How to Remove an Inground Pool

Removing an inground pool is a complicated process. Included operations are draining the pool, disconnecting electrical/plumbing connections, demolishing any attached structures, pool deck, sidewalls/bottom and hauling away the materials. It’s also likely that a permit will be required with your city or town. Frank Santoro & Sons is a professional pool removal company using the special tools and equipment used in demolishing inground and above ground pools. Avoid the risk of damaging your plumbing, sprinkler lines, or septic tank by using an experienced demolition company.

Why would you want to remove an inground pool?

Pools are not for everyone. If you have recently purchased a home, you may find that the maintenance, insurance, and safety requirements for a swimming pool are excessive. In the Northeastern USA, a swimming pool is definitely a luxury item, with only a few months of use available each year. The space needed for a pool, and the surrounding pool deck, may be better utilized for gardens, patios, outdoor kitchens, and sport areas.

Here are some steps typically involved in removing an inground pool:

Obtain any necessary work permits
Drain the pool
Remove any accessories
Demolish the pool: This may involve breaking down the side walls and floor with tools like pneumatic hammers, hydraulic breakers, track excavators.
Haul away materials
Backfill with soil or gravel
Compact the area
Restore the area with topsoil
Grade, re-seed with grass, sod, pea gravel, or mulch

Costs

The costs to remove an inground pool can range from $2,500 to $19,400, depending on the pool size, fill material, and whether you want partial or full removal.
Contact Gary at Frank Santoro and Sons for an on-site visit and estimate. 518-857-4927