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1043 La Quinta Ct., Napa, (2:00 PM - December 31, 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, Wrought Iron 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

Pool Surface Condition: Issues Present $9999

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
10K - 15K Gallons Gunite / Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 28' 50-100% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
There are large areas of staining and discoloration, The surface appears to no longer be water tight at this time
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is older and showing its age with cracking and rebar stains present throughout. I would classify this as due for attention now vs later due to the water loss that’s present.

Many blemishes present throughout; cracks, rust stains x 9, and gunite cracking outside water throughout / structure in west end.

This pool is due to be corrected in several locations both inside the pool and outside. The estimate construction value to re-hab this structure / surface situation would likely run 15-40k+ and it should include opening up the gunite structure in several locations ($5-15k+) , re shooting gunite ($5-10k+), and then re surfacing the pool / basins ($9-15k). Total cost would be confirmed after progressing through exposing sub surface issues, therefore exact costs likely cannot be confirmed ahead of time vs during the remodel project.

Tile Condition: N/A$0

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
N/A N/A
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
N/A or none
Mastic Repair
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $335

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.8 - 7.2 (Ideal) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 1 (Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 20 - 45 (Low) 0 - 100 (Very 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 - Recommend Phosphate Treatment Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

New fresh water. Low chemical residual likely due to water loss being present (seen in south west shallow end). Cost to rebalance this pool or a fresh pool will run $80-250. And a needed phosphate treatment $85.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Older Skimmer - One Main Drain $200

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Older Skimmer - One Main Drain 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 skimmer and signs of high chlorine cookies being used at one time for prolonged times. Older.

The skimmer float also has a broken diverter. And should be updated ($50) soon. Also missing weir door ($50). Recommend both.

The main drain cover should be updated due to age and condition ($100).

Note is does appear that this pool is more than 5-10 feet in elevation change below the pool equipment making it progressively more difficult to operate this body of water predictably through this pump setup (hence the double check valves on the filter pump and filter pump cannot be ran higher than 2500-3000 rpm’s without creating cavitations inside the pump).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Working - Difficult Bottom $0

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
280/380
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The cleaner is constantly getting itself jammed into a corner, or far side of pool. Given its new but due to hose length and pool bottom type I wouldnt anticipate much from this “bottom cleaner” due to the situation. I’ve seen other pools LIKE this pool (Natural Designs) smoothed with plaster vs having this exposed gunite look, as a future potential solution. Otherwise bottom cleaning in this pool will not be ideal vs having a second skimmer added coupled with a variable speed pump running to help assist with surface debris removal BEFORE it falls to the bottom. A second skimmer may be able to be much easier to be added at resurface / restructure time.

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 Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

The fill was not checked as it appeared to have not been accessed for some time, and I didn’t want to potentially damage the already damaged / shattered stone. This fill canister likely needs to be opened, cleaned, and the fill updated ($125-250+)

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+)

I was unable to get the light to function. Still the light does appear to have some minor condensation present inside the light lens, and therefore should be updated for safety ($575 light can , $350 labor)

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Recommend Minor Service $50

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Pentair Cartridge 420
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

The pressure is relatively low, generally indicating a bad gauge or low flow due to a less than ideal elevation issue.

The filter is relatively new and in good condition. Still I’d recommend a new gauge to confirm if issue is present ($50).

Filter Pump Condition: Working - Newer$102

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair IntelliFlo Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

This pump is in a difficult position (hence the double check valves on the filter pump and filter pump cannot be ran higher than 2500-3000 rpm’s without creating cavitations inside the pump) therefore this pumps lid o ring and suction side check valves will need a high degree of attention to ensure damage prevention to this pump occurs.

Otherwise this pump is relatively new without issue other than a dry lid o ring / check valve connection (recommend service to confirm - $50).

Also the back screen protector is off on the ground and should be re attached ($2).

The vacuum gauge does not appear to be functioning either, recommend replacement ($50)

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
102

Booster Pump Condition: Good - Working Condition$0

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair Single Speed 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Working condition. Like new. Without issue.

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: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1250

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair IntelliFlo Variable Speed
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

It appears this pump is in working condition; new debris present inside the pump basket. Still I was unable to give this pump power and confirm its status. IF the motor / drive has failed expect a cost of $1250+ to repair, or replace with like pump $2800. But it is more likely there’s a secondary switch present that activates this function.

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: Ideal Physical - Unconfirmed Status of Addl Equip$550

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

Timer appears to have been worked on recently, old breakers present, recommend confirming why the waterfall pump does not turn on and function using switches present.

Additionally the pool light does not appear to be integrated into this either ? Could not locate a switch for that as well.

Still the breakers are new gfci and in like new condition. If repair is required to resolve light and waterfall pump expect a cost of approx $550 for an electrician to
Visit and replace breakers / add switches.

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$1150

Overall Details

The Valving present has been recently updated. It can be painted for uv and re labeled if desired ($50).



Yes, the equipment pad does have a thinning layer of UV protectant paint, and it is due to be re-painted and / or have a UV shade device ($50+) placed over the top / sides of equipment pad to help ensure long PVC piping life AS WELL AS 2x+ or more equipment life.
Condition
Good
Notes

Some parts (check valves) of the waterfall pumps suction and returns were updated but the older red handle valves will need to be updated as well soon (1-96 months $500+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

This valve is in older condition. It is not ideal for it to be encased in gunite, and will need to be serviced ($150), as it appears to be leaking, but if it is leaking at its housing because it’s encased will make replacement of this valve costly ($500+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Cracks in external shell.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Recommend minor service attention for longevity ($100).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Rebar Rotted out sub surface - due to non water proofing / age


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $14936Est. Totals


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