Clear Wave Solutions
Pool Report
Comprehensive baseline assessment and owner summary
Executive Summary
What this pool needs right now
Strong overall system with chemistry drift and a few equipment watch items.
Lower pH and total alkalinity in stages
Current water balance is scale-forming and will continue to stress heater and salt-cell components if left untouched.
Document filter age and schedule deep clean
Observed operating condition is acceptable, but pressure and debris loading suggest the filter needs a stronger maintenance baseline.
Create a permanent equipment inventory
This will improve replacement planning and make every future visit more consistent.
Pool Snapshot
System identity and operating profile
Water Chemistry
Current readings, balance status, and immediate action
| Parameter | Current | Target | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 8.1 | 7.4-7.6 | High |
| Total Alkalinity | 128 ppm | 80-100 ppm | High |
| Free Chlorine | 4.5 ppm | 3-5 ppm | Healthy |
| CYA | 62 ppm | 60-70 ppm | Healthy |
| Calcium Hardness | 248 ppm | 200-300 ppm | Healthy |
| Salt | 3,300 ppm | 3,000-3,500 ppm | Healthy |
Hydraulics
Circulation snapshot and dynamic head estimate
Range-based estimate from visible plumbing, filter configuration, heater, salt cell, and return count.
Enough for stable turnover and feature support, assuming pump programming is dialed correctly.
Good field estimate. Confidence rises with line-length measurements and runtime verification.
Equipment Catalog
Visible equipment, age bands, and risk notes
Variable-Speed Pump
Cartridge Filter
Gas Heater
Salt Cell
Findings
What was observed during the assessment
What looks strong
- Water clarity is strong and sanitizer is operating within a healthy band.
- General circulation appears stable across pool and attached spa returns.
- Pad layout is serviceable and component access is good.
What needs attention
- pH and alkalinity are currently promoting scale formation.
- Filter maintenance history is not clearly documented.
- Heater age suggests future budgeting should begin now.
What to document next
- Exact model, serial, and install dates for all primary equipment.
- Runtime schedule and pump speed program.
- Filter cartridge age and last deep-clean date.
Owner Summary
Plain-English next steps
This pool is in a good position overall, but it is currently being held back by water-balance drift and missing system documentation. The fastest improvement is to lower pH and alkalinity in stages, then establish a proper filter and equipment baseline. Once that is done, the system becomes much easier to maintain consistently and much easier to budget for intelligently.