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12505 Quail Meadow Dr., Auburn, (1:00 PM - January 31, 2025)

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Front Of House Pool Spa

Equipment Pad

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 Side of home
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

Recommend attn to both sides of the home’s fence

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $4000

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
15K - 20K Gallons Spa - Gunite w some Plaster / Pool - Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
12' by 28' 50-100% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

Spa: Composite Gunite w some small decorative sections of plaster. All surfaces heavily worn and likely losing water currently (autofill running during the inspection). The spa appears to be due for re plastering now due to age and condition + water chemistry results + autofill running non stop during appt. Special Note: Only by opening up the areas of concern ie the raised gunite area of the spa, will we know the true extent of any issues present. Ie Without X-Ray Vision it is impossible to know what's occurring underneath or to make a 100% accurate assessment via a 1 hour Visual Pool Inspection.

Pool: There is spider web like check cracking present throughout (signifying the last 10-30% of a surfaces life cycle) - The pool is likely due for re plastering very soon due to age and condition possibly another 1-10 years of “life” left before missing sections begin to develop.

Approx cost to re plaster pool only $8-10k.

Cost to Replaster spa $2-4k (due to blemishes needing closer attention)

Cost to re plaster both (best deal) likely is approx $8-12K).

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet High 90
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone 500
Mastic Repair
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The raised wall has shrinkage cracks, which are common with exposed gunite, as well as missing surface areas, particularly around the spa and waterfall—typical for a project of this age. I also see what appear to be rebar stains coming through the raised wall, suggesting a long-term issue. It is likely that the spa is draining through this area, as calcium buildup is more concentrated around the spa than near the slide.

Removing the calcium deposits will cost approximately $500+ using a bead blasting service. However, to properly re-waterproof and repair the raised wall and the area around the spa—given the visible calcium fissures and other issues affecting the waterfall and wall—a full restoration is likely needed, eventually. Estimated construction costs for this work range from $5,000 to $10,000+. These repairs could have been avoided or minimized if proper waterproofing had been applied earlier.

That said, simply adding waterproofing and replastering the spa and waterfall area now may resolve water seepage issues and extend the life of these structures, potentially delaying the need for major repairs for approximately 1 to 10 years+

The waterline tile in the pool appears to be in good condition overall.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $400

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.2 - 7.6 (Slightly High) 10 - 20 (High) 10 - 20 (High) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 70 - 100 (Slightly High) 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, Light Algae was found In Shade or Corners of Pool No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

The Spa is the newest water (water loss present - seen on equipment pad as well, so this could be the main cause),

The pool while being low in certain elements it appears to be losing less water but I feel is likely also losing water none the less.

Recommend balancing both and re checking chemistry in 1-30 days to confirm.

Cost to “summer ready” balance the pool and spa expect $100-400+ depending on algae growth (likely 400+). Currently seeing algae on walls and corners of pool and throughout the spa. Therefore a $400+ number is most accurate to assist in near full removal.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Due for Updates - Issues Present $500

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Due for Updates - Issues Present 1
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 1 2 2
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
200
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

Spa = MD covers are older and due for update for safety $200.
Skimmer= older, showing stress / shrinkage cracks and previous repairs - Indicating an on going issue is likely present here and will eventually need attention / some repairs.
Pool = covers updated without issue at this time.
Skimmer = older, chlorine wear present, otherwise recommended float, weighted backet, and float o ring ($300).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Working $0

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Zodiac Mx
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Working. Wear. Approx 50% life remaining.

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
No Yes Float Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

Pool = The manual fill has signs of minor failure of value (rust) and likely due for repalcement ($250+)

Spa = The auto fill could not be accessed the lid was wedged shut, could not open without prying. Still could hear the fill running which is a sign water loss is present especially if running when spa is off / when running longer than 30 minutes.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1000

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

I was not able to get the pool light on, not that I expected it to turn on with the water present inside the light lens. Recommend a replacement light can ($600+) and install ($400).

Spa Light Condition: Damaged$1000

Spa Light #1 Spa Light #2
Spa Light Notes
Water Present inside light lens.
Spa Light Additional Notes

I was not able to get the spa light on either, not that I expected it to turn on with the water (condensation) present inside the light lens. Recommend a replacement light can ($600+) and install ($400).

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: 2 Filters - Both in Older, Fair Condition $100

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite, Pentair S7M120 + Tr-100 - Both 20+ yrs old
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

Spa =S7m120
Pool = Triton2 Tr-100

The Spa filter is older, but appears to be nearing its service due date for quarterly filter cleaning and servicing the filter $100+ otherwise without issue at this time.

The pool filter is one of my most favorite filters, older, may be nearing sand change date ($500+) if it hasn't been done in the past 1-10 years, but judging by the new sight glass it appears to have been done in the past 1 - 3 years.

Filter Pump Condition: Working Condition - Due for Service$450

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair Single Speed 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

Spa = Whisperflo Single Speed Working without mechanical issue. 2010 model. Due for a pump basket ($50).

Pool = Newer Superflo .99 with a poor condition pipe return likely leaking now or soon due to low quality repair (blue glue) - recommend re-repair if leaking ($400). Not mounted to the ground ($100).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
450

Booster Pump Condition: $0

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Spa Jet Pump Condition: Good$550

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Max E Glas 2.00HP - 2.50HP
Spa Jet Additional Notes

Unusual pump lid pattern, due for new basket ($50) otherwise working condition.

Special note that it appears that there is a leak present on this spa jet pump on the seal plate area (judging by the green moss around the pump in this area). If this is of issue the cost to repair this location is $500+


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: Good $250

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Pentair Mastertemp 400
Heater Additional Notes

Working condition, approx 5-10 years old. Working at this time without issue. Recommend painting the gas line ($50). Heated from 53 to 68 in twenty minutes. Thats A+.

It does appear that due to algae being present below the heater that the drain plug and possible unions are due for service ($200) (leaking) if these are in fact leaking.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Due for Safety Updates$350

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
350
Board & Timer Additional Notes

Pool - recommend updated breakers to GFCI ($300) as well as Spa panel plug outlet. Pool panel needs a plastic cover for safety ($50).

Auxiliary Timer Condition: Good $

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

Appears to be working, functioning actuator. Older. Surprising, But without issue at this time.

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: Poor - Recommend Updates$600

Overall Details

Pool = On the pool, the valving is older, hard to turn and likely will need to be updated soon due to age and condition. Still at this time no leaks seen and working condition.

Spa = On the spa equipment side The Plumbing is also older and likely should be updated soon as well due to poor quality parts (blue handle valves) when ready. Until then operational.

NOTE = Due to it being a "rainy day service", it is difficult to see leaks present on the equipment pad, but there does appear to be leaks at the Spa jet pump and the heater area. Recommend re-Inspect-service at no cost to confirm issues.

Note it’s Approx $1500-3k total to update both equipment pads with new plumbing, not needed immediately but sooner the better due to age and condition.

Otherwise recommend painting and labeling the pad to prolong the life of the existing plumbing ($200).



Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Pool equipment.

Condition
Poor
Notes

Spa equipment

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Not mounted / or weighted slide. Recommend either for safety ($200+).

Condition
Poor
Notes

A close up of skimmer that has been re sealed before.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Trip hazard / non working spa side switch. Recommend removal for safety ($200).


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $10575Est. Totals


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