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5340 Fawn Crossing Way, Antelope, Ca (10:00 AM - July 23, 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) $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wooden Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
The access gate does not swing away from the pool, 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: Fair - Blemishes Present $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
15K - 20K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
12' by 28' 50-100% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface has blemishes present throughout, and mottling making a difficult to identify additional issues, but I do not see any apparent obvious issues at this time. I would estimate the surface is between 15 to 25 years old. There is where between the tiles indicating it is closer to 25 years. Plaster surface, typically last up to 30 years or possibly more if we maintained, typically when water loss is observed replastering as then required.

Tile Condition: Calcium Build Up Present - No Missing$1650

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, Natural / Stone Heavy Build Up ($650) No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
1000
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

There is heavy, calcium buildup, that can be removed for about $650.

Do you water waterline tile all appears to be in fair condition overall, slightly difficult to see due to the calcium buildup present.

There is a small gap, forming between the tile and the concrete, especially on the east side of the pool that can be filled with mastic if desired ($1k+).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $250

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
8.0+ (Very High) 20 + (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 20 + (Extremely High, Do Not Swim) 20 - 50 (Low) 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, Light Algae was found In Shade or Corners of Pool No
Additional Water Quality Notes

The pH and alkalinity are both very high, the CYA level is also slightly low (30-40), the chlorine is absolutely through the roof high, recommend attention to rebalance these as well as treat for a light algae presence mostly seen on the shaded wall ($250+)

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $450

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 N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
200
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

The skimmer is missing. It’s float and I would recommend also adding a weir door, and a new float o ring ($250).

There are two main drain covers both are due to be updated for safety ($100x2).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Working - Recommend Tail Sponge / Attmnt $50

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 360
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes
Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs
50

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 Pool apparently does have an auto fill mechanism. It is hard to see fully and this was likely designed for an aquarium, but it does appear to be functioning, I’m not exactly sure how we can get serviced …

Still, the supply line that runs to the auto fill is leaking and will need to be fixed ($125-250+).

Pool Light Condition: Working Condition - Recommend Quick Check$0

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

It appears to be a low voltage system, therefor a junction box may not be required, recommend confirming if this is in fact low voltage ($10).

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: $850

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Swim Clear c3020
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

This filter has a pressure gauge that is nearly impossible to read ($50), but it does appear that it is between 20 to 25 psi during operation, indicating the elements insider likely due for replacement ($500+) which will be determined at service ($150) and at service it may require a tank o ring ($150) replacement due to the leaking seen. But in my opinion, I do not feel I would put any money into this filter versus replacing it with a Pentair Ta-100d @ approx $1k.

Filter Pump Condition: Working - Recommend Minor Updates$200

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

This pump is in ideal working condition without issue at this time, the only complaint I have is the conduit that is ran to. It is very tight and will likely snap with any accidental movement. Therefore, I would recommend a new conduit ($200+).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
200

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 Safety Updates$950

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
950
Board & Timer Additional Notes

Recommend updating to GFCI on the variable speed breaker and the pool light outlet if desired for extra safety ($300 parts + electrician install ($350). You can also add a water bond if desired ($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: N/A$1500

Overall Details

The evolving installed is less than ideal. The solar valve is leaking and the section side has a temp sensor that should be moved as well as a water temp sensor that has been spliced to repair these items I would estimate around $500 or less, but it might be wise to cut out all the old bad ABS the old check valve the old valves and update all new at approx $1500+.



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
Notes
Condition
Good
Notes

No water loss seen on the backside of the water waterfall.

Condition
Poor
Notes

Some of the pool return jets can be updated if desired ($100+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Several strands of 120v lights over the pool connected to power likely not using a GFCI rated plug- recommend attention for safety ($200+).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Unbonded ? hand rail missing one of its mounting bolts while the other bolts appear rusted, recommend attention for safety ($200+).


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $6150Est. Totals


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