#1
Stop bleeding money on maintenance
California pool maintenance, chemicals, electricity, and repairs run $3,000–$5,000+ per year. Removal pays for itself.
For SoCal Homeowners
Why Remove Your Swimming Pool?
Pools are expensive, risky, and increasingly out of step with California's drought-conscious lifestyle. Here are six reasons more homeowners are choosing to remove rather than repair.
#2
Eliminate safety & liability risk
Pools are the leading cause of accidental drowning for children under 5. Removing yours eliminates the risk and lowers homeowner insurance.
#3
Reclaim your backyard
Turn unused pool space into a lawn, garden, ADU site, sport court, or outdoor living area you'll actually use.
#4
Drought-friendly
Pools waste thousands of gallons to evaporation each year. Removal aligns with California's water-wise lifestyle.
#5
Build an ADU or addition
With engineered backfill, your old pool footprint becomes prime ADU or home addition real estate.
#6
Boost resale appeal
Many California buyers see aging pools as a liability. A well-finished, level yard is broadly attractive.
Ready to remove your pool?
Free on-site quote anywhere in Southern California — usually within 48 hours.
Pool removal — common questions
Will removing my pool hurt my home value?+
Usually no — and often the opposite. In Southern California, surveys show many buyers prefer a usable yard over an aging pool that requires expensive maintenance.
How much does pool removal cost?+
Typically $8,000–$20,000+ depending on size, access, and method (partial vs. full with engineered backfill).
Can I build on top of a removed pool?+
Yes — if you choose full removal with engineered backfill, the area can support future structures including ADUs and home additions.
How long does the process take?+
Partial pool removal typically takes 4–6 days. Full removal with engineered backfill takes about a week and a half, plus permit lead time.