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2284 Ranch View Dr., Rocklin, Ca (8:00 AM - August 19, 2026)

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Equipment Pad

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
Wooden Side of home
Safety Fencing Notes
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Minor repair needed.

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $4300

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
20K - 25K Gallons Pebble Surface
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
22' by 40' 0-10% 12-48 Months
Pool Surface Notes
Pool Surface Additional Notes

The pebble surface has minimal wear present overall, likely the surface is between 2 to 4 years old. I do see considerable return discoloration, which sometimes is an indicator of over chlorination.

But what is most concerning is I do see at least two maybe a third large rebar issues, and potentially other Barr issues throughout the pool that may only be starting to progress.

The two major blemishes in the shallow end could be repaired at a cost of 1 - 2k each blemish, and if a tile mosaic was put on top of the Repair area you would never know the repair was performed…

But if we do see the additional areas being in fact, rebar related, then it may be likely that the surface will need a complete re-Plaster ($12-15k+ and + additional issues mitigation) to properly address whatever issues (poor construction quality) are present.

Recommend an underwater or like service ($300+) to check additional areas mentioned to confirm if they are rebar related.

Tile Condition: Issues Present$2000

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 135
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic N/A or none No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
1000
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

On almost exact opposite ends of the pool corners, we see concrete deck cracking,

On the north east corner deck cracking it does appear to potentially almost go into the pool Tile, but not substantial yet.

Additionally, the skimmer throats on both skimmers are likely due for some minor attention - recommend adding mortar to both skimmer throats to tile connections and the northeast corner if applicable ($1k or less) to help waterproof these areas even if temporary.

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $500

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
7.6 - 8.0 (High) .05 (Low) 1 (Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 0 - 20 (Very Low) 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, Heavy Algae was found Throughout Pool No
Additional Water Quality Notes

Water loss is seen on pool equipment pad valve but overall partially conclusive; we do have low CYA, the auto fill is running, which are both general signs of water loss - but the calcium hardness level is elevated, which may be due to it being maintained on a weekly basis, still unusual as a CYA level is very low (a major sign of water loss / new water)

Additionally, there is a black algae presence as well as a yellow algae presence, I initially thought I saw dust on the bottom of the pool, but seeing that there is black algae in almost every corner and many of the tiles, it is likely spread throughout the pool, and is in a very concerning condition = difficult to remove with conventional means of water treatments at this point if what I am seeing is black algae everywhere throughout the pool bottom (hoping it’s just the pebble pattern) but obvious black algae is seen in corners, especially in the north east corner of The Pool, additionally, there is yellow algae in both skimmer throats very heavy.

To attempt to eliminate the allergy presence treatments would likely exceed $500

But if we have black algae on the bottom of the pool, it would likely be required to drain an acid rinse the surface $1500+- and then re balance $800 or less

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Recommend Minor Parts Updates $300

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Recommend Minor Parts Updates 2
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
2
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
Yes
Skimmer & Main Drain Details


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

Both skimmers have all parts present, but it does appear that both skimmers should have their floats updated, especially the west skimmer, as well as the float O-ring and adding a weighted basket to both as well ($300 or less).

Main drains in the pool, deep end and West End for the waterfall are VGBA compliant.

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
280/380
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

The bottom cleaner is not connected for an unknown reason, if the cleaner itself is damaged in some capacity, it can likely be repaired for less than $200. But if the seller is planning on taking the bottom cleaner, a new replacement unit is around $650.

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 auto fill appears to be in working condition without issue, but it is running continuously at low full speed, this is common during high heat times of year, but it has been running since my arrival. Recommend minor service to this fill float to confirm if issue is present ($20)

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$3500

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

There are 2x 10 inch lights in the pool and one smaller 6 inch light.

It appears that all three have condensation inside the light lens, the middle 10 inch light is flickering about ready to fail, and the other two lights are of issue as well.

The cost for a LED white Hayward light is approximately $700x1 $800x2 , and expect a labor cost of around $400 for each light installed

Spa Light Condition: $0

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

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: Recommend Service $750

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Hayward C5030
Filter Notes
Filter Additional Notes

Due to the amount of organic matter present / algae inside the swimming pool , it will not be like likely that the filter elements just simply be cleaned with service $150 or less, but rather also after the algae is gone, the elements will be replaced ($500+) , at that time it might be wise to consider upgrading the tank O-ring if it is approximately five years old ($100)

Filter Pump Condition: Working - Leak on Return$150

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward Tristar 950 Variable Speed 1.5 - 3.1hp
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

The filter pump is working, it just seems to have a very simple return leak that can be resolved with minor attention and service ($150 or less).

Otherwise, without issue

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
150

Booster Pump Condition: Working - Heavy Wear Present$0

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Hayward Booster Pump HSP30060 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

The booster pump is functional, even though there are signs of previous water loss issues. It does appear that there is no longer issues present.

This pump is operating within a normal parameters.

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
Hayward Tristar XE 1.85 Var Spd. Variable Speed
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

Working without issue, but for an unknown reason, it does turn on and then after a period of time likely due to priming, goes into a lower speed, versus staying at one speed - recommend programming to modify this if needed ($150 or less).

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: Great$100

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
100
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The timer is in ideal, working condition with a GFCI breaker for the waterfall and filter pumps as well as the outlet plug. No upgrades needed at this time.

After updating the pool lights, I would simply upgrade the plug outlet for an extra layer of safety ($100).

Auxiliary Timer Condition: $

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$1250

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

It does appear that the chlorine generator is likely failing and or getting towards the end of its life cycle and a new cell will likely be required soon ($950 + install / programming $300 or less)

Valves & Fittings Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention)$600

Overall Details

There is one leak seen on the solar three way valve that will need service ASAP, best case $50 or less in Parts, worst case new valve internals $300 or less installed.

The Pool equipment pad is due to be repainted and re-labeled and covered from the sun using a UV mesh ($300 or less).



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.
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Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $14245Est. Totals


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