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Inspection & consulting

Pool inspection services.

Practical insight for the pool you own, the property you are buying, or the project that needs an experienced review.

Overhead view of a geometric swimming pool and spa built by Kurt Candler

Residential pool inspections

Buying or selling a home with a pool? Get a focused evaluation of visible, accessible pool components and operating conditions within an agreed scope.

  • Visible pool features and accessible equipment
  • Operating conditions and observations within scope
  • Findings, limitations, and recommended follow-up
$500 / single vessel under 40,000 gallons
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Indoor commercial swimming pool built by Kurt Candler

Commercial pool inspections

For commercial owners and operators who need an experienced review of their pool facility. Scope and scheduling are coordinated around the property and its operating conditions.

  • Site-specific scope confirmed in advance
  • Accessible components and operating conditions
  • Observations to support maintenance and further evaluation
$250 / hour, 3-hour minimum
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Water-loss analysis

Water-loss analysis

Is the pool losing water? Anderson LEAKALYZER equipment supports a measured assessment of water loss under test conditions.

  • Assessment priced per water vessel
  • Discuss water-loss patterns and known concerns
  • Additional testing may be needed to identify a leak source
$175 / vessel
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Expert witness consulting

Kurt Candler brings more than 30 years of swimming pool industry experience and 600+ completed watershape projects to technical review and expert witness consulting for residential and commercial pool matters.

  • Pool construction defects, design standards, and renovations
  • Pool equipment, plumbing, electrical systems, and finishes
  • Code compliance and industry standards of care

NC General Contractor License #L.44371. International Watershape Institute Professional, IWI #20038.

Review Kurt's full CV for his education, certifications, project experience, and industry leadership. Scope, availability, and suitability are confirmed before engagement.

$250 / hour plus travel
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Before you book

A clear scope comes first.

Inspections address conditions within the agreed scope at the time of the visit. They do not guarantee future performance, uncover every concealed defect, or replace required regulatory inspections. Access, weather, and operating status can limit the evaluation.

Is a pool inspection included in a home inspection?

Do not assume it is. Check the home inspector's written scope. A dedicated pool inspection focuses on the pool, accessible equipment, and related conditions agreed with your inspector.

Can I request an inspection before closing?

Yes. Include your due-diligence or closing deadline when you inquire. Scheduling is subject to availability, access, and the pool's operating condition.

Does water-loss analysis locate the exact leak?

Water-loss analysis helps assess whether a vessel is losing water under test conditions. It does not, by itself, promise to identify every leak source or its exact location. Further testing may be recommended.

What should be ready on inspection day?

Arrange authorized access to the pool and equipment. Let Kurt know about covers, winterization, equipment outages, or known concerns in advance. Do not operate unfamiliar equipment just to prepare for the visit.

Know your pool. Plan your next step.

Let's take a closer look.

Share the property address, pool details, and your timeline. Kurt will help confirm the right inspection for the job.

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