Things to know about P&S inspections

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Originally Posted By: jpope
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Having said that ![icon_biggrin.gif](upload://iKNGSw3qcRIEmXySa8gItY6Gczg.gif) I figured we could start a thread highlighting some of the things we look for during these inspections. . .

Pressure gauges can be a good indicator of how well the homeowner maintains their system.



High pressure (typically 20 psi or more) indicates a dirty filter whether it be sand, DE or cartridge. This one is a bit excessive and it shows in the "cloudy" pool water as well.



An open gate is a safety hazard (no self closing device). A kid could wander in off the streets and decide to "check out" the pool. Couple that with the cloudy water. . .



The extension cord was plugged in when I arrived I unplugged it before I started my inspection and then the sprinklers came on

Oh - one more thing for now - don't fire up the heater until you've looked inside ![icon_biggrin.gif](upload://iKNGSw3qcRIEmXySa8gItY6Gczg.gif)



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#2

Originally Posted By: tallen
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Good info Jeff icon_biggrin.gif


Another note: The iron fence around the pool needs to be electrically bonded.

I believe the code says it shall be bonded if < 5 feet ,but around here they usually bond the metal fencing even if it is > 5 feet. ![icon_biggrin.gif](upload://iKNGSw3qcRIEmXySa8gItY6Gczg.gif)

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#3

Originally Posted By: psabados
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Anybody,


How about a good diagram or photo's on proper bonding of a steel fence.

Paul

#4

Originally Posted By: tallen
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I normally see a lug welded to the fencing to allow for attachment to the pool bond.


I will get a pic next time I see one. Maybe Jeff has a pic.



I did find the NEC reference though.
680/22

http://www.homewiringandmore.com/homewiringusa/2002/accessory/poolperm/poolpermshowp.html

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#5

Originally Posted By: mthomas
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Here is a picture of a bonding lug.


[ Image: http://www.nachi.org/bbsystem/usrimages/more/Bonding%20Lug.JPG ]

#6

Originally Posted By: mthomas
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Here is a picture of a " broken" bond from the pump motor. What is the proper method to correct this?


[ Image: http://www.nachi.org/bbsystem/usrimages/more/Broken%20Bond.JPG ]



A little fuzzy I know, the bond wire is located coming out of the ground next to the yellow connector. The other end is supposed to connect to the motor.

#7

Originally Posted By: mthomas
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Hey Jeff,


How about some spa info. What type of shorts does everyone use when testing "ancillary" services? ![icon_cool.gif](upload://oPnLkqdJc33Dyf2uA3TQwRkfhwd.gif)

#8

Originally Posted By: tallen
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Bermuda inspection shorts of course icon_rolleyes.gif

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#9

Originally Posted By: jpope
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mthomas wrote:
Hey Jeff,

How about some spa info.


Workin' on it ![icon_wink.gif](upload://ssT9V5t45yjlgXqiFRXL04eXtqw.gif)

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Jeff Pope
JPI Home Inspection Service
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#10

Originally Posted By: psabados
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Thanks guys


Paul

Counting down the days to Orlando 205 T-minus 232 and counting

#11

Originally Posted By: gjohnson
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I was talking with Mark Thomas over the weekend. My training school is getting ready to set up a training class in for Pools and Spas down in Arizona. Looks to be around the first or second weekend of August. Probaly in the Phoenix area.


If you are interested in getting more information send me an e-mail at gary@nhiti.com or visit www.nhiti.com and go to classes and look at our pool and spa class.

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#12

Originally Posted By: chorne
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Hi,


Since when is it part of the sop's to inspect a pool??

Carla

#13

Originally Posted By: rray
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It’s not, Carla. But I do it as an ancillary service, for which I charge. I also inspect tennis courts, for which I also charge.

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#14

Originally Posted By: sbeckman
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Good work Jeff, Im going down to Oceanside next week to take P&S from ITA, bye the way, are you going to the ITA con? icon_rolleyes.gif

#15

Originally Posted By: mthomas
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Pool training in Phoenix in August?!! Is the training going to be held in the pool? icon_lol.gif I am looking forward to the training, let me know how I can help out.

#16

Originally Posted By: gbell
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Nice thread. I think we can all teach other a lot in this manner.


Good Luck

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Greg Bell
Bell Inspection Service

#17

Originally Posted By: jpope
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sbeckman wrote:
Good work Jeff, Im going down to Oceanside next week to take P&S from ITA, bye the way, are you going to the ITA con? ![icon_rolleyes.gif](upload://iqxt7ABYC2TEBomNkCmZARIrQr6.gif)


ITA provides an excellent P&S course. But just like any training, it's just the tip of the iceberg.

The more I learn, the more I realize how little I know .

Good to hear from you again Scott. Yes, I plan to be at the convention. See you there?

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Jeff Pope
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#18

Originally Posted By: sbeckman
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Ya Jeff, I’ll probably go icon_surprised.gif just so you all don’t think this is thread drift…I think there will be a P&S seminar there. icon_surprised.gif , ahh maybe not


See you there Jeff…

#19

Originally Posted By: jerry gallman
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I took the ITA pool class. Really helped me in my inspections, which I now ad $ for.

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#20

Originally Posted By: gbell
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Pool Bonding


Found the bond wire connected to the ground wire in the attic leading to the water pipes. Is this application correct? I have never seen this before.

Thanks,

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Greg Bell
Bell Inspection Service