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8530 Walden Woods Way, Granite Bay, (2:00 PM - April 22, 2025)

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Equipment Pad

Equipment #1 Equipment #2 Equipment #3 Equipment #4 Equipment #5

Safety Fencing Condition: Other $125

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wrought Iron Around pool
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

No self closing self latching gates present.

Pool Surface Condition: Issues Present $14000

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Plaster & Pebble / Gunite
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
16' by 25' 0-10% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is likely nearing its expiration in the next 1 to 10 years due to the type of surface = The surface is a proprietary mix of Gunite and waterproofing, and depending on maintenance, will determine its general expected life duration.

I do see calcium Fisher’s present throughout the surface (typical with high ph exposures).

I also see one major rebar bleeding issue near the skimmer, these areas will likely require an overhaul soon / now ($2k+). Additionally, there is one in the south shallow end that will likely require repair ($1k+) at Plaster stage.

Likely the eventual solution will be to re-plaster over the entire surface up to the waterline ($8-11k) along with the repairs mentioned.

Note that due to the excessive issues present, typical with pools losing their waterproofing, it is likely the re plaster option is required vs recommended.

Tile Condition: N/a = Gunite$7500

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
N/A Ideal 100
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Natural / Stone, Gunite Other
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

There are no tiles present. The waterline and outside water area areas are gunite. These exposed gunite surfaces (outside of water) are showing stress / age cracking likely mostly due to environmental factors.

I do see examples of cracking outside the water, indicative of Gunite surfaces, such as these. These affected areas will eventually require attention and repair especially soon (1-12 months) both skimmer x2 throat connections to gunite = will require re sealing ($1k+) as it does not appear to be water tight at this time.

On the north section of the waterfall, there is a rebar bleedthrough issue that likely will require some minor attention ($500+).

Also on the north section of the waterfall, the water slide is due for resurfacing ($1k+).

Also the main waterfall is deteriorating from the inside out (salt conditions do not help) and will likely require repair in the next 1 - 24 months ($2-4k+)

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) 250 - 400 (Ideal)
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, 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
Additional Water Quality Notes

The pool while clear has algae throughout the surface mostly seen on the walls. There is likely a simple solution and that isn’t to just you over chlorinate (by re installing the salt cell and “ waiting for results “) but instead consider doing a phosphate treatment x 2 + filter cleanings x2 and increasing CYA and Chlor levels. The water chemistry isn’t allowing me to completely rule out water loss, but re checking levels in 1-30 days will help confirm that status.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $700

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Recommend Updates 2
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
2 4 or more
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
400
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

There are four main drain covers installed, they appeared to be original. Recommend updating for safety ($100x4).

There are two skimmers installed. They both have had their floats removed, and in its place a specialty skimmer basket. I feel it may be wise to consider installing the appropriate hardware which will include new floats, float o ring and weighted basket ($300).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Damaged, some major parts need to be replaced ($205) $205

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Pentair Legend
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The Pentair legend 4 wheel bottom cleaner, is older than due for updates, which will include the tail tires and bag, likely some attention to the hose swivels as well ($205+).

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 Float Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

It appears the auto fill was not installed with Teflon tape and maybe spraying out water constantly at its threads. Recommend service to confirm issue ($125-250+). If over tightened (as likely seen) and split the thread, expect a cost of ($1500+) to repair.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1100

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

The pool light does turn on and operate at this time, however, it does appear there may be condensation inside the light lens, and therefore, if that is the case, the light can should be updated for safety ($700 can + 400 install). Because the light is in a peculiar position, it makes it difficult to give 100% confirmation. But I do feel more than 75% confident.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Fair / Poor - Working - 2009 $525

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Pentair Cnc Plus 420 - 2009
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Filter is heavily sun exposed, classify this as fair to poor condition.

The filter pressure is slightly high, indicating it is likely due for a filter service ($125) which will help us confirm if the filter elements are due for replacement ($400+) which I feel is likely due to the higher than normal pressure.

Filter Pump Condition: Damaged - Working Condition$3100

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

The filter pump is showing signs of motor deterioration from running the pump at high speed for prolong periods of time, causing excess damage to this motor. Won’t be long before this motor expires in 1-48 months, and due to this being an obsolete pump will require a replacement ($1250-2800+).

Currently, it is leaking from its return connection, which will likely require repair as it is water loss is present ($300+).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
3100

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: 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)$500

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair Vs 3050 Variable Speed
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

This waterfall pump is in fair / damaged working condition, but it does have water loss present likely at the union or possibly the return fitting either way recommend updating both ($500+).

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$800

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
800
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The timer is in working condition. The sticker on the display is slightly warped due to sun exposure. Still it is working without issue.

The breakers are due to be updated for safety ($400+) a GFCI variable speed breaker and a new GFCI breaker.

It would also be wise to consider adding a water bond ($400+) for safety + due to the overall close proximity to the pool

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$1050

Overall Details

The valving present is due for standard 10-20 year service which will include opening lubing and or replacing Valving o rings ($700-1k+). The service will also include painting and relabeling.



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

Older Check, likely due for updates.

Condition
Good
Notes

Salt spacer. No leaks.

Condition
Poor
Notes

Water temp sensor likely due for clamp / probe maintenance ($50).

Condition
N/A
Notes

Waterfall Valving.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

There appears to potentially be water loss presence at the south east skimmer area / audible issue - likely irrigation related, could hear pressure at time of inspection.


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $30230Est. Totals


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