Pool Demolition & Removal in Sacramento and Northern California
Inground and above-ground pool removal by a licensed and insured contractor (CA #1141839). We pull the permit, break out the pool, haul it away and backfill it so your yard is ready for what's next.
Thinking about removing your pool?
Watch this short video to see how our pool removal process works from start to finish, from the first break-out to the final grade.
Inground & above-ground pool demolition and removal
Tired of the expense, liability and hassle of an old, unused swimming pool? Next Demolition is a licensed and insured pool demolition contractor serving homeowners throughout Sacramento and the surrounding areas.
We turn costly, burdensome pools into valuable, usable backyard space through a safe and meticulous removal process, and we manage the pool demolition permit for you.
Why pool removal is the right choice for your home
Financial relief
Pools need equipment repairs, chemicals and a lot of water. Removing yours saves thousands a year on electricity, water, pool service and rising insurance premiums.
Boost property value
An older, outdated or leaking pool can turn buyers away. Removing it broadens your home's appeal and is often a smart move before listing.
More outdoor living space
A patio, deck, garden, putting green, fire pit or room for an addition. Reclaim the space for what you actually want.
Less liability and risk
In legal terms a pool is an "attractive nuisance." Removing it eliminates the risk of accidental drowning and gives you peace of mind.
A backyard pool, removed and restored
Backyard pool removed, yard restored
Full or partial pool removal: choosing the right method
For most backyards we recommend partial removal. It's the most affordable option and usually fits what homeowners need. Here is how the two methods compare.
Partial pool removal
The top 24–36 inches of the pool walls are broken down, drainage holes are punched in the floor, and the debris goes into the bottom of the pool before the area is filled with compactable material.
- The most affordable option
- Usually the right fit for most backyards
- Great for lawn, garden or landscaping
Full pool removal
The entire pool comes out. Concrete, rebar, walls, fiberglass shell, decking and supporting materials are broken up and hauled off-site, and the hole is filled with clean dirt and compacted.
- A buildable surface for a deck, addition or ADU
- No buried pool debris to disclose to future buyers
- The most permanent solution
Good to know: with partial removal, future buyers must be told about the buried debris. Planning to build where the pool was? Choose full removal so the backfill meets the compaction your building department requires.
Our 6-step pool demolition process
Pool removal projects
Pool removal questions
How much does pool demolition cost?
It depends on the pool size, access to the yard and whether you choose full or partial removal. An on-site estimate is the only way to get accurate pricing, and ours is free.
How long does pool removal take?
Most standard residential pool demolitions are completed within about 5 business days on average, from the start of demolition to final grading.
What if I want to build where the pool was?
Choose full pool removal. It ensures the backfill meets the compaction density building codes require.
Do I need a permit to remove my pool?
Yes. Your city or county requires one, and we handle the entire permitting process for your pool.
What happens to the pool deck?
Concrete, paver or stone decking is included in the demolition and removal, so you get a clean slate.
Do you haul everything away?
Yes. All pool materials are hauled off-site and taken to certified recycling facilities.
Pool removal near you
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Useful permit links
We pull the pool demolition permit for you. If you want to read up first, these are the local offices: