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7265 Morningside Dr., Granite Bay, Ca (3:00 PM - May 2, 2017)

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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
The fencing needs minor repair to self close and self latch, The access gate does not swing away from the pool, The fencing does not meet safety standards
Safety Fencing Additional Notes

Recommend safety fencing; mesh fencing: $1525 w/self latching gate.

Pool Surface Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $4200

Surface #1 Surface #2
Estimated Gallons Surface Type
>25K Gallons Plaster
Dimensions Damaged Estimated Surface Age
20' by 43' 10-50% 1-12 Months
Pool Surface Notes
The surface is slightly abrasive and not as smooth or as new and will allow more organic matter to grow as a result of the slightly abrasive surface, The pool surface has discoloration throughout due to improper water balance over time, The pool surface has heavy wear, pitting, and or missing surface areas, The surface appears to no longer be water tight at this time, Recommend re-surface as soon as possible
Pool Surface Additional Notes

Missing sections of plaster down to the gunite. Replaster cost $4200.

Tile Condition: Good$450

Tile #1 Tile #2
Water Line Tile Linear Footage Tile Water Level Tile Linear Footage
Less than 150 Linear Feet Ideal 100
Tile Type Calcium Build-Up Loose or missing tile?
Ceramic, Natural / Stone Light Build Up ($450) No missing tiles or N/A
Mastic Repair
Additional Mastic Repairs
Additional Tile Notes

There are no loose or missing tiles at this time. Recommend tile calcium cleaning for aesthetics ($450).

Water Quality Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $400

Water Picture #1 Water Picture #2
pH Level Free Chlorine Total Chlorine Cyanuric Alkalinity Calcium
pH Level Details Free Chlorine Details Total Chlorine Details Cyanuric Acid Details Alkalinity Notes Calcium Notes
7.2-7.6 Slightly High 3 Ideal 4 Ideal 0 Very Low 50-85 Ideal 0-100 Low
Algae present? Foliage found in water? Water loss present?
Filter Cleaning and Filter Treatment 1 - 10 days after treatments would help reduce and eliminate algae and organic debris ($125)
Additional Water Quality Notes

The water quality is poor, and the plaster surface abrasive. Recommend either chemically treating ($250) or draining and chemically cleaning the plaster surface ($400).

Skimmer & Main Drain Circulation: Damaged (Needs Attention) $531

Drain #1 Drain #2 Skimmer #1 Skimmer #2
Water Flow Through Skimmer Water Flow Through Main Drain Skimmer Float Valve
Damaged (Needs Attention) 1 Other
Pool Skimmer QTY Spa Skimmer QTY Pool Main Drain QTY Spa Main Drain QTY
1 N/A 1 1
VGBA Compliant Drain Covers
No / 2x Could Not Determine / Recommend VGBA Compliant Cover ($176)
Skimmer & Main Drain Details
The first skimmer is *not in working* condition as it's missing its *float valve*, recommend installing *float valve seal* ($105), The first skimmer is *not in working condition* as it's missing its *skimmer float valve o-ring* ($75)
Skimmer & Main Drain Additional Notes

Skimmer is missing it's float valve and float valve o ring. Without this part there is no main drain flow and filter pump burn out insurance. Recommend repair.

Main drains on both pool and spa are not VGBA compliant. Recommend ($88 x 2)

Bottom Cleaner Condition: Fair, minimal parts needed for tune-up ($105) $105

Cleaner #1 Cleaner #2
Bottom Cleaner Brand Bottom Cleaner Model
Pentair 4 Wheel Legend
Bottom Cleaner Additional Notes

Unit is in fair condition, recommend minor maintenance parts; tires, tail sponge, hose swivels, and possibly one or two additional items.
Bottom Cleaner Additional Repairs

Auto-Fill Condition: Poor ($125)$125

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

Unit needs its bladder replaced ($125 Service Call).

Pool Light Condition: Damaged$575

Pool Light #1 Pool Light #2
Pool Light Type Distance From Electrical
Pool Light Notes
Water Present inside light lens ($575+), Light is not working / powering on at this time and may need replacement ($565+)

Spa Light Condition: Damaged (Water Present - Light Can Replacement $475)$475

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

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Filter Condition: $160

Filter #1 Filter #2
Filter Brand Filter Model
Hayward Swim Clear Cartridge
Filter Notes
Normal to High Filter Pressure - Indicating a filter cleaning ($85) is necessary to identify filter element quality of life, if elements were recently cleaned this is indicating element replacement is needed in the next 1 - 24 months ($150-450)
Filter Additional Notes

The filter has new elements however they are very dirty and will need to be cleaned ($85).

Also the filter tank o ring needs replacement ($75).

Filter Pump Condition: Distressed$255

Filter Pump #1 Filter Pump #2
Filter Pump Brand Filter Pump Model Horsepower
Sta-Rite Max e Pro 1.00HP - 1.25HP
Filter Pump Condition
The bonding wire is connected and secure
Filter Pump Notes
Filter Pump Additional Notes

This filter pump is in fair condition. The motor however is in poor shape due to long term abuse; bearings need to be serviced; $255.

There are two options when replacing this pump motor you can replace it with a new energy-efficient motor or a variable speed pump ($1325-1625).
Filter Pump Additional Repairs

Booster Pump Condition: Damaged$555

Booster Pump #1 Booster Pump #2
Booster Pump Brand Booster Pump Model Horsepower
Unlabeled Pump Single Speed - 15+ years ≤ 0.99HP
Booster Pump Additional Notes

Unit is no longer functioning at this time. Replacement needed $555. Also note there is no water flow from this pump.

Spa Jet Pump Condition: N/A$0.00

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

Waterfall Pump Condition: N/A$0.00

Waterfall Pump #1 Waterfall Pump #2
Waterfall Pump Brand Waterfall Pump Model Horsepower
Waterfall Pump Additional Notes

Auxiliary Pump A Condition: N/A$0.00

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: N/A $0.00

Auxiliary B #1 Auxiliary B #2
Auxiliary Pump B Brand Auxiliary Pump B Model Horsepower
Auxiliary Pump B Additional Notes

Heater Condition: Damaged (Needs Attention) $350

Heater #1 Heater #2
Heater Model Heater Brand
Hayward H200 NG
Heater Additional Notes

The heater appears to be in good physical condition with only two issues present; 1. (Error Code LO) indication a low pressure switch error 2. The gas line is missing it's sediment drip leg both can be fixed for approx $350 service and service call.

Equipment Control System


Board & Timer Condition: Fair$0

Board/Timer #1 Board/Timer #2
GFCI Compliant
Yes - Not connected to any pool light
Board & Timer Additional Notes

The timer is in functioning condition also the pool lights are not connected to this timer.

Auxiliary Timer Condition: N/A $0

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

Salt Control Systems Condition: N/A$0

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: Poor$1255

Overall Details

Plumbing is in fair condition, note the copper plumbing will last another 1 - 25 more years before replacement will be required (est 5K).

Bottom cleaner connections may need to be investigated and cleaned ($155) as its currently not functioning / booster pump not pushing water.



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Condition
Poor		 Notes

Bottom cleaner connection needs service ($155).
Condition
Poor		 Notes

Light gfi, recommend replacement when replacing the lights ($155).
Condition
Poor		 Notes

Pool / Spa Valves (Ortega valves) are not in working condition and will need to be replaced for functionality ($1100). Includes valving and new concrete.
Condition
N/A		 Notes

Estimated pool repair costs based on typical seasonal construction pricing.(seasonal pricing changes $8986Est. Totals

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