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8450 Dover Dr., Granite Bay, Ca (12:00 PM - October 8, 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) $125

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wrought Iron 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

Pool Surface Condition: Near New - Potential Issues $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
Pebble Surface
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 30' 0-10% 12-48 Months
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is overall near new and nominal, Relatively uniform color and quality / blemish free. I estimate the surface to be 12-48 months old. No major Blemsihes seen, BUT due to movement seen around the pool / spa decking AND tile splitting / cracking there are likely additional issues with the surface (likely the reason the surface + tile is so new - to mask previously covered issues). Therefore the surface condition is in question in my mind.

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$7500

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 145
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone N/A or none 3500
Mastic Repair
4000
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile appears mostly in like new / good condition but I am seeing very small issues mostly seen around the spa waterline tile and some in the pool = splits in the tile are being seen multiple areas. These are general indicators of sub surface movement and will likely continue to expand and cause issue to hard surfaces / tiles that will eventually lead to water loss and require repair. It is impossible for me to estimate these eventual repairs without opening the effected areas up and confirm the depth of issue present. To only cosmetically, and temporarily correct these issues expect a cost of approx $1-3k + in its current state.

Also note the spa spillover appears to have some issues beginning to develop; loose / missing mortar. Recommend repair to this area in the next 1-5 years or less ($500+).

The raised decking has some areas of issue / larger gaps forming. Mostly seen on the south and south east sides of the pool, these can be further grinded down and filled with mastic to prevent trip hazards ($2-4k+).

I am VERY surprised to not find an auto fill. This could have been easily added at time of replaster / new concrete.

Water Quality Condition: Good $0

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.8 - 7.2 (Ideal) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 5 - 10 (Slightly High) 50 - 100 (Ideal) 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?
No No
Additional Water Quality Notes

Ideal. Without issue.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Updated - Not VGBA compliant $0

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Updated - Not VGBA compliant 2
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
2 N/A 4 or more 2
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
Other
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

There are two main drain covers in the spa, but they are not more than 3 feet apart and therefore not compliant.

The main drains in the pool appears to be compliant, but the wall suction ports are likely for the waterfall Pump are also not compliant.

Note, both skimmers are likely original, the west skimmer has more movement seen at mortar and the the east has a little less but still present. The west skimmer has movement seen on top of the concrete indicating movement.

Both skimmers are due for update to parts =

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
Robot
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Even when plugged in, I wasn’t able to get the bottom cleaner to function via press buttons. A new like unit is approx $750+ still I’d recommend a Polaris 280/380 as a better option.

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: $0

Autofill #1 Autofill #2
Pool Auto-Fill Spa Auto-Fill Auto-Fill Style Fill Speed
Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

Not present.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1700

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

Both The Pool lights present have water / condensation present inside the light lens, therefore recommend updating for safety.

Incandescent light is $450+ install approx $400 each light due to 100 foot length x 2.

Spa Light Condition: Damaged$800

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

It does appear we have approx 10-40% condensation present and therefore recommend a new light can for safety ($450 incandescent + install $350).

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Older - Due for Service $1050

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

The filter is showing signs it is nearing its quarterly filter cleaning service, which will include servicing the air bleed assembly ($150).

At that time, recommend confirming if the elements are due for replacement if so, expect a cost of approximately $800 for oem elements = which are due for a replacement every 2 to 5 years depending on use.

Also recommended a new gauge and likely assembly ($50) and a drain plug assembly ($50).

Filter Pump Condition: Older - Working - Recommend Minor Updates$100

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 pump is in working condition without issue at this time. It is older and therefore may require some minor maintenance, which will include a New Pump lid o ring, basket, drain plug o rings x2 and union o rings ($100).

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
100

Booster Pump Condition: Working - Loud !$1300

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair La01N 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

This booster pump is less than three years old and likely will be covered under a warranty if of issue, but it is possible that when a new bottom cleaner is installed the correct amount of back pressure will allow this pump to work without issue. Still at this time because of the loud noise - I would generally classify this pump as a potential to be replaced at around $500 + install $400, which would include new hoses - which are due to be updated soon.

Still I would recommend hard plumbing ($400) vs soft.

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: Good$500

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Jandy Plus Hp 2.00HP - 2.50HP
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

This pump is working well without issue at this time, it is definitely overpowered for the application, and likely, a bypass easily be added to allow water to be rerouted controllably via a valve ($500+). Running this waterfall in its current state. It is likely going to cause additional issues and potential leaks due to the higher pressure on this large horsepower pump.

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: Damaged (Needs Attention) $1000

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Jandy Rheem 400k BTU / Jandy Je300t
Heater Additional Notes

There are two heaters installed one is a natural gas heater. The other is a heat pump.

The natural gas heater is a Rheem - commonly known as being a commercial grade heater, very long life. This heater appears to be a M406A-en-c model - working without issue at this time. The only issue I see externally is the gas line needs a drip leg per code and for longevity ($500+).

The heat pump does function without issue at this time, but I am seeing water loss present inside the unit at the heat exchanger - which will likely require some repair approx $500+ to resolve.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Recommend Safety Updates$650

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
650
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The board has some unique attachments to it that appeared to have been waterproofed (aux outlet boxes x 2). In the top box, there appears to be some type of timer, added for what I would assume is for the lights, it is currently on when I arrived, and the lights are not turning on, therefore it was not able to be tested fully. The lower box appears to be a GFCI, likely attached to the lights in the Pool & Spa are tripping immediately when we reset.

I would recommend updating the main breakers to GFCI, as well as updating the plug outlets to new GFCI’s when the new lights are installed for additional level of safety have a very low cost. Approx $350 in parts + electricians service call ($300).

Note the lowest outlet box appears to be functional with a GFCI present.

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)$3650

Overall Details

The pool equipment pad is exposed to the sun all day and would be very wise to consider covering from UV after repainting and re-labeling ($300). Also note that there are older low quality ball valves = 6 that won’t be required to be repaired in the next 1 to 10 years or less, along with some of the valving present 3 x 3 way valves (guts) , as well as one check valve.

To repair at a low cost, inspect a fee of less than $800+ to service all of these issues, but my recommendation would be to cut them out and replace them with new, expected cost 2500+.



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

The panel mounting Eunice strand appears to be nearing expiration and will need to be replaced sooner than later to prevent danger or injury ($500+). Also there does appear to be exposed open wiring next to it. That has been cut unknown origin ? Recommend confirming if power exists for safety ($100).

Condition
Notes
Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

PVC split at cleaner connection.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

It does appear that this (light junction box) is potentially above 12” from water line, but should still be opened and exposed for service and should never potentially be saturated with moisture for safety current possibly even wet box with drainage ($750+).

Condition
Notes

A view inside the spa spill over showing water, mitigation moisture.


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $19025Est. Totals


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