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2172 Kathleen Dr., Napa, Ca (1:00 PM - January 9, 2026)

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

Safety Fencing Condition: Working Around Pool - $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wrought Iron Around pool
Safety Fencing Notes
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Locked gate - self closing around pool

Pool Surface Condition: Blemishes / Damaged $12000

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
14' by 32' 50-100% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The surface is heavily worn throughout, there are blemishes present and more than 50% of the pool. On the west side and I do see what appeared to be scratches, but they also appear of potentially be cracks. I am leaning more towards scratches.

In the bottom of many places and some sections of the walls, I am seeing some pits present likely over 50 pits.

The steps, especially in the deep end, appear to be nearing delamination stage.

It is hard to determine if some of the wear / pits are down to the gun night, but it is likely the case in some locations potentially 10% or more of the pool. I would expect the deep end steps to need re-plastering in the next 12 months and potentially some of the shallow and steps, therefore I would recommend the pool to be replastered in the next 1-96 months likely ($8-12k+).

Tile Condition: Recommend Attention Soon$1500

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
N/A Low 95
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone N/A or none
Mastic Repair
500
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline rock has some calcium build up present on the tile edge, there is also some calcium present on the waterfall, all can be removed professionally for approx $650+

The tile to rock conversions on both sides and some possibly in the skimmer throat will need some new mortar as well soon ($500-1k+).

There is one tripping hazard on the southwest section of the pool decking, likely a less than $500 repair to resolve.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $200

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
6.8 - 7.2 (Ideal) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 2 - 5 (Ideal) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 20 - 45 (Low) 100 - 250 (Low)
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 Yes - More than 50% of Pool is new Water
Additional Water Quality Notes

New water / cal hardness / cya is close to tap levels.

Recommend balance of CYA / alk / ph and removal of algae / ($200)

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Updates $400

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 2 N/A
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
300
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

Both main drain covers are due to be updated ($150 x2).

Further detail is in the tile section, but the skimmer throat has epoxy / leak repair present - recommend attention

The skimmer also is due to have a weighted basket, new float o ring updated ($100).

Bottom Cleaner Condition: $0

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes
Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: Good ($10)$20

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

The float is sticky, and likely should be updated ($20+).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$1000

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

The light can has water present inside the light lens, recommend replacement incandescent can ($600) + $400 =$1,000.00

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

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Filter Condition: Due for Service - Functional $750

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Jandy Cl-580?
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

The filter is an older Jandy CL580 and is estimated to be over 20 years old. It is heavily sun-beaten and in a banned category, even though it was previously updated. The housing shows significant deterioration, with ongoing rusting and material breakdown. The pressure gauge is not functioning and would cost approximately $50 to replace.

At this time, the filter is not leaking and remains operational, but its overall condition is poor and nearing a damaged state. I would not recommend spending money on new filter elements or service, which would likely cost around $750. Instead, I recommend replacing the entire unit with a new filter, such as the Aquastar Pipeline 35000 ($750+)

Filter Pump Condition: Poor / Damaged$0

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Jandy Stealth SHPF 2.0 2.00HP - 2.50HP
Filter Pump Condition
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The filter pump is a Jandy Stealth SHPF 2.0 with an updated motor rated at 1.65 total horsepower in working condition. The motor appears newer than the pump itself, but it sounds very poor during operation. At a minimum, the motor is grinding and would need to be replaced. Replacement cost would be approximately $500 to $700 installed for a single-speed motor, or up to $1,200 installed for a variable-speed motor.

Given the condition of the existing pump, I do not recommend investing additional money into it. A full pump replacement is the better option. A suitable replacement would be a SuperFlo VS 1.5 HP variable-speed pump, which can be purchased online for around $1,200, with typical installation costs of about $450.

The current motor housing is visibly deteriorating, with rust and material breakdown present throughout, including at the interface where the motor meets the pump. While it is not leaking at this time, a leak is likely in the near future. Bearing noise is currently moderate, roughly a two out of four, but still indicates ongoing mechanical failure.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs

Booster Pump Condition: Damaged / Non Working$1200

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Polaris Older
Booster Pump Additional Notes

The booster pump is in damaged, non-working condition and will need to be replaced. An updated replacement option would be a Pentair Hydro Boost, which costs around $600. This would include new hoses, or ideally the system could be upgraded to hard plumbing for an additional $200. Installation costs are typically around $400.

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$600

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
600
Board & Timer Additional Notes

Recommend breaker updates to GFCI ($300+) + electrician ($300+).

Auxiliary Timer Condition: $

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1000

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

Non working / likely dead cell ($1000) - cannot be fully tested until water temp is 62+

Valves & Fittings Condition: Poor - Recommend Updates$1000

Overall Details

Non leaking. Working plumbing.

Updates recommended soon =
The plumbing is a mix of newer and older components. I recommend removing the hard 90-degree fittings and replacing all of the old valves. There are two older check valves and two older ball valves that should be removed. Updating the plumbing with new components, potentially including new unions, would be estimated at approximately $700 to $1,000. Which will include re painting and labeling + covering from uv using a UV mesh



Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Likely a rebar blemish on the north west wall, if of issue expect a cost of approx ($500+ to repair at time of re plaster).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Older non GFCI light switch ?

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Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $19670Est. Totals


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