Swimming Pool Inspection Services was called out to inspect the heating system for an inground swimming pool in Hanford, CA that had issued what the homeowner thought was smoke from a fire within the unit. Our inspector determined that there was no fire, but rather, the heater had broken because of an improper chemical balance […]
Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA) What Is the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act? The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA) is named after drowning victim Virginia Graeme Baker, who became stuck to a hot tub drain in 2002 due to its powerful suction. She was […]
Swimming Pool Inspection Services was called out to inspect damage to a vinyl swimming pool liner in Thomasville, NC. The homeowner suspected that his previous tenant at the residence had done the damage intentionally. Our inspector determined that it was highly likely that the damage was done intentionally, due to the nature of the tears […]
Swimming Pool Inspection Services was called upon recently to inspect a swimming pool in Wildomar, CA, whose plaster had a greenish tint to it after being power washed. It was determined that the salt water chlorinator caused the green tint. However, it was also noted that the plaster may have been damaged from being drained […]
Swimming Pool Inspection Services was called upon recently to help determine the cause of a crack in a swimming pool in Studio City, CA. The pool had already been inspected for leaks; however, before an estimate could be made, our inspector needed to see the damage in person. While the crack was discovered during the […]
Swimming Pool Inspection Services was called out to look into an above-ground spa in Inglewood, CA that would not hold water. The homeowner explained that the spa cabinet had been opened by local police in search for some kind of evidence, and that the following day, the spa had a severe leak. Our inspector was […]
Swimming Pool Inspection Services was called out recently to inspect a swimming pool and filter system in Carlsbad, CA that had been clogged from soot and ash blown into the swimming pool from a nearby fire. Ultimately, it was determined that a thorough cleaning of the system and replacing of the filter grids would solve […]
Swimming Pool Inspection Services was called out to inspect an inground swimming pool in El Cajon, CA to determine if a leak was causing the laminate to peel up from the concrete patio in the pool area. After a thorough inspection it was determined that the pool did not have a leak.
Swimming Pool Inspection Services was called out to inspect the damage sustained by an above-ground spa in St. Louis, MO, after the extreme winter months. High winds destroyed the paneling around the spa, as well as the spa cover. In addition, a lightning strike destroyed the electrical equipment to the spa. Our inspector determined that […]
Swimming Pool Inspection Services was called out to inspect a torn swimming pool liner in Covina, CA to determine what caused this tear, and what could be done to fix it. Our inspector found that the liner had “sun rot,” which can happen to vinyl liners through normal wear and tear.