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1210 Souza Dr., El Dorado Hills, Ca (2:00 PM - November 25, 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
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 North gate was open, it needed some attention to self close and self latch.

The South Gate was locked.

Pool Surface Condition: Issues Present - Wear Present $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
15' by 40' 10-50% 7-15 Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

Wear Present.

Likely some issues / wear seen on spillover areas;

In lower basin I’m seeing a small crack developing. In the spa tile I see a crack developing into the spas surface. On the north side of the pool / on the coping I see a crack forming towards the pool surface. Likely all of these will need attention soon. This may require attention ie opening up said areas and re enforcing / repairing (cost difficult to determine unless opened up) approx cost is $1-2k each issue in general cost estimates if of issue.

Tile Condition: Issues Present - Recommend Attention $9999

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
More than 150 Linear Feet Low 165
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone Other No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
Other
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The water line tile:

In the spa has some settling cracks / blemishes seen on the east side of the spa x 2.

The spa spillover has some gaps beginning to develop closest to the spa.

Coping:

On the south side of the pool I am seeing some heavy active ? moisture below the skimmer / upper auto fill area.

The south west outside wall has a small active moisture seen both at the top stones and lower at the base where moss is growing out of the area.

On the south west portion of the spillover there is a boulder placed on top of tile. There is active water loss through this area, which may be non consequential but still should be shored up for safety to prevent this boulder from moving / becoming detached.

The south west out cropping of rock around the lower basin auto fill sensor has some movement mortar gaps that may require some attention for safety.

The center stone on the spillway is also showing signs of potential issue.

The north stone and area are showing what I feel is the most likely current leak present (active water loss / moisture seen).

On the lower basin spillover wall I do see settling cracks mostly seen on north side of it but also some mortar wear throughout.

The coping at the water line edge is all showing some signs of age. Some cracks / mortar gaps seen approx every 2-10 feet.

Main Waterfall:

There are signs of active leaks and this waterfall basin will need attention to be water tight.

Overall it’s difficult to give a rough estimate cost to re seal / re mortar the gaps existing until all items are opened up and confirm the extent of wear.

A general estimate construction cost to re mortar / re waterproof mentioned affected areas may run 5-15k+.

With active water loss likely seen now this is a need recommend now vs later.

There is calcium build up mostly seen on water fall face and spillover tiles. This likely can be cleaned for approx $550+

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $355

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.2 - 7.6 (Slightly High) 0 (Very Low) 0 (Very Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 20 - 45 (Low) 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, A phosphate treatment ($85) will help reduce dissolved organics (100-1000ppb) by coagulating organics for 7-10 days allowing collection to occur on the filter. A filter cleaning is required after treatment., An enzyme treatment would reduce dissolved organics additionally through enzyme breakdown and oxidization ($65), Increasing chlorine and adjusting chemicals to proper levels will help reduce or eliminate algae ($205) No Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

Alage present. Seemingly black on walls and cleaner hose. Rec multiple treatments to properly remove ($350x1-3x).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $2700

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Recommend Updates 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 9 large main drains and 5 waterway style. Recommend updating for safety due to age and condition. Approx $150 installed each x 14.

Recommend a new float , float o ring, weighted baskets x 2 and a , weir door on north skimmer ($600 installed).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Fair, minimal parts needed for tune-up ($105) $105

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

Working but very slow moving. Likely filter related. Unit is due to have its tail updates hose cleaned, and likely new swivels added = $105 or less.

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: $0

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

I could not access the main pool fill canister, and therefore could not check that this valve was used for it.

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$4800

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

There are 3x halogen lights, that all appear to be failed / water present. Recommend like replacements = (Pentair LED arch Series Color $1200 + install $400 x 3. There are lower cost alt options.

Spa Light Condition: Damaged$1350

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

Water present. Rec replacement for safety like can = $950 + instal $400.

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Filter Condition: Poor / Rec Service $200

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Hayward C4025
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Slow moving cleaner. Poor water quality. Rec service to the newer elements ($150+) also a new pressure gauge ($50).

I would hope to get another 1-5 years of additional life from this filter.

Filter Pump Condition: Working - Worn Bearings Sound$450

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite IntelliPro 2017 Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

Working. No issues. Some bearing wear sounds. Could be serviced ($450+) to help prolong the life of this $1900+ pump.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
450

Booster Pump Condition: Working - Poor - Issues Present$500

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward Super 2
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Older, working, motor is heavily sun worn. No major issues seen on this pump. Its return Valving is leaking and due for updated ($500+).

Spa Jet Pump Condition: Good$

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Jandy Single / Blower 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Spa Jet Additional Notes

Working. Sounds slightly slowed / bogged down after start up. But a new unit.


Waterfall Pump Condition: Poor$550

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward Super Pump 1.50 Thp 1.50HP - 2.00HP
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

Working. Bearings don’t sound great. Likely due for service asap ($450+) to bearings to help prolong this motors ($750+) life.

Non bonded recommend adding a bond ($100)

Auxiliary Pump A Condition: Great$100

Auxiliary Pump A #1 Auxiliary Pump A #2
Auxiliary Pump A Brand Auxiliary Pump A Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite IntelliPro3 Vsf Variable Speed
Auxiliary Pump A Additional Notes

Without issue. Like new. Recommend minor lid o ring / union service ($50) and covering from uv via a uv mesh ($50) = $100

Auxiliary Pump B Condition: N/A $

Auxiliary B #1 Auxiliary B #2
Auxiliary Pump B Brand Auxiliary Pump B Model Horsepower
Jandy 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Auxiliary Pump B Additional Notes

I was not able to get this to turn on via the main controller.

Heater Condition: Good $300

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Sta-Rite Max E Therm
Heater Additional Notes

It heated 25 degrees in 15 minutes. Working well with those at this time.

The heater is not new but working. Likely another 1-10 more years of additional use.

Recommend a proper drip leg added to the gas line ($300+) per mfg code.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Recommend Safety Updates$650

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

Working. Original panel.

Recommend safety updates for variable speed pumps and high voltage lights = GFCI breakers $300+ electrician $350.

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)$465

Overall Details

The plumbing is all older and faded with broken valve handles / non working valves / old non serviceable check valves. Recommend attention soon with will include likely nearly a full swap out on valves and checks $750-2500+ if including actuators and heater bypasses (A+ standard).

Currently no leaks on plumbing only the Chlorinator that likely should just be replaced due to low cost repalcment part on Amazon ($65). Also re painting and re labeling the pad ($300). And covering from uv using a uv mesh ($50).



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
Condition
Good
Notes
Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Because the levelor auto fill system may not be activated / working correctly this is causing excess water loss due to wrong level. Recommend attention / service to confirm issue.

Condition
Poor
Notes

When the spa is running with the blower there is significant amount of spillover / run off.

Condition
Notes

Recommend service to confirm why auto leveler is not functioning ($50+).


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $22649Est. Totals


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