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8050 Warren Ct., Granite Bay, Ca (10:00 AM - May 22, 2025)

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Front Of House Pool Spa

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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
Wrought Iron Side of home, Around pool
Safety Fencing Notes
Access was through home, 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

Gates do not all self close and self latch.

Pool Surface Condition: Poor $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
20' by 40' 10-50% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
The surface is slightly abrasive and not as smooth or as new and will allow more organic matter to grow as a result of the slightly abrasive surface
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface of the pool has many blemishes present, including some on the east side of the pool that originally appears to potentially be cracking. But upon closer examination it does not appear to be cracks but scratches. Still in the surfaces current condition I would anticipate the need for re plastering in the near future 1-10 years due to wear / blemishes present.

The cost to replaster a pool and spa this size would run 12-15K+

Tile Condition: Issues Present$18000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Low 150
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic N/A or none No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tiles mortar is wearing.

Inside the spa skimmer we have settling + cracking and splitting indicating a re mortar service is due soon for repair to prevent water loss, as well as older skimmers in the pool that are due to be updated between the plastic and the tile ($2-4k+). Recommend budgeting new skimmers x 3 at the re decking / re surfacing stage ($3500 x 3).

The south east corner of the pool has lifting concrete likely due to the redwood tree roots being present. It will likely require attention which may include removing the concrete area ($1-3k), removing what roots are involved $?, and replacing this concrete area which will include coping (5k+)

Additionally around the pool decking we have lifting concrete / trip hazards throughout. Recommend grinding for temporary repairs ($1-2k) and eventual jacking (leveling service ($2-4k) vs demo ($10-25k+).

On decking coping edges we have settled decomposing concrete that will likely progress into a fall hazard, recommend repairing these areas as well ($2-4k).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $375

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
8.0+ (Very High) .05 (Low) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 50 - 100 (Ideal) 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

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Low Water Level - Could Not Be Fully Tested $764

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Low Water Level - Could Not Be Fully Tested 2
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
2 N/A 1 2
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
No / 3x Could Not Determine / Recommend VGBA Compliant Cover ($264)
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

Recommend updates to the main drain covers x 3 (2 spa, 1 pool) for safety now but recommend updating to VGBA compliant drains themselves, which can be updated most efficiently at the replaster stage ($500+ x 2).

The spa skimmer is an over flow style, older, but functioning.

The pool skimmers x2 are due to have their components updated; weir, float, float o ring to help maintain ideal function ($500). Skimmer were sucking dry at time of inspection which is less than ideal. Recommend filling the pool and re checking function.

Additionally both skimmer are original and it would be very wise to consider updating both skimmers at time of replaster and or re-decking. Each skimmer replaced should run approx 3-5K each or nearly half this price or less if done at re-stages.

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

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

The unit is due to be updated; swivels, tail, tires, etc = recommend standard service ($205+) otherwise a new unit is approx $650+

Note this is a leafy pool and will greatly benefit from a working cleaner unit and a superior unit would be the 3900 ($800+) with a dual chamber bag.

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: $0

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

Auto fill not present, Manual could not be tested / located.

Note adding an autofill would be most ideal and cost approx $2-5k depending on location. Lower cost likely if done at re plaster stage.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$2000

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

Both of the pool light have condensation present inside the light lens and therefore should be updated for safety (Light can $600-1200) + install $400 x 2.

Spa Light Condition: Damaged$900

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

Water present inside this light lens as well. $500 - 1100 can + install $400.

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Older - Working ? - Due for Service $1275

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S8m150
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Very very high pressure during spa operation 33 psi. And 20 when in pool mode. Recommend service to the elements ($175) to confirm if they are due for repalcment which I feel they may be due ($800+). Also due to age and condition I’d recommend overhaul service to the o ring set ($300) if it hasn’t been done in the past 5-10 years.

However due to the amount of lead debris I would not use this filter vs a TR-140c sand filter ($2400) as a far superior option.

Filter Pump Condition: Older - Working - Poor$50

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Max E Pro 2.0 2.00HP - 2.50HP
Filter Pump Condition
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

High energy consumer. Also running hot / vibration present / and constantly sucking air. It is likely nearing its expiration point soon if issues go un resolved. Likely suction side valve + temp sensor (covered in Valving section) + simple lid o ring service ($50) + filter cleaning will help - TBD

A better option will eventually be the Pentiar i3 variable speed ($2200+ installed).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
50

Booster Pump Condition: Working - Some Vibration$0

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Polaris PB4-60 ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Working at this time. Older, the cost to update this booster when expiration occurs = $500-1250.

Spa Jet Pump Condition: Poor$

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Unlabeled Pump PAC Fab Challenger 1.50HP - 2.00HP
Spa Jet Additional Notes

Working. Very old pump. Likely because it is not used often it has remained as one of the most original pieces of equipment here. Without issue at this time.


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: Good $150

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Sta-Rite 400k Btu
Heater Additional Notes

Working, older than 10 years. Likely older than 15 (Note Heaters such as these typically only last 10-15 years, and since this heater appears to be functioning, without issue (other than an older / peeling display sticker) I would anticipate another 1 - 5 years of additional use.

Heats very well at 7 degrees in 10 minutes.

Fired right up without issue. Recommend minor updates ; un shielded bonding wire ($100) and painting the gas line ($50).

Also recommend a no cost gas line test + gas meter test.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Older - Working - Due for Updates$600

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

Very old. But working. Belongs in a museum as it’s still functioning in what appears to be fair / near new (indoor) condition.

A replacement panel to bring it up to phone app connectivity is $750-3500+

Other Special Attention Matters: The main breaker panel appears to be undersized for 100 amps to this panel with 180 amps in breakers on sub. Recommend attention via electrician to confirm wire size is appropriate to support this ($300). Also at that time recommend upgrading the pump to a variable speed ready breaker ($150) and possibly a few others ie GFI by Pool ($150+).

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)$6300

Overall Details

The equipment pads, plumbing is all original and will likely need some attention soon specifically to the three-way valves that are the older lube style - these valves need to be cut out and replaced ASAP as they are sucking air and causing additional issues to pieces of equipment as a result ($400 x 4).

Additionally, Older check valves appeared to still be installed that need to be replaced ($400 x 1). It would be wise to also consider adding two additional check valves, one on each pump suction side ($400 x2). Additionally, the equipment pad will need to be repainted and re-labeled and using a UV mesh for less than $50 cover the equipment pad ($400)



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
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

This valve is actively leaking air. Recommend cutting it out and also replacing the connection on the section side for the temp sensor to the return side where it belongs.

Condition
Poor
Notes

I am hearing cavitation inside the heater connection, therefore a heater bypass would be a wise choice ($1k) which would include an actuator and would significantly lengthen the expected life of this heater and the next.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

It would be wise to consider updating this eventually to allow the large pipe diameter to be ran as far as possible, and as close to the heater as possible and upgrading this old connection for safety ($800+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

These two actuators are very old and one of them is spinning continuously generally indicating that there’s an issue with this actuator and it will need immediate replacement, and it would be wise to just consider replacing them both as they are both very old ($400 x 2).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Recommend removing this diving board base and board ($500+).


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $30744Est. Totals


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