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1191 Jacob Ln., Carmichael, (11:00 AM - April 17, 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
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
20' by 40' 10-50% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface age of the Pool may be less than 15 years old, but they likely did a re plaster job over an older Plaster job, this is a lower cost method, and only lasts up to 15 years vs 30 doing a more complete option of removing all of the previous surface. The surface in the pool is heavily checking, especially on the top sections, where is seen in several locations likely through to the lower layer of Plaster as well. The pool is nearing its due date for re- plastering soon if not already (due to water loss evidence seen).

The plaster surface to redo for the Pool & Spa likely would cost 12 to 17k to re do correctly / completely.

Tile Condition: Issues Present - Recommend Service$2450

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
N/A Ideal 140
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic Light Build Up ($450) No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile all appears to be present. I am seeing some gaps, forming between the concrete and the top of the tile mostly seen on the north section of the pool, and likely the south section of the Spa. These areas can be refilled and if needed ($500+).

On the Spa spill over east side, I am seeing some gaps forming between the tiles, and will need some fresh mortar soon ($500+).

Both skimmers have low quality putty work performed to them. Both are due for mortar updates ($1000+) to allow re sealing, this would be most cost efficient to be done at re plaster stage.

There is very light calcium present that can be removed if desired ($450+).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $375

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.6 - 8.0 (High) 0 (Very Low) 0 (Very Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 100 - 140 (High) 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?
Yes, Light Algae was found In Shade or Corners of Pool, 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

Water is green and likely due for water treatments ASAP as it is showing signs of newer water present (cal hardness at 200-300) and zero cya.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Attention $500

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Recommend Attention
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
Yes
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

It does appear that the main drain covers in the Pool & Spa are updated to VGBA compliant.

Both skimmers are older, and it would be very wise to consider updating these skimmers at the replaster stage ($1-2k+).

In the meantime, it may be wise to consider adding new weir doors and weighted baskets if possible ($300). Also note that due to the age and condition of the skimmers it would be wise to do a simple die test to confirm leak free status ($200) of these as cracks / blemishes are seen.

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

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 280
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The bottom cleaner is functioning nearly
New hose, however the hose is too long and likely due for some updates, which may also include a new tail ($105+).

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: Damaged$1000

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

Surprisingly, the pool light is turn on however, there is water present inside the light lens and therefore should be updated for safety. Cost of a new can $600-1200 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 wasn’t able to get this light to turn on, still, I did not expect it to because of water being present inside the light lens. Cost of a new can $600-1200 and install $400.

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Fair - Due for Service $700

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Pentair Cnc pls 520
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Filter is working, leaking at its tank o ring, due for quarterly filter cleaning ($150+) and also a new pressure gauge ($50). Recommend service to confirm if elements are due for replacement ($500) which, judging by how quickly the pool turned green, they likely are due.

Filter Pump Condition: Good - Working Condition$100

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward EcoStar
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, without issue at this time. Recommend binding wire addition for safety ($100).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
100

Booster Pump Condition: Fair Working Condition$100

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair La01n ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

This pump has 1 out of 4 level of vibration present, indicating the motor is nearing due for simple bearing service ($350+) in the next 1-3 years vs repalcment pump at ($650+). Still this pump is working and currently not leaking at this time. Recommend adding a bonding wire for safety ($100).

Spa Jet Pump Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$750

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Dyna Glas 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Spa Jet Additional Notes

This pump does turn on however it does not catch prime, this may be due to leaking seal plates ($775+) / impeller issue ($250+) due to age or a need for a suction side check valve ($300). It may be wise to instead consider a new pump ($750-2800+) vs repairing this older heavily worn / missing parts (drain plug screw) pump ($750+).


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 $500

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Rheem 400k btu?
Heater Additional Notes

This heater is working, however, the gas line was turned off when I arrived, and its power switch was very sticky.

I have been heating the heater for approximately 45 minutes, and due to the faulty valves for his pool or spa control was only able to heat the water 2° in that time. Still, the heater appears to be functional without issue at this time.

Recommend adding a drip leg as well as a bonding wire for safety ($500).

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Recommend Safety Updates$600

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
600
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The board is working, but due for updated GFCI breakers ($300+) and a water bond to this system due to lack of bond present ($300+).

Auxiliary Timer Condition: N/A $

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1250

Salt Control #1 Salt Control #2
Salt System Power Detect Salt Flow Detect Salt Presence Low Salt
Yes Yes Yes
Salt Control System Additional Notes

The system is indicating low salt level, which likely is helping us. See that water loss or new fresh freshwater is present. Additionally, it will likely need a new salt cell ($950) if desiring to utilize the salt system. And rebalancing of salt ($300).

Valves & Fittings Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$2800

Overall Details

The pool equipment pad is due to be painted labeled and covered from UV ($300+).

The Valving to control the suction and return of the spa or pool is located under the concrete decking between the spa and the house, the valving is leaking currently and likely the only long-term solution would be to replace these valves ($1500+) as well as some minor concrete modification ($500+).



Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Close up of the leaking Valving.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Concrete lifting, due for grinding for safety.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Recommend removal of the trip hazard.

Condition
N/A
Notes
Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Recommend removal of the diving board as it is no longer safe ($500+).


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $12355Est. Totals


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