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67 Gingerhill Ct., Roseville, (1:00 PM - February 14, 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
Wrought Iron 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: Visibility Minor Blemishes Present - Overall Fair / Good $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
16' by 38' 0-10% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface appears to be in fair / good condition overall, note: not all of the surface can be seen due to approximately 20 to 50% of the pool surface being covered with a coagulating debris, If removed would allow me to better determine issues if any are present.

Still, what is seen is in the step area a few small circular blemishes including one on the step face / edge. More blemishes are seen on the south wall as well.

It does appear that it is likely the pool at one point was drained and pressure washed, and some markings are seen in this area the most, or it could simply just be markings from previous brushings. On the west side of the pool in the deep end wall, some additional markings are present, likely from pressure washing and or some scratching on the steps edge.

To me, the surface appears to be at approx 15 years old. Typically a plaster surface can last up to 30 years. What I am able to see is the surface should attain that 30 year number if well maintained.

Tile Condition: Issues Present$10000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 125
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic N/A or none Other
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile appears to be in fair condition overall, but noticeably on the raised wall in the west section of the pool, the waterline tile appears to be blemished and slightly lifting As well as some cracking outside of the waterline area, mostly seen on the raised wall on the west end on both sides of this raised wall. Also in this area the spillover area will likely need to be re-waterproof and corrected to Prevent additional water damage = $5k+. Note the higher cost is associated with potentially having to redo larger areas than is visibly seen currently As both sides of this raised wall have issues present likely to their foundation (looking on the back side of the wall we see the extent of the issue).

Additionally, the waterline tile appears to have grout that has been worn away more quickly, and or a thinner layer was laid down and therefore will need to be re-ordered soon ($3k+).

Note during the stage of tile work, it would be beneficial to consider adding a auto fill as the pool does not appear to be equipped with one currently, This can easily be added, and likely very little additional cost Since there’s already a hose bib located in the pool equipment area. If tile work is already occuring, it would likely be a minor add on ($500-1000) and resolve many issues of it not being present.

Inside both skimmers, they have some epoxy style repair work done to it and likely these areas will need to be re-waterproofed as well ($1k x 2) To ensure longevity.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $375

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.8 - 7.2 (Ideal) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 20 - 50 (Low) 45 - 70 (Ideal) 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?
Increasing chlorine, adjusting chemicals to proper levels, and doing enzyme and phosphate treatments along with 2 separate filter cleanings, one before treatments and one after will help reduce or eliminate algae ($375) No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality test is indicating that everything is in ideal condition, However, the water in the pool does not look to be in perfect condition due to likely past organic growth that was shocked back to blue and clear with sediment still present on the walls. Likely the pool is going to be due to be vacuumed and treated to remove organics / contaminants + treatments to bring the water back to ideal conditions which should cost approx $375 at this time. Note the CYA acid level is low and same with the calcium hardness levels which Generally indicates that water loss may be present or new water.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Chlorine Wear - Recommend Updates $1100

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Chlorine Wear - Recommend Updates 2
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
2 N/A 4 or more N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
600
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The pool has one channel drain on the floor one on the wall and two circular drains For the waterfall. Due to the age and condition of all four, they should be updated for safety at approx $600.

Both skimmers should get a new weighted basket new skimmer lid and new float with float rings ($500).

Also heavy chlorine wear in the skimmers more one than the other. Still recommend NOT putting 3” chlorine cookies inside the skimmers for longevity.

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
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

There is no bottom cleaner present however it is ready for a Polaris 280 / 380 ($650+) / Quattro ($1k+).

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 Manual Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

The manual fill connection is leaking during use, And will need to be repaired to resolve ($250).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1400

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

The pool light obviously has water and or condensation inside the light lens. Therefore, the light can should be updated for safety.

Pentair:
Incandescent $600
LED white $800
LED color $1000

+ install $400

+ 400 for 12v low voltage / no harm conversion

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Due For Service $1370

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S8M150
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

This filter is heavily Sun damaged and o rings are of poor condition. Thus will likely need at minimum ; New filter element ($750) , Tank O-ring + o ring set ($400) , Pressure gauge ($20) and service ($200) = $1370. Note a new sand filter is a far better value and costs approx $1500-2800 installed.

Filter Pump Condition: Like New$0

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Vs Flow Pro 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 like new. A sidenote is that this pump is slightly under size for this application with two skimmers and one main drain, It may have been wise to consider upgrading to a slightly larger pump to take advantage of the higher flow capacity here, A wiser pump would likely be the i3 Pentair pump ($2800 installed) Which would also allow you to consider taking in the suction side ability from the waterfall pump, and/or using only one pump here instead of two A.k.a. downsizing from the much older secondary waterfall pump to using this single variable speed or single upgrade variable speed (Pentiar i3).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs

Booster Pump Condition: Fair / Working $400

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward P30060 1.50HP - 2.00HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

This pump operates ideally, I would not expect it to last longer than 1-3 years additional though due to overall poor quality = This bottom cleaner pump is one of my least favorites as it is a higher energy consumer and of poor build quality with parts that likely will fail (hoses) eventually Updating this to a superior pump like the Pentair boost rite ($700+ install $400) would be a wiser choice if considering secondary pump driven bottom cleaner (Which is the highest powered cleaner available For leaf debris which it does appear, there is plenty of leaf debris present, and therefore this would be the recommended bottom cleaner option vs Suction or return style). Consider using hard plumbing as well instead ($400) regardless of pump options.

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)$2600

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Dura Glas 1.50HP - 2.00HP
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

This pump does not turn on, and is in seemingly poor condition, It’s Motor showing signs of high heat usage for prolonged periods of time. It does have a newer band clamp, which generally indicates there was a leak at one time that has been fixed, But as mentioned in the filter pump section, this pump can be removed and in its place a single higher powered filter pump (Pentiar i3) or even current filter pump with minimal plumbing modifications ($400+). To replace this pump with a like pump expect a cost of approx $2200.

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$500

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
500
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The sub panel timer box is in good condition overall, But the breakers will need to be updated to GFCI ($300-500). This will include the light and plug outlet breaker.

Auxiliary Timer Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $1300

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

The solar controller appears to be potentially in working condition, But I would expect One or two of the sensors to be due for a replacement and or actuator ($500). If the panel itself is no longer functioning expected cost of approximately $800 for a new solar controller installed. Note this panel and parts listed are not required and can be done manually if budget is concerned but would not be operating as intended.

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$4000

Overall Details

The pool equipment pad is due to have its valving updated which will include the check valve, the two solar valves, as well as the three-way valve for the solar, and the two hose bibs for the solar ($1500+). That will also include repainting and relabeling the equipment pad and covering with a UV mesh ($50) Like a blanket.



Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Likely no longer used solar Valving.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

This hydraulic motor for the cover may be nearing expiration due to its physical condition, If so, expect the cost of approximately $1500+

Condition
Poor
Notes

Again note the skimmers have significant chlorine wear present.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Cover status = Damaged. Likely its pulley system is broken / cabling. Operates but zero movement at the cover to closed. I would expect a $1-2k in parts and service to replace cabling / runnel pieces since left ill kept for a long period of time. Additionally the cover itself can run 2-5k if in poor shape.

Condition
Poor
Notes

This micro sized waterslide appears to be in fair/damaged condition. The handrail is cracked, and the slide overall appears to be older and is likely due for some attention if desiring to prolong its life ($500+), But it may be wiser to consider, for safety, to remove it completely ($500) / replace ($2k-3k+) as it does appear to be fairly worn and no longer in ideal shape.


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $24070Est. Totals


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