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3580 Ridgewood Dr., Loomis, Ca (10:00 AM - October 30, 2025)

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Equipment #1 Equipment #2 Equipment #3 Equipment #4 Equipment #5

Safety Fencing Condition: Working - Stops Missing $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Cover
Safety Fencing Notes
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

When opening or closing the cover it does not have kill stops added to allow the cover to not be over closed or over opened thus breaking the pulley mechanisms. Recommend service which will include adding these stops.

Pool Surface Condition: Ideal - Minor Wear Seen $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
20' by 38' 0-10% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

Appears to be blemish free with some wear seen in steps and some hardly noticed shallow end.

Tile Condition: Overall Ideal$650

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet Low 105
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic Heavy Build Up ($650) No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile is all in ideal condition, I do not see any gaps present. I do see calcium buildup present are nearly all of the tile approximately 25 to 50%. A calcium cleaning, may run $650 or more.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $200

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) 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

The water quality shows me high ph and alk and zero chlorine and lower cya - recommend adjustments if desiring ($200+) (not required cya if using covered most often) and this makes for the perfect opportunity for a cya (chemical) free pool.

The water quality is indicating there may be new water present. Recommend re testing in 1-30 days to confirm if water loss is in fact present vs evaporation.

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Working - Recommend Minor Updates $900

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Working - Recommend Minor Updates 1
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 2 N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
200
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

It appears the two side skimmer (equalizer) covers are new / updated but the main drain cover is likely due for updating ($200+). If side need to be as well ($100 x 2).

The skimmers x 2 have a need for new float , o ring , and weighted baskets ($500) to being this back to ideal serviceable condition. I also suspect that a new weir door may be needed soon ($200)

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Damaged, unit is in distressed shape and will need more than $250 in repair items currently, consider replacement options ($405-655+). $1050

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Recommend Robot In Floor - No Secondary Return to Pool
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Bottom cleaner is not present , there is a fair amount of leaves present, recommend a robot cleaner due to “self cleaning status” = pop up jets are also likely due to be updated ($50 each X approx 12) + service to self cleaning mechanism ($750+ - 1250+) vs a robot bottom cleaner instead ($450-1250 without potential less than perfect result).

Also the in floor canister is due for service / not closing latching ($400+)

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs
400

Auto-Fill Condition: Poor ($125)$250

Autofill #1 Autofill #2
Pool Auto-Fill Spa Auto-Fill Auto-Fill Style Fill Speed
No No Manual Slow
Auto-Fill Additional Notes

Hose only seen. An automated fill can run from $100+ for a simple over the edge vs a $800+ wireless version.

Pool Light Condition: Working Without Issue$2900

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

Both working condition but I do see what I feel is condensation present inside the light lens, if so, the cost of these architectural LED Pentiar Lights is approx $1200 each x 2 + install $500+

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Older - Sun Exposed - Not Leaking $950

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Sta-Rite S8M150
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

18 psi at 2800 rpm. Overdue for service ($150+) to clean the elements and check for repalcement element need ($700+) if due which may be likely due to waters currently condition and high psi.

Filter Pump Condition: Working - Newer - Pump Motor Display Cover$50

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

Working Without Issue. It’s display cover is off may require some attention via special tape or effort ($50+) to solve.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
50

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: Damaged (Needs Attention) $950

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Jandy JXI260N
Heater Additional Notes

The heater is not working at this time , states air flue temp sensor error. Recommend attention to resolve via service to confirm issue ($450+). Currently has a leaking bypass ($400+) and a corroded heater burner protective cover.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Working without Issue.$200

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
200
Board & Timer Additional Notes

Working panel, without issue except = (the plastic overlay display sticker cover) has warped , can likely be corrected with some technical effort ($200+). If not they sell them online for $200+ likely not needed anytime soon.

The breakers are GFCI to variable equipment. The plug breaker is GFCI compliant.

Auxiliary Timer Condition: $

Auxiliary Timer #1 Auxiliary Timer #2
Auxiliary Timer Additional Notes

Salt Control Systems Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$950

Salt Control #1 Salt Control #2
Salt System Power Detect Salt Flow Detect Salt Presence Low Salt
Yes Yes Yes No
Salt Control System Additional Notes

Displays working status but no chlorine present, with a water temp above 55-65.

Likely the cell is bad ($950+) and will need to be updated.

A better option in my opinion is an erosion chlorine feeder like the “CMP Power Clean Chlorinator Tower” @ $150

Or

Uv and or Ozone. A unit with both is CMP / Del Aop 25 ($1500+ install).

I would chose both over salt.

Valves & Fittings Condition: Fair - Working Condition$2200

Overall Details

All Valving is older and chlorine / salt abused and also of low quality Valving vs higher quality. It would be wise to consider updating by replacing sections ($500+) / or updating all new fresh plumbing ($1k+) all together in most spots especially if considering removing the salt. You can then also add a plumbing heater bypass ($500+) to prolong heater life.

Recommend covering from UV asap ideally with a shed type structure that allows a full body to walk easily around the filter and equipment.

Also I see the chlorinator unions are split and due to be updated now ($200+).



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

Older plumbing. Shows signs of previous issues. Colored handles are low quality and should be cut out before they begin to leak and cause 1/4 of the pool to drain before anyone notices.

Condition
Poor
Notes

Two sets of valves due for service ($300 x 2).

Condition
Poor
Notes

Close up of the heater vent

Condition
Notes

This is where the water bypass can go.

Condition
Good
Notes

Working without issue.


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $11250Est. Totals


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