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5850 Our Way, Citrus Heights, Ca (12:00 PM - July 31, 2026)

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

Safety Fencing Condition: Working - Rec Mod $125

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Wooden Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
The access gate does not swing away from the pool, 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: Worn / Nearing Expiration $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Fiberglass
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
16' by 38' 10-50% 15+ Years
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The pool surface is fiberglass. Overall, the pool is fairly color blemish-free and smooth.
But I am seeing some heavy wear down to the fiberglass in several locations, especially on the steps. It is likely that the surface is between 15 to 30 years old. It might be closer to 20 to 25 years old, and if that’s the case it is nearing its expiration in the next one to 10 years or less. Heavier wear markings are found in the north corner where the tile meets the surface, and overall it is showing its age even though again it’s in relatively good shape overall for its age. If this surface is original, which in my opinion would be very impressive, it means it’s likely over 25 years old, and if that’s the case, it might be less than five years before resurfacing is maybe due.
The cost to re-fiberglass a pool such as this when that time comes is likely between 12 and 15,000 and up, or the typical replaster may cost between 10-12k as an alternative.

Tile Condition: Issues Present - Worn skimmers$1000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 110 Linear Feet Ideal 105
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic N/A or none 1000
Mastic Repair
None
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

The waterline tile all appears to be original and in good condition overall.

The only areas of concern are inside the skimmer throat on the south east skimmer, and some minor modifications needed on the skimmer at the tile likely to be performed at the next resurfacing phase for less than $1000 total.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $350

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) 50 - 100 (Ideal) 45 - 70 (Ideal) 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
Additional Water Quality Notes

Calcium hardness levels are low and should be raised slightly less than $100 needed there.

The chlorine level is high, even though we have algae present, recommend service / treatments to help eliminate organics (less than $350 in chemical and service).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Safety Updates $725

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


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

Main drain cover is due to be updated ($200) and at time of next rePlaster update the main drain itself = $1k+

The skimmer has some unusual markings on the throat near the basket on both in the same spot … recommend minor attn to confirm cause / if of issue ($25 or less).

On skimmer two, recommend a new skimmer lid, float O-ring, and likely a new float for good measure, along with the weighted basket.
On skimmer one, also recommend a new float ring, weighted basket, and lid.
Total parts installed: less than $500.

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Good $25

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Polaris 280/380
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Working without issue. Recommend minor adjustments to wall adapter ($25 or less) to allow lower flow to unit (at 95% power).

Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: $0

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

Likely auto fill was removed ? Screws sealed lid. Seller told me there is no auto fill in here.

Pool Light Condition: Great$0

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

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

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Filter Condition: Older - Sun Worn - Due for Service $700

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Jandy Cl 460
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Elements are due for quarterly service ($150 or less).

The elements inside may be due for replacement ($300-500+) - can be confirmed once opened and serviced.

Also recommend pressure gauge ($50) due to age and condition.

Filter Pump Condition: Older - Working - In Fair Overall Shape$0

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite IntelliPro 20-25yrs old 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 visible issues seen. Just one audible one, small high pitched sound during start up. Otherwise ideal.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs

Booster Pump Condition: Recommend Minor Updates$200

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Pb4-60 ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Working. Fairly Smooth 2/4. Sun damage but overall ideal for its age. Booster hoses should be updated soon - soft - $200 or less or more ideal hard plumbing ($500 or less).

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$1000

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
1000
Board & Timer Additional Notes

This panel itself is likely original older than 30 years, and is showing its age.

It may be due to update the internals on this panel for less than $400 plus breakers to variable speed GFCI supported breakers for less than 300 + an electricians labor rate of $300

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$300

Overall Details


Condition
Poor
Notes

Recommend re painting and re labeling the pad, to protect from UV + a UV mesh ($300 or less).

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

Junction box may not be over 12” above waterline for safety. Electrician can modify if that’s the case.

Condition
N/A
Notes

Older heater connection.

Condition
Notes

Unsure the use for this pipe ?

Condition
Poor
Notes

Wear seen in corners of surface.


Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $4425Est. Totals


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