As an ASHI certified pool inspector we will inspect components including:
- the visible parts of interior finish materials,
- the visible parts of decks, steps inside the swimming pool/spa shell, and coping,
- the visible parts of pumps, motors, blowers, skimmer, filters, drains, heaters, automatic safety controls, gauges, visible piping and valves, conduit,
- cross connections in the water supply system,
- external bonding of the pump motors, blowers, heaters and other components that are required to be bonded,
- operation of readily accessible lights, ground fault circuit interrupters, electrical components, and timer assemblies that are related to the pool or spa,
- the visible parts of permanently installed handrails and ladders,
- for the presence of safety barriers and alarms,
- for the presence of entrapment prevention components,
- vegetation, grading, surface drainage, and retaining walls that are likely to adversely affect the swimming pool or spa;
Sometimes, an inspector will recommend a follow up inspection from a technical specialist for further evaluation.
Maintenance
Like all home systems, maintaining a pool or spa is critical. Homeowners should regularly clear debris and make sure the chemicals levels are correct. And checking safety devices, such as gates, ladders, handrails and electrical components is paramount. Most of those components are relatively inexpensive. But they can be extremely dangerous if not properly maintained.