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2 Firecrest Lane, Aliso Viejo, Ca (10:00 AM - August 25, 2026)

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Front Of House Pool Spa

Equipment Pad

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

Safety Fencing Condition: Other $0

Safety Fence #1 Safety Fence #2
Style Location
Safety Fencing Notes
The safety fencing is in good working conditon
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Pool Surface Condition: Great $0

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
15K - 20K Gallons Pebble Surface
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
' by ' 0-10% 1-12 Months
Pool Surface Notes
The pool surface is free of blemishes or any "pitting"
Pool Surface Additional Notes

Tile Condition: Good$1205

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
More than 150 Linear Feet N/A
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic Heavy Build Up ($650) No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
Estimated Repairs ($555)
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

There's white calcium buildup on the waterline tile, also located by the sheer descent spillovers for the waterfall feature around the rock work around the pool. The B blast service in order to remove this calcium effectively is estimated to be at 1,300.

Water Quality Condition: Great $0

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

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: N/A $0

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


Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

This swimming pool skimmer is cracked towards the topmost portion. It needs a new pot installed and, very potentially, needs a bonding beam in between so that movement does not happen again in this place. The estimated cost to replace this skimmer and to finish it (cut it out and remove it) is 2,850. On the Morse minor side, in addition, this skimmer needs a flow valve located underneath the basket to optimize flow of the pool and spa, and as a preventative for the pump running dry. Lastly, there should be a skimmer weir installed within this skimmer outlet to maximize flow of the skimmer and to keep the leaves in the skimmer and to not flow back into the pool. Estimated cost for a skimmer weir flap and for a float valve is $150.

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: $0

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

There's no float located inside of the pot adjacent to the skimmer pot. Inside of there should be a float that regulates the water and is connected to the valve and is always supplied with water. When the water gets low, the float pushes water into the pool. When full, it shuts itself off. This is a nice system to have to perfectly self-regulate the water level of the pool. In order for the autofill to work, it needs a new float. Estimated cost to install one is $145. In place of a float, there is an electronic timer that is currently added, however, it should be removed because it is prone to failure. I would opt for the float style instead. If you choose to utilize the current electronic filler, it is not very sensible because it will push water all throughout the deck, and it is not properly installed. It should be removed. Estimated cost for removal: $245.

Pool Light Condition: Great$0

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
LED
Pool Light Notes
Light is like new, with no water inside the lens and I would expect this light to last another 5-15 years

Spa Light Condition: Great$0

Spa Light #1 Spa Light #2
Spa Light Notes
Light is like new and I would expect this light to last another 5-15 years (new bulb)
Spa Light Additional Notes

Equipment Pad


Filter Condition: $0

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

This filter is around eight years old. Estimated towards the end of its life. Fiberglass eventually cracks. The fiberglass isn't cracked yet, however, it does need a few minor fixes. Specifically, it needs a new air relief and pressure gauge assembly at the top. The the air relief is brittle and old and is the original and prone to failure. It is recommended to replace it in one assembly with a new pressure gauge that you can actually see through, which is important to indicate the pressure of the filter and therefore how well the pump is working. Estimated cost for a new air relief and pressure gauge is $95 installed. In addition to this, there is a leaking tank seal o-ring that needs to be replaced to stop the leak. Estimated cost to replace the tank seal o-ring is $95.

Filter Pump Condition: Great$0

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Pentair VSF IntelliFlow
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Great, the filter pump is in great working condition; The motor is cool, the bonding wire is secured, the pump basket is free of chips and or cannot allow larger debris to bypass, the pump lid o-ring is secure with little to no air in the pump basket during operation.
Filter Pump Additional Notes

There are no issues with this pump at this time. This is one of the original variable-speed pumps made by Pentair around 10 years ago. Still going strong at this period. These pumps are expected to last 7-12 years. This pump is at the end of its life. It needs a new union on the return of this pump. It is leaking at this time. Estimated cost to replace the union is $295.

Filter Pump Additional Repairs
None

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: Good$

Spa Jet Pump #1 Spa Jet Pump #2
Spa Jet Brand Spa Jet Model Horsepower
Spa Jet Additional Notes

This pump is working at this time, however, it is expected to fail at any time. Due to being ten years old at the end of its life expectancy. This pump is not safe and up to code because it does not have a bond wire fastened under the back of the pump. It does not have a bond wire, in fact, anywhere nearby in order to use . located next to the closest sliding glass door, there is a hose bib directly to the right of it. This can be utilized to attach a bonding wire and then routed underneath the concrete steps. It is not cheap to do this and quite involved, which in my opinion is why they never did it. Nevertheless, it is very important to save someone's life if anybody ever got shocked and water pulled up in that area. Estimated costs to dig underneath the steps and attach the bonding wire that starts at the hose bib and ends at the pump are $4,850.


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: Great $

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

Heater is working without issue, however it does not have a drip leg. A drip leg is to keep sediment out of the heat exchanger, and is technically a code requirement. It allows the heater to last as long as possible and protects it from debris, adding unnecessarily to the most expensive component on the heater. Estimated cost to install this drip leg is $850, materials included.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Great$0

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
Yes - The plug and or breaker are connected to the pool light and test and reset.
Board & Timer Additional Notes

There's an exposed wire inside of the spa that is associated and is the wire connected to the spa side switch. The spa side switch is a four-function controller that turns on the lights, jets, heater, and filter pump. It is not working at this time and requires replacement. This is a low-voltage device and does not have a risk of shocking anyone. Cost of replacement is 12.50, estimated. The breakers within the control center, the automation, need to be upgraded to GFCI-protected breakers for both pumps. Estimated cost to install these is $600.

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

Salt system is not functioning at this time. It may need a cell replacement. The way to know is to clean and inspect the cell and to get the salt within range. Until this is accomplished, there is no way to determine whether the zelle is functioning or not. Based on the age, it is likely that this cell is not functioning. Estimated cost to replace one like this cell is 1,500.

Valves & Fittings Condition: Fair - Working Condition$

Overall Details

Pipes need all to be repainted to make them UV-protected. Estimated cost for this is $195. The pipes are in a totally unnecessary orientation with about five times more bends than necessary, and it is not routed in an efficient path. This is adding extra strain to the pump by making it work harder than it needs to, adding more resistance to the entire system, straining the entire system, and adding unnecessary force to the pipes and all related components. The pipes should be rebuilt and then repainted to make this an efficient and clean system. Estimated cost to rebuild the pipes is $1950.


Due for maintenance, small equipment pad, Required every 10-15 years, all valving must be opened, cleaned, lubricated, and re sealed to ensure longevity of equipment.
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

This valve is due for service. It needs to be opened, O-rings are placed and lubricated. Estimated cost is $95. Motors on the valves are working fine at this time, however they are on the older side and will need to be replaced soon.

Condition
Poor
Notes

This valve is due for service. It needs to be opened, O-rings are placed and lubricated. Estimated cost is $95. Motors on the valves are working fine at this time, however they are on the older side and will need to be replaced soon.

Condition
Damaged (Needs Attention)
Notes

This valve is not turning as freely as it should. It needs to be opened, lubricated, and o-rings replaced. Estimated cost is $95.

Condition
Notes

This spa bypass connection is leaking. It needs to be replaced. With new pipe cut and glued in estimated cost is $350, materials included.

Condition
Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $1205Est. Totals


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