Pool Inspection Green Valley, Sahuarita, and Tubac

Here’s how a TotalCare Pool inspection works for homes in Green Valley, Sahuarita, and Tubac. It’s a thorough, buyer and seller friendly evaluation designed to flag safety issues, reveal hidden repair risks, and outline practical next steps.

1) Safety & barrier compliance

Measure perimeter barriers and gates, confirm self-closing/self-latching hardware, check gaps/openings, and note latch heights. In Pima County, residential pool barriers typically must be at least 5 ft high with self-closing, self-latching gates and limited openings; Arizona state law also requires a minimum 5-ft barrier and prohibits openings that permit a 4-inch sphere to pass. We document any variances and reference the code section in your report.

2) Pool structure & interior surfaces

Inspect the shell, plaster/pebble/aggregate, tile, and coping for cracks, delamination, hollow spots, spalling, and staining; evaluate expansion (mastic) joints for movement that can signal deck or shell stress.

3) Decking & surrounding areas

Check decking for cracks, settlement, drainage issues, trip hazards, loose or damaged expansion joints, and the condition of accessories (ladders, handrails, diving boards, slides) and skimmer lids.

4) Circulation, plumbing & hydraulics (non-invasive)

Run the system to assess flow, visible plumbing, skimmers, returns, and valves; look for air intrusion, leaks at unions, and noise/vibration that suggests wear. We do not disassemble equipment or perform pressure tests as part of a standard visual inspection.

5) Equipment pad & electrical

Evaluate pump(s), filter(s), heater/heat pump, automation/timers, chlorination/salt systems, and visible bonding/grounding components; note age/condition indicators and code-visible concerns. Typical checklists include filters, motors, pumps, skimmers, and timers.

6) Drains & entrapment safety

Verify dual-drain configurations (where present), covers’ condition/markings, and general compliance intent with modern anti-entrapment practices; note if components appear outdated or damaged. (Visual only.)

7) Lighting & automation

Operate pool/spa lights (when safe), examine niches and junction boxes for obvious defects, and check automation/timer functions for basic operation. (No underwater disassembly.)

8) Water level & water chemistry

Record water level, clarity, and obvious algae/mineral issues; take spot readings to illustrate chemistry balance and potential scale/corrosion risk.

9) Optional leak-screening guidance

If water loss is suspected, we outline simple homeowner screening methods like the 24-hour “bucket test” and recommend specialized leak detection when indicated.

10) Photos, findings & local recommendations

You’ll receive a photo-rich report summarizing safety items, repair priorities (immediate, near-term, long-term), and cost savvy options suited to Southern Arizona pools like coping/tile touch ups, mastic replacement, or equipment upgrades for efficiency.