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65 Northlite Cir, Sacramento, (11:00 AM - February 24, 2025)

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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 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

Pool Surface Condition: Blemishes Present - No Check Cracking $500

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
<10K Gallons Fiberglass
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
7' by 7' 0-10% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface has an integrated air induction system, which I am surprised is still nearly fully operational. The surface does have blemishes presents in the deep end, likely from staining. It is difficult to see the entire service due to the amount of organic matter that is present, But what is seen is a fair condition surface with no major issues presents other than standard wear for its age. Note that the surface appears to likely have old remnants of snails, in Various forms of decomposition, Which I initially thought were blemishes, but upon closer inspection appeared to simply be old organic matter.

In the shallow and there appear to be some chipping occurring that could likely be filled in to help prolong the life of the surface.

And I would expect the skimmer to need to be resealed soon as it does appear to be nearing that time ($500+).

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) $100

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.8 - 7.2 (Ideal) 0 (Very Low) 0 (Very Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 45 - 70 (Ideal) 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, Heavy Algae was found Throughout Pool No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality is due to be drained and cleaned ($250+).

Also, the water quality appears to have been recently filled with new freshwater in the past one to two years and not balanced. Balancing would run approx $100.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Non Top Accessible Skimmer $0

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Non Top Accessible Skimmer N/A
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
N/A 1 N/A N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

This is an older skimmer and less ideal than one that can easily be cleaned from the top, vs having to shove your hand into it and cleaning it out from inside the spa. Upon remodel - consider adding a top access port ($500+) / updating the skimmer all together ($1500+) If planning to leave uncovered, With a cover, it is not as important

Bottom Cleaner Condition: $0

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes
Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: $0

Autofill #1 Autofill #2
Pool Auto-Fill Spa Auto-Fill Auto-Fill Style Fill Speed
Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

Pool Light Condition: $0

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Pool Light Notes

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Damaged $700

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Pentair Cnc 75
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

This is a newer filter, but it is due to have its element replaced as well as the pressure gauge that is completely damaged and at the same time, recommend servicing the tank O-ring set ($700) to ensure this filter is good for another 5 to 10 more years of life without service needed other than to the filter element every quarter.

Filter Pump Condition: Older - Working$900

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Max E Pro ≤ 0.99HP
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is no longer connected or secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

This pump is in working condition at this time however it does sound as if the bearings have some issue and may require service soon ($450) Otherwise, the pump basket is completely green, indicating it has been sat stagnant for sometime. Additionally, it does appear that the hump is leaking potentially from a shaft seal, which will require some service as well ($450). Note a brand new pump is approximately $900-1800+. Could simply be a drain plug O-ring issue, but due to the large amount of water present, it may also be the shaft seal. Note that if the pump is not going to be bonded, recommend adding a water bond ($500) For safety.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
900

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: Poor$

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Anzen
Spa Jet Additional Notes

This very / older blower motor is in working condition without issue at this time. I would not anticipate working longer than another 1 to 10 uses Before replacement will be required ($1000).


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: Damaged (Needs Attention) $1455

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Sta-Rite Max E Therm 200
Heater Additional Notes

The heater is approximately 10 years old and it doesn’t appear to be in terrible condition, but the display is not turning on ($750) and there’s no power displaying on the unit, as well as the gas connection will need a drip leg added and black iron connections ($500).

It may be wise to consider (due to age) a new heater vs repairs, after confirming diagnostic service ($205).

Note a new light heater installed as approximately $4200.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Recommend Safety Updates$500

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

Does not appear that equipment has any GFCI or safety measures and therefore, I recommend installing some ie GFCI breakers ($500+) via a sub panel. Otherwise, the single older timer has new internals and appears to be in working condition.

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: Poor - Recommend Updates$2200

Overall Details

There is no valving present, the plumbing is copper to PVC conversion, and it appears all piping underground Copper approximately one and 1 1/4 inches. It would be wise to consider servicing the copper to PVC connections in the next one to five years ($500) it is not currently needed. Recommend painting and labeling the equipment pad otherwise ($200).



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

Recommend paint and labeling + uv coverage.

Condition
Poor
Notes

Older gas line, Recommend testing for free with local gas company to confirm status.

Condition
Poor
Notes

Close up of copper to pvc connection. It would’ve been nice if they left room to service this valve but unfortunately, when the time comes, this will just have to be cut out and replaced to service ($400+).

Condition
Good
Notes

This pool cover is actually in good shape overall and still has some life left at least 1-5 years.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

The handrail surprisingly appears to be stable, but due to agent condition, I wouldn’t expect it to be perfect much longer And The brick work around the spa to me, appears to have settled over time and in an unusual trip hazard way, including around the perimeter of the spa. This area will likely need to be reset eventually (2-5k+).


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $6480Est. Totals


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