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21055 Forest Lake Pl, Colfax, Ca (2:00 PM - July 2, 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 Around pool
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

The fencing is very nice, but it does not need safety standards, especially because of the self closing self latching status, it just needs a minor adjustment to accomplish this.

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged - Issues Present $12000

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Gunite + Pebble Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
22' by 24' 0-10% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
The surface appears to no longer be water tight at this time
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The pool surface is a gunite proprietary mix by Natural Design Pools, claimed to be waterproof but likely nearing the end of its 10-15 year lifespan, as the pool appears over 15 years old. Missing gunite sections are noted, especially in the shallow and step areas, indicating a need for resurfacing or re-waterproofing. Resurfacing by Natural Design Pools may cost $8,000-$12,000, but using an alternate plaster company could be cheaper, around $8,000-$10,000, and allow smoothing of rough bottom edges to improve bottom cleaner efficiency and longevity.

Tile Condition: N/A$0

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
N/A N/A
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
N/A or none
Mastic Repair
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

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) 20 + (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 20 + (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 20 - 50 (Low) 70 - 100 (Slightly 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?
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 pool water shows algae in corners despite high chlorine levels, indicating established algae requiring one or two full-spectrum treatments, costing up to $375. The sand filter keeps additional treatments from significantly increasing costs, highlighting its efficiency and value.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Safety Updates $1300

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
800
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The pool has three main drains, with one cover plugged and sealed with putty, likely a temporary waterproofing fix. A proper repair, requiring pool level lowering and mortar application, is recommended during replastering, costing $500. All main drain covers need updating at $100 each, totaling $300 for three. Total cost for this section is $800.

The pool has one skimmer, fully equipped with all parts. The parts all do look to be heavily chlorine damaged, and it may be wise to consider updating the float, the floating some skimmer parts inside and a weighted basket ($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
Pentair Legend - Pressure
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The bottom cleaner is partially functional but aging, with an estimated one to two years of remaining life. It needs parts like a new tail, tires, and possibly a hose, costing around $300. However, replacing it with a new return-style bottom cleaner, better suited for this pool than the current pressure-style model, is recommended for optimal cleaning. A new unit costs approximately $650. Total cost for this section is $300 for repairs or $650 for a new unit.

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 is housed in a canister with blemish markings, raising concerns about potential water loss. The auto fill runs continuously, suggesting a need for service, including updating the float and inspecting the canister for leaks. This service typically costs $125-$250. Total cost for this section is $125-$250.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1250

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

The pool light could not be turned on, possibly due to water inside the lens. If confirmed, a replacement Pentair white LED light costs $900, with $350 for labor to install in a 10-inch light can. Total cost for this section is $1,250.

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

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Filter Condition: Likely Due for Service $650

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Pentair Tr-60 / 63 gpm max
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Even though this filter is in relatively good condition. It does have a faulty pressure gauge, and I would be willing to bet that the sand inside is due for updating as the filter is older than 12 years especially if the sand hasn’t been replaced in the past seven years. A sand swap service likely runs around $600 and that should include the sand. Also a pressure gauge is $50.

Filter Pump Condition: Good$0

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair IntelliPro 2019 Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The filter pump is working without issue. Note though that the pump basket has browning likely from high chlorine usage, versus iron in the soil as the iron would be covering all aspects of the basket. Still without issue at this time.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
None

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: $

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: Recommend Updates$1050

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
1050
Board & Timer Additional Notes

There is no board and timer instead of the filter pump is simply being powered via a breaker, the breakers are older GFI and should be updated to GFCI for updated safety standard ($300) + install ($350). It may also be wise to consider adding a water bond for one more layer of additional safety ($400).

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)$1750

Overall Details

All of the valving installed is very hard to turn and is due to be serviced, but likely replaced due to the overwhelming level of chlorine that is present / or was present at one time. Also recommend painting re-labeling and covering from UV ($300).



Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

These valves control the flow to different sections of the waterfall, they are very hard to turn and likely are due to be serviced ($150) x 2 and or updated or replaced = ($300) x 2.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

This appears to be another port that can easily be tied into the system, which may be most ideal ($500) for hydraulic efficiency.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

This connection can and should be immediately updated ($500). This is the least desirable connection possible. This will include updating the waste line + T that is currently leaking as well.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Not all of the water is being filtered, especially the water that goes to the waterfall, the idea behind this was the filter is only capable of receiving 63 gallons per minute while this pump is capable of pumping up to 160 gallons per minute. While this is acceptable, it would be most desirable to filter all the water, but with the current equipment that is not possible, and therefore this valve is technically needed. Still it is also due to be serviced ($150) or replaced ($400).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Recommend service ($150) or replacement ($300+).


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $19400Est. Totals


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