dead and the can may need to be cleaned and verified no water loss is present by shutting off the flow of water to the can / fill and seeing if the water level goes down.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$925

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Incandescent Bulb 50' or less
Pool Light Notes
Water Present inside light lens ($575+)

The pool light junction box appears to be less than 25 feet away from the pool light located next to the pool equipment pad. The pool light itself does not appear to be that old likely less than 5 to 10 years old, Still, the lens is showing water inside the lens, therefore recommend replacement ($565 can + install $350)

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Poor Physical Condition - Due for Service Soon $750

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S7m120
Filter 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 ($150-450)
Filter Additional Notes

The filter itself appears to be older than 25 years. While the pool is very clear is indicating the elements inside the filter are likely less than five years old. I would still recommend service to confirm that fact, and if older recommend filter element replacement ($450) along with the service to all tank o rings and new gauge ($300). Note that a brand new filter would likely cost less than this, And would be my recommendation. Ie Aquastar 200 Single Cartridge

Filter Pump Condition: Damaged$550

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Max E Glas ≤ 0.99HP
Filter Pump Condition
Water leaking from the shaft seal, The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

This motor is older and showing signs of heavy wear and usage. Additionally, the shaft seal appears to be leaking and or the pump seal plate, Expect the cost of approximately $200 up to $550 to repair this issue Along with a variable speed motor if desiring ideal for $750-1250+ vs a new high quality variable pump ($800-1250+).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
550

Booster Pump Condition: Damaged$800

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Polaris Pb4sq ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Corroded motor body indicating failure in 1 - 24 months. The cost of a new like pump ($450+) + install $350.

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: Great$650

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
650
Board & Timer Additional Notes

Working dual timer box. With breakers due to be updated for safety ($125 variable speed breaker to GFCI, $25 for pool light breaker, and a new $35 GFCI for the outlet = approx $650 installed by electrician).

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: Fair - Working Condition$550

Overall Details

The Plumbing present is due to have its UV paint updated, And Plumbing relabeled ($300+). Ideally also install a check valve ($100) for the suction side of the pump.



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

7 feet away from the pool appears to be some type of non GFCI light. Recommend attention for safety ($150+) via electrician.

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Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $7975Est. Totals


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