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4356 Barnett Ranch Rd., Shingle Springs, Ca (12:00 PM - October 27, 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: Working $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wrought Iron Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
The safety fencing is in good working conditon
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Self closing self latching.

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $20000

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
20' by 40' 10-50% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The pool surface is older and has many issues present. There are two would appear to be potential rust stain repairs ? Performed in the main pool. There is also mini sections of delaminating plaster on the benches and on the walls and some of the bottoms. These same issues are also present in the spa, and minimal issues in the lowest basin.

It is likely that this pool is now due for re plastering (due to the quantity and severity of open pits on surface throughout) due to these issues. A cost to replaster this pool will likely run 14-18k depending on options AND repairs (ie rebar etc) may run 1-2 k+ depending on depth of issues.

Tile Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$9999

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
More than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 210
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic Other Other
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The Tile to me is likely the main issue;

1. The vanishing edge spill over has multiple issues present / loose / non water tight tiles. There are some sections that have been replaced likely in the past 10 years and they appear to need to be redone again.

2. The spill over corners, where Tile meets rock also show signs of water loss specifically the south side I do see active water loss migrating through the wall.

3. There is a fiber optic cable border that is present in the pool that likely will just be removed eventually at time of next remodel work.

4. The Spa spill over / spa border / rock may have water loss as well, and may require attention / re water proofing as well.

5. The skimmer throat / north skimmer area may require some new mortar attention soon due to gaps forming.

It is difficult to estimate a correct value until opening up the affected areas but a general estimate will be 10-20k+ and marked 9999 on the tile repairs cost.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $500

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.2 - 7.6 (Slightly High) 10 - 20 (High) 10 - 20 (High) 0 - 20 (Very 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 No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

Weekly service was on site when I arrived.

The water quality is indicating that there is likely active water loss currently, which I do see myself at the spillover / tiles / and seen on the soil near the north skimmer outside soil area.

Additionally, there is water bugs swimming in the pool throughout, there also appears to be black algae present in multiple locations throughout, and there is no CYA, anticipate ideally multiple treatments to remove organic matter and re balance chemistry ($500+) which is not including filter cleaning services.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Working Condition $1600

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Working Condition 1
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 4 or more 2
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
1100
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

There are 11 main drain covers due to be updated, due to age and condition. At approx. $100 each installed. Note low profile covers / channel drain covers should be used at re plaster stage especially in the spa.

There is one skimmer present, in the main pool, this skimmer is due to have its parts updated = float, float o ring, weighted basket, weir door, 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
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Ready for a pressure side bottom cleaner.

There is a robot vacuum present.

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 Electric Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

I do believe this is an automatic filler pool with a sensor likely present in the lowest basin, and is currently in fair working condition - not confirmed but indicator lights (very dim) do show operation when tested.

Also the fill valve here on the pad is leaking and will need repair to resolve. Additionally the pressure is very high and should be reduced if possible with a down converter as well as when this valve is shut off and on it produces a cavitation that will eventually cause damage (or may have caused this current damage of a leaking valve).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$3600

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

There are two lights in the main pool, one in the lowest basin, all appear to have condensation present inside the light lenses, therefore failure will occur soon.

I'd recommend to either disconnect power or replace for safety = expect a cost of approx $750 each light for a Pentair LED White Light + approx $450 each light to be installed = $1200 x 3

Spa Light Condition: $1200

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

There is one light in the spa which appears to also have condensation present inside the light lenses, therefore failure will occur soon.

I'd recommend to either disconnect power or replace for safety = expect a cost of approx $750 each light for a Pentair LED White Light + approx $450 each light to be installed = $1200 x 1

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Older - Poor / Damaged Condition - Due for Service $1400

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Pentair, Hayward
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Both filters are in poor / damaged condition. High pressure, poor water quality (bugs and black algae) will likely require both to have new elements ($500x2) after treatments, also not both filters have what appear to be saturation cracks on the tops indicating the filters have been over pressurized (ran dirty) for extended periods of time (decades). Both filters will also likely require service + o ring set soon ($200 x 2). But I would encourage a possible consideration of removing both filters and condensing to one larger filter ($3k+) (depending on flow calcs).

Filter Pump Condition: Pool (Near New) Lower Basin (Older)$350

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 no longer connected or secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

Both pumps are due to have their bonding wires attached for safety ($100).

The older lower basin pump has a small leak on the drain plug ($50) due to be repaired.

The newer pump has no issues except some unusual operation = when manually turning on the pump it will not hold its program (likely due to cross conflicting automation). Also whomever installed the pump installed it in such a way to limit access to display panel, which is less than ideal. To correct expect a cost of $200+ to re plumb this to allow proper operation.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
350

Booster Pump Condition: Damaged$1500

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair Boost Rite
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Non working. Recommend replacement ($1500 + installed).

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$

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

A picture of the second filter pump. Added to this section for pictures only.

Auxiliary Pump A Condition: Good$

Auxiliary Pump A #1 Auxiliary Pump A #2
Auxiliary Pump A Brand Auxiliary Pump A Model Horsepower
Jandy 2.0 hp 2.00HP - 2.50HP
Auxiliary Pump A Additional Notes

Over sized, but working. Higher energy consumption than what is needed.

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: Poor $500

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Sta-Rite 400k Btu
Heater Additional Notes

This heater did turn on and operate without issue at this time, it appears this heater is approximately 12 years old, and typically heaters last 15 to 25 years fyi before a replacement is recommended / repairs required.

Currently the top display is only showing a partial read out, which is one sign of potential failure on this display soon ($500+) otherwise all other signs on this heater other than the external wear from sun exposure, show the heater is in relatively fair condition (no rust seen on manifold).

I would hope this heater has another 10 years of life remaining, but I would expect closer to five due to overall condition.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Recommend Safety Updates$1900

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
1900
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The panel appears to be original and it does not have any noticeable issues at this time. I would recommend updating the breakers to GFCI and the plug breaker to GFCI as well for additional levels of safety ($350 parts + $350 electrician labor).

There does not appear to be any wireless control, therefore there must be an indoor controller, which would be required to do any programming on this panel. If it is not present inside, recommend considering a wireless remote ($800+) or better off using the IQ 3.0 for phone connectivity ($1200+).

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$250

Overall Details

All leak free, and pieces updated. What’s next is the actuators to be updated in the next few years $200 x 3 as well as new Valving internals in the next 1-10 ($1k+) Also it needs to be re painted and re labeled ($200) and covered better from UV ($50) using a uv mesh.



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

It does not appear that this light junction box is 12-18 inches above the spa water level for safety recommend to confirm.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Non working fiber tower for the tile border LED strip. The cost to bring this back to working with a new illuminator tower will be substantial ($2k+) and a new fiber cable likely ($2k+).

Condition
Poor
Notes

Poor condition spill overs, the white plastic chunnels vs the copper caps. Likely both will need to be re water proofed at time of re plaster / tile work.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Black alage present.

Condition
Poor
Notes

Poor condition sun protection.


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $43699Est. Totals


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