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3428 W Island Ct., Elk Grove, ( - )

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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
Mesh
Safety Fencing Notes
The fencing needs minor repair to self close and self latch, The access gate does not swing away from the pool, 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 (Needs Attention) $9999

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
18' by 40' 0-10% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

There is a blemish in the west end of the pool clear indicator of structure compromise. Cost TBD. via Pool Remodel Contractor - estimated construction value to remedy the situation $15-50k. This would likely include the cost of a new surface for the pool complete.

Currently with these cracks and not knowing the extend of damage - the remedy would include the cost to resurface - resurface estimate cost is 9-15k.

Note the cause of cracking present appears to may be due to settling of sub surface - concrete around pool is settling un evenly and on the portion closest to the lake is settling down towards it, leaving cracks on the concrete path and lifted trip hazard pieces that will need to be grinded down for safety before needing to be repaired. Estimated normally in Tile Section but should be detailed here due to issue present noticed in surface.

East most concrete is lifted. West most concrete is settled down.

Blemish / Cracks / acid wash burns / on surface seen in shallow need and edges of north middle.

Tile Condition: Ideal Waterline - Concrete Blemishes$1000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet High 110
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic N/A or none No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

New mastic. Skimmer throat hard to see, due to water level, tile appears original. Minimal calcium.

Lifted concrete, recommend grinding edges down for safety ($500-1000+).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $200

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.5 - 6.8 (Low) 20 + (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 20 + (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 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

Recommend balancing chemicals ($200) and retesting to verify water loss status.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: High Flow - Full $450

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
High Flow - Full 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 main drain covers are due to be updated due to age and condition ($100 x 2).

The in floor heads are likely due to be updated ($200+).

The skimmer is due for a new weighted basket ($50).

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

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Robot - Maytronics Robot
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Working but nearing maintenance ; new treads. Older unit. Chlorine Chemical stains present. Unit does stay in one section of the pool for prolonged periods of time. May be nearing failure point ($750-1250).

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: Good ($10)$20

Autofill #1 Autofill #2
Pool Auto-Fill Spa Auto-Fill Auto-Fill Style Fill Speed
Yes No Float Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

The auto fill is likely set slightly high ($20), skimmer level currently to the limit for opening (throat).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1700

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
LED 100'
Pool Light Notes

It appears both lights function but may be replaced with a low quality bulb - older light can - both lights have to “heat up” to function. May be indicating failure soon. Each light cost is $500 x 2 + install $350 each x 2. East light appears to be slightly loose - recommend checking and verifying connection / mounting. Algae present around light.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

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Filter Condition: Older - Due for Service $695

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S7m120
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

Recommend service ($205) to confirm if new elements are needed ($450) + pressure gauge ($40).

Filter Pump Condition: Damaged$450

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Max E Glas 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Filter Pump Condition
Water leaking from the return and/ or suction sides of pump connection(s)., The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

This older / original pump is due to have its return connection re sealed $150-450.

Note that it may be a wise time to consider updating the motor at least or the entire pump soon ($1000-2800).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
450

Booster Pump Condition: Older - Poor Working$200

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Max E Glas 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Booster was running with no flow when I arrived. It’s likely this was done for some time and may have compromised the pump seal (not currently leaking during use). Still a new variable motor is $1200 installed vs a new pump $1200-2800. Recommend minor lid o ring and basket ($50). Otherwise working condition. Found on. Recommend service to solar system / testing when dry ($150+).

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$450

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
450
Board & Timer Additional Notes

Breakers are due to be updated, for safety to comply with variable speed pumps ($400+). Otherwise recommend updating the plug GFCI ($50).

Auxiliary Timer Condition: N/A $

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$900

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

Non working. To replace expect a cost $900-2500.

Valves & Fittings Condition: Poor - Recommend Updates$950

Overall Details

Recommend a complete service here likely including removing some older equipment , re painting and labeling , and replacing old check valves ($1000+).

Otherwise leaking only at 1 chlorinator bypass, return connection on filter pump, and a leaking old o zone connection 1” or 3/4 plug.


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

Old Chlorinator likely due for service / removal / repalcment.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Old SWG - recommend removal or replacement

Condition
Poor
Notes

Solar check valves

Condition
Poor
Notes

Leaking air due for service ($250+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Unable to turn valve - recommend service ($500+).


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $17244Est. Totals


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