Slight calcium build up. Could us a light cleaning

The Skimmer's Diverter Float Valve (equalizer plate) that is suppose to be located at the bottom of the Skimmer, was missing. This device allows the pool's suction capability to be split between the Skimmer and the Main Drain. The Filtration System's pump has only one (1) 2.00" suction pipe and therefore the influent water intake capability is shared between the Skimmer and the Main Drain. In order to provide an ideal 40% to 60% ratio of influent water between the Skimmer's top intake and the Main Drain's bottom intake, the Diverter Float Valve should be replaced. This is an inexpensive part that is simple to install and readily available.

The existing 300 SQ.FT. size Cartridge type filter is adequate although unless maintained according to the Mfg. recommendations and by replacing the Cartridge Elements every 18 to 24 months, the hydraulic head loss can restrict the water flow by 50%. This means that the pumping duration will be twice as long in accomplishing one (1) turn-over of the pool's water volume once per day. This will equate to running the pump longer and therefore result having a higher energy bill. We would recommend retro fitting the Cartridge Filter to a Sand Filter thus increasing the water's flow rate per hour, eliminating Cartridge Element replacements ($400 to $600) and allowing a greater ease to filter cleaning by utilizing a backwash valve rather than the disassembly of the filter in order to clean the elements.

Replacing the pump with a Variable Speed Pump (when the current pump fails) would be advised, as again it would reduce the energy consumption and net a savings or ROI in the long run.

The current pool cleaner utilizes a 3/4-Hp. pressure side type booster pump. This pump has a Service Factor (SF) of 1.65, which is just a multiplier for determining the true horsepower (1.24-HP) rating. When the current filter pump is replaced with a Variable Speed pump in the future, then the cleaner type could be replaced with a "suction" type cleaner, which will eliminate the need for the 1.24-Hp (0.95 kwH) electrical consumption. This can reduce the overall energy consumption for the pool's pumping system.

The is an existing gas pipe adjacent to the pool equipment pad. As well, there is adequate room in which to place a new pool heater on the concrete pad. The gas pipe would need to be pressure tested first in order to verify it's competence but, if intact adding a 400K BTU Heater would be $2,750.00. This would not include any automation upgrades (see Equipment Control System Notes).

The Timer (s) function as they exist but, if upgrades (Heater) are installed and if an In-ground Spa is to be added then a more sophisticate control system should be considered, that would allow finger touch operational functionality to take place from remote locations (BBQ Area, Inside House, etc...) . Adding an In-ground Spa could range from $12K to $15K, plus Heater, Automation and other spa choices. In determining the costs for such improvements it is best to first establish a specification. If you wish to engage this process, please cut and paste this link in your web-browser; http://aquaticmechanicaldesign.com/orders/spa-work-scope-questioner-outline

The current pumping / filtration system is adequate for the era in which the pool was constructed. Although, in today's advancing technological world, we could offer several improvements to the swimming pool / spa's construction profile that would yield a ROI over time by reducing the overall carbon footprint. When any of the current equipment components need a retrofit, we believe it would be in your interest to take of the pumps, filter, controls and