Pool Removal
Expert Swimming Pool Demolition, Removal & Backfill for Residential and Commercial Properties
Reclaim your backyard and eliminate the burden of pool maintenance with R&M Land Clearing’s professional pool removal services. Whether you have an unused, deteriorating, or unwanted swimming pool consuming valuable yard space and draining your budget, our experienced team provides complete pool demolition and removal solutions that transform your property. With over a decade of experience serving Austin and Central Texas, we handle everything from permitting and utility disconnection to demolition, backfill, and final restoration—delivering a clean, usable space ready for your next outdoor vision.
Pool Types We Remove
Inground Pools
We remove all types of inground pool construction:
- Concrete/Gunite Pools – Most common, require heavy demolition equipment
- Fiberglass Pools – One-piece shells extracted or broken up
- Vinyl Liner Pools – Metal or concrete walls with liner removal
- Shotcrete Pools – Similar process to gunite pools
- Custom Designs – Infinity edges, geometric shapes, lagoon styles
Above Ground Pools
Quick, affordable above ground pool removal:
- Metal Wall Pools – Disassemble and haul away frame and liner
- Resin Pools – Remove modern composite structures
- Wood-Framed Pools – Demolish and dispose of wooden structures
- Semi-Inground Pools – Combination removal techniques
- Pool Deck Removal – Remove surrounding decking if desired
Commercial Pools
Large-scale pool removal for businesses:
- Hotel and Resort Pools – Multi-day projects with minimal business disruption
- Apartment Complex Pools – Coordinated removal around resident schedules
- Country Club Pools – Professional demolition and restoration
- Fitness Center Pools – Interior and exterior pool removal
- School and Municipal Pools – Compliance with public facility regulations
Types of Pool Removal Methods
Partial Pool Removal (Fill-In Method)
During a partial pool removal, the swimming pool is collapsed leaving a portion of the pool cavity in the ground, involving draining the pool, drilling holes into the bottom for proper drainage, breaking down approximately 18 inches of pool material from the top, with rubble typically thrown into the pool cavity.
Full Pool Removal (Complete Demolition)
With a full pool removal, everything goes—breaking up all concrete, fiberglass, gunite, steel, and vinyl and then removing it from the pool cavity using special equipment, with materials hauled away and disposed of properly before the area is filled in with dirt and compacted.
Eliminate Ongoing Maintenance Costs
The high costs of pool ownership far outweigh the benefits as swimming pools use up a lot of money in repairs and maintenance costs, with pool removal eliminating all of these expenses while saving time.
Why Choose R&M for Pool Removal in Austin?
Over a Decade of Local Experience
We understand Central Texas conditions:
- Austin’s expansive clay soils and their compaction requirements
- Local permitting processes and regulations
- Weather considerations for Texas projects
- Proper disposal sites and recycling facilities
- Austin-area property values and buyer preferences
Complete Service Package
We handle every aspect of your pool removal:
- Free consultations and detailed estimates
- Permit applications and approval management
- Licensed electricians and plumbers for utility work
- Professional demolition with modern equipment
- Debris hauling and responsible disposal
- Quality backfill and expert compaction
- Final grading and site restoration
- Optional landscaping and hardscaping
Advanced Equipment Fleet
Specialized machinery for safe, efficient demolition:
- Hydraulic excavators for pool breaking
- Concrete breakers and jackhammers
- Dump trucks for material hauling
- Compaction equipment for proper backfill
- Skid steers for precise work
- Water pumps for pool draining
Licensed, Insured, and Professional
Complete protection for your peace of mind:
- Fully licensed demolition contractors
- Comprehensive liability insurance
- Worker’s compensation coverage
- Bonded for your protection
- OSHA-compliant safety practices
- Environmental regulation compliance
Transparent, Competitive Pricing
No surprises or hidden costs:
- Detailed written estimates
- Clear explanation of all charges
- Upfront pricing before work begins
- Payment plans available
- Competitive rates for Austin market
Get Started with Your Pool Removal Project Today
Ready to reclaim your backyard and eliminate pool maintenance forever? R&M Land Clearing, Demolition and Excavation delivers the professional pool removal services Austin homeowners trust.