A pool or spa inspection is an essential part of every real estate transaction — protecting buyers, sellers, and families. Proudly serving Ventura & Los Angeles Counties.
InterNACHI® Certified
Pools and spas add value and enjoyment to a home — but they also come with complex mechanical systems, safety obligations, and hidden maintenance costs. Dave Grooters is an InterNACHI® Certified Pool & Spa Inspector, trained to evaluate everything from the structure and equipment to safety barriers and water chemistry systems.
Whether you're buying a home with a pool, verifying your existing pool's condition, or preparing for a sale, a Skyline pool & spa inspection gives you a complete, documented picture you can trust.
California Senate Bill 442, signed into law in October 2017 and effective January 1, 2018, directly affects how homes with a pool or spa are sold. Under SB 442 (codified as Business & Professions Code §7195), when a home with a swimming pool or spa is transferred — including any home sale — the home inspection report must identify which of the seven drowning-prevention safety features are present, and must specifically state if the pool or spa has fewer than two. California requires at least two of the following seven features:
Dave evaluates and documents compliance with all SB 442 requirements as part of every pool & spa inspection, ensuring your report satisfies California's mandatory disclosure obligations at the point of sale.
What We Inspect
Visual inspection of the shell, interior surfaces, coping, deck, and visible structural components for cracks, delamination, or settling.
IncludedOperational testing and visual inspection of the pump, filter, heater, chlorinator, and other mechanical equipment for age, function, and leaks.
IncludedInspection of pool-related electrical systems, GFCI protection, bonding, and grounding — critical safety checks that are often overlooked.
IncludedEvaluation of barriers, gates, anti-entrapment drains, alarms, and other safety features required by code and recommended for family safety.
IncludedInspection of visible plumbing, return lines, drains, skimmers, jets, and water feature plumbing for leaks and proper operation.
IncludedDedicated evaluation of spa equipment, jets, heaters, covers, and integrated controls when a spa or hot tub is present.
IncludedCommon Questions
A standard home inspection includes a basic visual check of pool components, but a dedicated pool & spa inspection goes much deeper — testing equipment, evaluating safety features, and checking electrical bonding and grounding. The mechanical systems in a pool can cost thousands to repair or replace, so a specialized inspection is a smart investment.
California law also makes it mandatory. Under SB 442 (effective January 1, 2018), any home inspection performed in connection with the sale of a property that has a pool or spa must identify which of the seven drowning-prevention safety features are present and must specifically note if fewer than two are in place. A dedicated pool inspection ensures this legal requirement is properly satisfied and documented in your report.
Yes. The pool should be full of water with equipment operating for a complete inspection. If the pool is empty or equipment is not running, certain components cannot be evaluated and we will note those limitations in the report.
Yes. Dave has experience with in-ground concrete, fiberglass, and vinyl-liner pools of all ages, as well as integrated spas and hot tubs. Older pools may have more deferred maintenance, which will be documented thoroughly in the report.
Common safety findings include missing or damaged barrier fencing and gates, outdated or missing anti-entrapment drain covers, lack of GFCI protection near the pool, improper electrical bonding, and missing or non-functional pool alarms. These are serious concerns and the inspection report prioritizes them clearly.
This is a visual, non-invasive inspection — underground pipes, buried plumbing lines, and areas concealed beneath the pool shell or deck cannot be inspected for leaks. We evaluate all visible plumbing, equipment connections, and accessible fittings, and will note any signs that suggest a possible subsurface issue. If a leak is suspected, a dedicated leak detection specialist should be consulted.
Absolutely. Bundling your home inspection with a pool & spa inspection is a convenient and cost-effective option. Dave will inspect both during a single visit, and you'll receive a comprehensive combined report covering the entire property.
Serving Ventura & Los Angeles Counties · Mon–Sat 7 AM – 7 PM · InterNACHI® Certified