Scottsdale Swimming Pool Demolition and Removal

Frequently Asked Questions About Swimming Pool Removal and Demolition in Scottsdale

What is involved with the removal of an above ground swimming pool?

The removal of an above ground pool is a much simpler process than the removal of an in-ground swimming pool. The pool removal expert in Scottsdale, AZ may be able to give you a ball park pool removal price based on accurate information over the phone. If a site inspection is necessary they will do an evaluation and either give you a written quote with explanation or a fixed price and work date for the above ground pool removal.

Once the fees and contract are agreed upon, the Scottsdale pool demolition expert will acquire the necessary permits (if required). The first step is to remove the water and or debris from the pool. Then the pool, deck and equipment are removed and hauled away. Sometimes there is a concave hole under the pool that may require to be filled in or unwanted sand will need to be removed. The last step is the application of any top soil if necessary.

What is involved with the removal of an in-ground swimming pool?

For the removal of an in-ground swimming pool it is a bit more complicated and detail oriented then the removal of an above ground pool. The contractor will meet with the homeowner or property owner for a site evaluation. A written contract will most likely be drawn up with a fixed pool removal price.

The Scottsdale pool removal expert will notify the state and county department of Environmental Protection to acquire the necessary permits (if required in your state). A lot of time landscapes and or fences, shrubs, etc. will need to be moved, replaced, or disposed of depending on how close they are to the pool that needs to be removed. All utilities will need to be disconnected. The pool is then pumped out of all water and debris. All of the pool equipment such as metal, wood, plastic and all broken concrete is usually hauled away. Sometimes the pool demolition company will ask to place smaller concrete pieces in the hole to be filled but it is an option that is ultimately up to the home/property owner not the contractor. The site then needs to be inspected by the local building department to ensure that the proper codes and guidelines are being followed (this may vary from state to state). The pool hole is then filled with soil from a new site dig (no commercial waste or soil is used). The area is compacted and rough graded and then graded again to proper elevation. The sub soil is raked again with a screened top soiled applied at the customer request. The final step it to grade and rake the area to ensure that the pool removal will not be noticeable once the area is relandscaped.

Will the removal of my swimming pool increase the value or my home or decrease the value?

Owning a home in Scottsdale, AZ with a swimming pool brings a lot of added expenses along with it. Maintenance, repairs, high electric bills and the worry of accidental drownings are all a part of owning a swimming pool and should be taken into account when buying or selling a home with a pool.

A lot of folks believe that a swimming pool will increase the value of their home. Not always a true statement. There are a few deciding factors that play a role in whether a swimming pool is a liability or an asset. If you are located in a southern state or on the west coast in an upper to middle class area where the temperature is consistent year round, then it may increase the value slightly. If you are in the midwest or in the northern or eastern part of the country where the summers are short, it will most definitely decrease the value of your home. If the in ground pool is updated and maintained regulary and is in tip top shape in the favorable areas of the country, studies show that this does not help you sell your home but may add a few thousands dollars to the selling price. If you are located in the unfavorable areas for swimming pools like the midwest, a lot of buyers may want the swimming pool removed at the owners expense or want to decrease the selling price due to having to pay for the demolition themselves.

In the current buyers market, removing your pool could be a smart move considering the fact that the cost of doing so could be much less than what it will cost if your pool prevents your home from selling, or it keeps it on the market for an extended period of time. Before you put your home on the market, You might consider removing your pool. It could save you money in the long run.