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7236 Candlestick Way, Sacramento, Ca (3:00 PM - May 23, 2025)

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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
Wooden, 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: Poor $12000

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
15' by 30' 10-50% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
The pool surface has heavy wear, pitting, and or missing surface areas, The surface appears to no longer be water tight at this time
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The pool surface appears to be over 30 years old based on the level of pitting observed, particularly along the step edges. Pitting typically starts to occur after 15 to 25 years depending on maintenance. While some areas remain smooth, other sections are heavily worn. This uneven wear and presence of pitting indicate that the plaster has likely exceeded its expected lifespan.

When pitting is present, the surface may begin to lose water, as plaster is the only waterproof layer. Given the current condition, resurfacing is recommended soon to prevent further deterioration and potential water loss.

Estimated Cost for Resurfacing: $10,000 – $12,000

Tile Condition: Recommend Attention$900

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet Ideal 90
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic 900 No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile all appears to be original without any major issue or loose or missing tiles present, Still issues are difficult to be seen thanks to the thick layer of calcium buildup that is present on the top portion of the tiles, I would estimate approximately $900 to remove this calcium.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $500

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
8.0+ (Very High) 0 (Very Low) 0 (Very Low) 20 - 50 (Low) 140+ (Extremely 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?
Filter Cleaning and Filter Treatment 1 - 10 days after treatments would help reduce and eliminate algae and organic debris ($125), 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

The water is in poor condition, with algae visible throughout the pool. This indicates a breakdown in water balance and sanitization. In addition to standard shock treatment, multiple rounds of phosphate and enzyme treatments will be necessary. These should be paired with repeated filter cleanings to restore clarity and prevent reoccurrence.

There are also signs of water loss. Chemistry suggests dilution, and the autofill is running constantly at a high rate, which supports the likelihood of an active leak or loss through surface degradation.

Estimated Cost for Water Quality Restoration and Diagnosis: $500+

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $952

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Recommend Updates 1
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 2 N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
No / 4x Could Not Determine / Recommend VGBA Compliant Cover ($88)
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The main drain x 2 (1 equalizer) in the pool is due to have its cover updated, For safety due to age and condition ($88+).

It does appear that there are two Inflow return covers that are likely due to the updated as well ($88x2).

It does appear that the skimmer May be due for replacement due to potential cracks seen ($1500-3500). Recommend checking for leaks using dye ($100) To confirm. In the meantime, recommend updating the basket float, weir door and skimmer lid ($500).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Damaged, unit is in distressed shape and will need more than $250 in repair items currently, consider replacement options ($405-655+). $650

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

The bottom cleaner unit is very old and likely due to just simply be updated ($650) versus repaired ($100-300+) due to its age and condition.

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 Float Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

The auto fill is running consistently. I would recommend checking the auto fill float for any issues which it does not appear to have any and then confirm if water loss is present instead.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$900

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

The pool light appears to have water present inside the light lens therefore recommend updating the can for replacement ($500-1200) + install $400

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Fair / Poor $600

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Hayward C4025
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Surprisingly, I do not see any leaks presents, even though the filter is far from new condition, I’d be willing to bat based on the quality of the water, but the pressure gauge is bad which is not reading a pressure ($50) and the elements are likely due for replacement ($400+) Recommend service to confirm ($150).

Filter Pump Condition: Damaged$1200

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

This variable speed pump is in partial working condition, As the display on the butt of the motor is nearly completely sun destroyed. This is an obsolete part, so it cannot be updated at this time, but it would be wise to at least cover this motor screen before it completely destroys the pump. At the very least, the pump can be controlled via the main panel, But only partially. I would budget of four eventual replacement of this pump to be between 1200 up to 2800 installed, The range would be finding a drive for this pump, which would include a display, Updating to a new pump Altogether.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
1200

Booster Pump Condition: Older - Fair$0

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Polaris Pb4-60 ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Booster pump is functioning with no leaks presents.

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: Updated - Recommend Safety Updates$600

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

The breakers are new however they are not GFCI / variable speed ready - Recommend updating for safety ($300)

Also recommend updating with a water bond ($300) For an additional layer of safety.

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: Poor - Recommend Updates$1500

Overall Details

The equipment pad is free of any leaks, Still, I would recommend some minor attention by doing valve service ($500) Repainting and relabeling equipment pad as well as covering from UV with a $50 UV mesh ($300). Also consider Updating the solar actuator / Solar valving as well as a check valve ($700) when ready to restart the solar. It does not appear that the solar has been used for some time / turned off / was not tested.



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 suction side 3 way.

Condition
Poor
Notes

Older solar check

Condition
Poor
Notes

Solar actuator valve.

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Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $20177Est. Totals


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