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9150 Winding Oak Dr., Fair Oaks, Ca (12:00 PM - May 21, 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: Other $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Safety Fencing Notes
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Blemishes / Wear Present $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
20' by 35' 50-100% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is likely between 7 to 15 years old. In my opinion it appears to have been re-plastered over Plaster, which is why we’re seeing so much check blemishes on the bottom of the pool + as well as wear markings on the corners bottom as well as in the spa.

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$6000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 120
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic N/A or none 1500
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs

On the south east corner of the concrete. There is some cracking presents, but it is not a trip hazard at this time.

Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile around the pool is in fair (original tile) condition with damaged mortar (due for re fresh of mortar - $1k+) There is also one section of loose or missing tiles located on the north slightly east corner near the entry steps. This area will need some attention to re-waterproof for longevity ($500-1k+).

In the spa spillover area there are theee areas where tiles have been compromised and it is due to be fixed ($500+).

Otherwise, there is little to minimal calcium buildup present at this time.

Last The Pool equipment wall is loose and a danger, especially to small children or people, as very little effort is used to push against the wall and it could potentially topple over and hurt or kill someone. The same person that would do the tile repair would also be able to fix this issue ($500-1k+).

Initially inside the skimmer throat where the tile meets the plastic does appear to also be due for attention ($500-1k).

Also, it would be wise to consider updating the skimmer at the same time as all the tile work as the same person that would perform all the tile work would perform the skimmer repair and it would be your best value to do it at the same time ($1k+) versus separate ($3500+)

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) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 20 - 50 (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?
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 No - Calcium Hardness, Cynuric Acid, and Other Factors Show Signs of No Water Loss Present
Additional Water Quality Notes

There is algae present throughout the pool that can be treated to remove, instead of just simply adding extra chlorine recommend treatments ($375+) to properly remove it and likely $50 or less in CYA to boost it for the summer.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Due for Updates $400

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


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The main drain cover in the spa in the one in the pool both appear to be older than seven years and therefore should be updated for safety ($200x2). Additionally, both appeared to have significant organic matter present in the drain grate itself, which may be due for cleaning at the same time.

The skimmer is due to have its basket updated to weighted along with a new weir door ($100+). No the skimmer is Older, but it does appear to have all parts present without any major issue at this time other than the need for service as mentioned in other sections.

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

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 280/380
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The bottom cleaner is due for some minor updates, which will include likely a new bag some new tires maybe a new tile soon and hose trimming along with hose swivels updated ($105+).

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 is leaking in three separate locations and is due for service ($125-250+).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$800

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

It appears that the pool light is not functioning correctly and it also has water present inside the lake lens recommend updating for safety (new can $400-1200) + install $400.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Fair - Due for Service $700

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Waterway 525
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

We have a cartridge filter 525 ft.². It appears that the elements are due for service ($150) which at that time we can confirm if the elements are due for replacement ($500+) which in my opinion is likely. Also at that same time recommend updating the pressure gauge ($50).

Filter Pump Condition: Poor - Nearly Expired Motor$100

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward Tri Star .5hp ≤ 0.99HP
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is no longer connected or secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

This filter pump is in a very stressed situation with a dirty filter, pumping likely less than 10% of its capability due to the blockage in the filter elements. The motor is running very hot and likely will expire in the next 1 to 48 months as a result of repeated ongoing abuse. In a variable speed motor will run $800 versus a single speed motor like this at approximately $400 plus she’ll pay somebody likely approximately $500 to install. Versus a new pump complete would run between 500 up to 2800 depending on energy efficiency.

Recommend bonding this pump and servicing the pump lid O-ring ($100+).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
100

Booster Pump Condition: Poor / Nearly Expired$300

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Pb4sq ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

This booster pump is very old and abused, is making unusual noises and it hoses connections are due for service ($200+) additionally, there is no bond present recommend adding a bonding wire ($100). But not a replacement booster installed will run between $800 to 1500.

Spa Jet Pump Condition: $

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

Waterfall Pump Condition: $

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

Auxiliary Pump A Condition: $

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: $

Auxiliary B #1 Auxiliary B #2
Auxiliary Pump B Brand Auxiliary Pump B Model Horsepower
Auxiliary Pump B Additional Notes

Heater Condition: $

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Heater Additional Notes

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$600

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

His panel is loose and a danger at this time recommend service = This will also include updating the breakers to GFCI and fixing the metal panel ($300+). Also adding a water bond ($300)

Auxiliary Timer Condition: $

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: $

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: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1350

Overall Details

Recommend painting and labeling the equipment pad, also covering from UV using a simple UV mesh that is less than $50 on Amazon = total($300+)

Also note that there are two valves present for the Spa or Pool section appear to be in fair working condition but due to be serviced for their O-rings ($150x2).



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
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Poor
Notes
Condition
Poor
Notes
Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

There is a spa blower motor that is not being used. Recommend service to replace / resolve ($700-1250+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Pointing to the location of the weakest point of the wall where anyone can lean against it and top it over as detailed in tile section.


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $10980Est. Totals


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