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2864 Aberdeen Ln., El dorado Hills, Ca (9:00 AM - June 12, 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: Damaged (Needs Attention) $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wooden Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
The fencing needs minor repair to self close and self latch
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
' by ' 0-10% 1-12 Months
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

Tile Condition: Issues Present$4900

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet Ideal 105
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone Light Build Up ($450) No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
2000
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile in the pool is in good condition. Overall, there is a small light layer of calcium buildup present that can be removed for $450.

Also, the tile mortar may be wearing as I am seeing organic matter building up in some sections of the tile, re grouting may be due soon ($1k+)

Inside the skimmer the throat is due for mortar replacment as there is missing mortar / gaps present between the skimmer and tile connection. Recommend attention soon ($500-1k+).

And the rock water fall has water leakage and rocks around the pools edge are going to be due for attention soon ($2k+)

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) 20 - 50 (Low) 100 - 140 (High) 400 - 650 (Slightly High)
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, Light Algae was found In Shade or Corners of 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 Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality is fair overall, there is organic matter present in between the tiles, which is common when we see overflow of organic water from planter beds going into the pool as I saw for 10 minutes with the palm tree.

Recommend treatments to fully remove organics, also the water may be older with considerable tds - may be wise to consider a refresh and drain depending on tds levels.

Drian and re fill re chem is $750

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Organic treatments at $375+

Water loss on equipment pad.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Safety Updates $1000

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Recommend Safety Updates 1
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 4 or more N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
500
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

There are five main drain covers in the pool and one of those is technically an equalizer line. All five should be updated for safety at approx $100 each installed.

Recommend attention to the skimmer as it has been heavily chlorinated, recommend updating the float , o ring , weir soon , basket and lid ($500).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Great $0

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 360
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Near new.

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

The auto fill float is in working condition, there is for an unknown reason a lot of blue glue that was spread on the inside of the canister, possibly in an attempt to waterproof it. I’m not sure still I’d recommend further inspection into this issue just to be twice as sure. Also, the manual fill line is leaking from its top gasket. This may be a simple fix or may require a rebuild / replace of the cost of 125 to 250.

Pool Light Condition: Great$0

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

The pool light is in working condition without issue at this time. Do note that on the top of the light lens there is organic matter presence, indicating organic matter is growing in the pool.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Recommend Service - Fair Condition $700

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Jandy Cl460
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 is an older version (DCL 460) and currently in fair condition, largely due to its limited UV exposure. The tension band appears original or aged, and although it is fully tightened, this suggests the band is approaching the end of its service life. Estimated remaining usability is 1–5 years. Replacement of the band alone would cost approximately $300.

The filter is operating at a high pressure of approximately 22 PSI during circulation, which is often a sign that the internal elements are clogged or nearing the end of their usable life. Based on age and pressure, replacement of the filter elements is likely warranted. Expected cost for new elements is around $500.

A standard filter service is recommended at this time, which includes cleaning or replacement of the tank O-ring (approx. $50) and a thorough cleaning of the internals. Total service cost is approximately $150. Additionally, the pressure gauge appears to be aged and may not be reading accurately — replacement is recommended at a cost of around $50.

Filter Pump Condition: Older - Damage Present - Working$1400

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

The IntelliFlo filter pump is currently operational; however, the motor shows significant corrosion and deterioration, likely due to prolonged heat exposure in its second-story solar equipment environment. The motor is dated 2017, while the drive appears to be from 2005, suggesting the overall unit may be close to 20 years old.

Although the pump is still functioning, the motor condition is a concern. Given the age and the fact that this model is now obsolete, a back-end motor replacement may eventually be required. The estimated cost for a back-end motor replacement is approximately $1,400 installed. A full pump replacement would also fall in the range of $1,400 to $2,800 depending on the selected model.

Recommendation: Plan for replacement in the near future to prevent unexpected downtime. Consider upgrading to a modern variable-speed model for improved efficiency and compliance with current energy standards.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
1400

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: $

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)$125

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Jandy HhpPlus 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

This pump is in working condition however it is leaking from its return union. Normally, I may classify this as simple union repair or even a O-ring repair, but it appears that it may be more than that due to the amount of water coming out of it. Recommend service to confirm and hopefully resolve at $125 but if it is leaking from a cracked plastic housing because of this Pump being so old and exposed to higher levels of chlorine over its lifetime, likely from a salt cell situation previously, it may require a new wet end at $500-800+

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: Recommend Safety Updates$900

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
900
Board & Timer Additional Notes

This is an excellent working condition Pentair easy touch timer. This can be easily upgraded for less than $800 to a phone connectivity kit. The breakers are all newer, but could be updated to GFCI for 2025 level of safety ($300 breakers + install $300).

Also note adding a water bond would be most ideal for safety ($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: Fair - Working Condition$1100

Overall Details

The evolving installed is all in working condition. It may be wise to consider servicing the three-way valve O-rings and painting, and re-labeling the equipment pad. Also clearing the landscape debris that is around the pool pump, especially on its rear where it sucks in most of its air ($100).



Condition
Poor
Notes

The peers, the solar people installed low quality parts instead of adding a serviceable check valve they added a non-serviceable style, recommend updating this along with a filter union as there’s no more meat left on the fitting - $400. Just like the serviceable check valve they installed on the other side.

Otherwise recommend repainting and re-labeling to protect from UV ($100).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Someone kicked over a landscape lighting power center. Recommend attn. It’s also in a terrible location one that would easily get broken such as this. Recommend repair and movement to closer to the boarding timer ($300+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Dripping valves recommend replacement ($200).

Condition
Notes
Condition
Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $10750Est. Totals


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