New User purchasing a home with a IG pool

[aylad]

I would also ask how old the pump and filter are, look for signs of leaks around the pump/filter or around the pool itself, and let them show you the operation of all the valves/handles so there's no confusion when it's your job to take it over. The more information you can find out about the pool and its components, the better--and if you stay on good terms with them after the close of the house, it wouldn't hurt to have their phone number handy in case anything comes up that you need to ask them about.

Is the pool chlorine, or bacquacil??

Janet

[Watermom]

Good advice, Janet. I'd add to the list to ask the current owners to list all the things they have added to the pool. Sometimes that is info that is needed to know if a problem crops up later. It would be best if they could tell you actual product names instead of just generic terms like 'shock' or 'algaecide' etc.

Also, if it is a liner pool, ask the age of the liner.

[BobbyD]

It is a Chlorine pool, still not sure about the size. I do have pictures of the pumps, filter, and other components. It has a main pump the receives supply from the main drain and the skimmers. It also has a cleaner pump that a robot bottom cleaner (I think that's what it is called) is attached to. I saw it working when I did a walk through with the inspector. I am still not sure if the robot bottom cleaner is included with the home or do I have to go purchase a new one after closing.
It has an additional pump the reads "Water Feature Pump". It has rock water falls and two fountain sprayers. It has an automatic Chlorine/Bromine In-Line Feeder. Not sure how that device works. And last, is a Nature2 Professional G Purifier. Again, not sure how that works.
Thanks again for all the advice and good questions. I am actively reading as much about the devices as possible.

[TheGoose]

Beware that in our dry summer our gumbo soil has shifted a lot. Make sure there are no leaks, or if there are you have them fixed before closing on their dime. I had a return line leaking, it was a major pain to fix, but luckily I didn't have to bust up any concrete decking to get to it.

What part near Houston?

[BobbyD]

Very long dry spell indeed. Hopefully there will be no leaky pipes. I will definitely look things over very closely after closing. Thanks for the advice.
The home is located in Magnolia, TX. Should be fun and my wife and I are looking forward to many days of swimming before the weather cools off.

Thanks!

[aylad]

I don't think it's gonna cool off anytime soon!!

[Watermom]

Ditch the Nature2. It adds copper to your water. You do NOT want copper in your pool! It is what stains pools, fingernails and hair green!

[kelemvor]

It is what stains pools, fingernails and hair green!

I can't help but think my 13 year old daughter would love one of those nature2 systems every time I read about hair turning green :0