Cost to Remove a Pool
September 2024
| Item | Qty | Low | High | |
| Pool Removal And Backfilling Labor, Basic Basic labor to remove pool with favorable site conditions. Demolish / remove perimeter coping, tile and concrete to depth of at least 1m/3ft below grade. Disconnect and remove all plumbing and water processing/filtering equipment. Create drainage holes every 100 SF along base of pool. Backfill with soil (cost of soil is extra). Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. | 10 cubic yards | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Pool Removal And Backfilling Equipment Allowance Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: Skid loader with excavation | demolition | loading attachment. Daily rental. Consumables extra. | 10 cubic yards | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Pool Removal Debris Disposal Costs to load, haul away and dispose of old materials, installation waste and associated debris. | 7.0875 | 8.0625 | ||
| Unused Minimum Labor Balance of 3 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
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In September 2024 the estimated cost to Remove a Pool starts at $151 - $187 per cubic yard. Use our Cost Calculator for cost estimate examples customized to the location, size and options of your project.
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Cost to Remove a Pool - Notes and General Information
This example estimate is for BASIC work performed in readily serviceable conditions by qualified professionals, using popular, IN STOCK products, materials and supplies available at home improvement retailers. Your actual costs will vary due to the unique conditions, requirements, labor options and material choices of your project. Work not mentioned on this page, work with schedule difficulty, work during periods of local labor shortages, and work using master craftsman, premium materials, custom built products, project supervision may result in HIGHER COSTS!
This example estimate is for educational and illustrative purposes - it is NOT a substitute for written quotes from trade professionals. Homewyse strongly recommends that you contact reputable professionals for itemized assessments of work required and costs for your project - before making any decisions or commitments.
The example estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Pool Removal and Backfilling, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Labor setup time and mobilization time typical of local, small Pool Removal and Backfilling jobs.
The example estimate does NOT include:
- Costs for any work or materials not specifically mentioned on this page.
- Costs for removing, relocating, repairing, or modifying existing framing, surface finishes (including molding) and fixtures, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems - or bringing any systems into compliance with current building codes.
- Costs for testing and remediation of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, radon, etc.).
- General contractor overhead and markup for organizing and supervising the Pool Removal and Backfilling. Add 13% to 22% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
References - Pool Removal and Backfilling
- Product and Supplies Data: Lowes Landscaping Products and Supplies Lowes , Sep 2024, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Home Depot Landscaping Products and Supplies Home Depot, Sep 2024, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Menards Landscaping Products and Supplies Menards, Sep 2024, Website
- Cost Estimating Best Practices American Institute of Architects, Nov 2008, Michael DellIsola
- Labor Wages and Costs: Building a Unit-Price System Journal of Light Construction, Sep 2024, George Weissgerber
- Product and Supplies Data: The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 9: Site Work U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Sep 2024, Staff
- Employer Costs for Employee Compensation US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Sep 2024, Staff
- Project Spending Data: Harvard University JCHS Homeowner Expenditures Harvard University, Sep 2024, Website
Pool Removal and Backfilling Budget Management
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