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3741 Greenview Dr., El Dorado Hills, (10:00 AM - April 25, 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: Good $125

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wrought Iron Side of home
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

Pool Surface Condition: Minor Blemishes Present $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
10K - 15K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
10' by 20' 0-10% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
The pool surface is free of blemishes or any "pitting", The surface is uniform and smooth with little or no discoloration found
Pool Surface Additional Notes

Surface is relatively smooth and in near ideal condition.

There is one blemish scene in the north east corner of the pool, very small, almost unnoticeable. There is also a gash in the Plaster very small nearly un noticeable approximately 1 foot north of the main drain.

In the shallow shelf on the south end of the pool and some stains in the spa , I do see some likely acorn stains from overhanging trees.

Overall, the surface appears to be in ideal condition.

Tile Condition: Issues Present$3500

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet Low 95
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone N/A or none No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile appears to be in good condition over all.

The Spa spill over though is in question. I am seeing examples where water is beginning to seep and likely will need some attention soon. This will include opening up these area areas and reapplying waterproofing material ($1k+).

Picture in last section of report (Valving #5) It appear some water loss is occurring through the east wall, and it may be tile / bond beam related. Recommend attention to this area via further investigations (?-$2500+).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $350

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) 50 - 100 (Ideal) 45 - 70 (Ideal) 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?
No No - Calcium Hardness, Cynuric Acid, and Other Factors Show Signs of No Water Loss Present
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water chemistry is indicating that the pH is fairly high, chlorine is also noticeably, pungent and likely way too high, and the signer acid level is also likely too high hovering closer to 120 than 100.

It may be wise to consider proper water balance (includes half or 1/4 drain $100+) which will also include an enzyme to remove the noticeable scum bubbles in the spa (+$30).

Note to that likely the reason why the chlorine level is so high is to mask what may be assumed is an algae issue present, therefore recommend phosphate treatments, and filter cleaning(s) service ($200+).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Good - Skimmer Updates Recommended $200

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Good - Skimmer Updates Recommended 1
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 2 2
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
Yes
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

There are two main drains in the spa and two in the pool. They appeared to be VGBA compliant.

The skimmer is due to have its float and float over reinstalled, and a weighted basket ($200+)

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Older - Working $0

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

Working. Without issue.

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: Good ($10)$20

Autofill #1 Autofill #2
Pool Auto-Fill Spa Auto-Fill Auto-Fill Style Fill Speed
Yes No Float Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

The auto fill present is very much overdue for a cleaning ($20+). But otherwise does appear to be in working condition. However, the level of the pool is lower than the auto fill output yet the fill was on activated initially. This is likely due to a large amount of debris being present inside the auto fill canister, and hopefully service will resolve.

Pool Light Condition: Good$0

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
LED 100'
Pool Light Notes

There is one pool light installed located on the north side of the pool. It is working at this time.

Spa Light Condition: Damaged$900

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

Jandy LED light appears to have water present inside the light lens and therefore should be updated soon ($500+ install $400).

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Filter Condition: Newer - Due for Service $50

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Jandy Cs250
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

The filter pressure is relatively high, likely due to so much organic matter being present. Still it appears that there’s a new filter element nearby ready to be replaced, and it may be recommended at this time ($50)

Filter Pump Condition: Good$0

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Jandy Epump 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 in ideal working condition at this time without issue.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs

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$

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Jandy Pro Series 2.00HP - 2.50HP
Spa Jet Additional Notes

This 2 hp blower is in ideal condition.


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 $

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Jandy Nat Gas
Heater Additional Notes

Working with that issue at this time. Recommend painting the gas connection ($50) for longevity purposes.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Great$0

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
Yes - The plug and or breaker are connected to the pool light and test and reset.
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The board and timer are in working condition without issue at this time. It is equipped with the IQ 30 / 3.0.

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$1250

Overall Details

The valving installed is in working condition without issue at this time. I am unsure as to why they used ABS piping for the heater (heat pump) connections, but this is less than ideal and should be updated ($400). Additionally, this pad should be painted re labeled and covered ($300).



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
Good
Notes

Working without issue.

Condition
Poor
Notes

This in-line chlorinator is working, but it is beginning to show signs of wear with its movable parts that will need to be updated in the next 1 to 5 years ($200+).

Condition
Good
Notes

The in-line leaf basket is in working condition at this time, recommend minor service to the pump Lid o ring (EDC) ($50+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

The floor cleaning canister, gearing, is likely due for service as not all of the Jets are popping up at this time ($500+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

It appear some water loss is occurring through the east wall, and it may be tile / bond beam related. Recommend attention to this area via further investigations (estimated in tile section ?-$2500+).


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $6395Est. Totals


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