Having a pool in the backyard can be a major perk for homeowners who live in warm-weather areas. A pool can provide endless hours of refreshment and entertainment, especially in the hot summer months. As temperatures rise, however, pools can become a serious mental and financial strain that might give homeowners pause and lead them to consider an inground pool demolition. Many choose to speak with an inground pool demolition contractor, who can provide a safe and efficient way to remove the pool, when they find these benefits are being overshadowed by serious concerns regarding safety, cleanliness, and money.
Benefits of Inground Pool Demolition
There are many reasons to consider an inground pool demolition if you aren’t using your pool as often as you once did. Various types of damage, lack of maintenance, and a desire for more space in the yard can all be good reasons to get in touch with an inground pool demolition contractor to transform your yard.
Damaged pools can cause leakage or overflowing, resulting in dangerously slick concrete and ruined gardens. Broken filters and pumps that have not been replaced can also cause the water to become dirty, which can be a health hazard as well as an eyesore that makes it difficult to sell the home. Choosing to remove the pool can also remove these concerns, ensuring a more beautiful yard.
Pools that are not properly maintained and supervised can also present a drowning or health hazard to small children and pets. An unfenced and insecure pool can be dangerous, but many homeowners do not consider the additional health risks of a pool with unbalanced pH levels, which can make the water unsafe for swimming in even when it comes to otherwise safe-looking pools. Because of this increased liability, homes that contain pools often carry higher insurance premiums. While an inground pool demolition can be expensive, it can ultimately save homeowners money on insurance costs and give them peace of mind regarding the safety of their family, friends, and pets.
Unused pools can also take up a significant amount of space in a home’s backyard, allowing for less space in which residents can host events, play, garden, or do other outdoor activities. The lack of outdoor space can make it difficult to sell the home later on, as many people would prefer to have green spaces or areas on which to place sheds and other buildings instead. An inground pool demolition contractor can demolish and fill in the pool in such a way that it would appear it never existed, providing a strong foundation on which to build new structures or simply add grass and plants.
Demolishing a Pool for the Summer
It may seem counterintuitive — after all, summer is when a pool can be the most useful — but many homeowners choose to remove their pools during the season. Battling nature and extra upkeep alone can become overwhelming when the weather gets warm.
Flowering plants and trees can produce extra debris during the summer, which homeowners will need to skim and vacuum from their pools at least weekly, if not every day. A failure to do so could result in clogged drains and pumps that may lead to more serious problems with pool drainage and cleanliness. Mosquitos, which thrive in warm, still water and are a common problem during the summer, may choose to nest near unused pools as well, increasing the risk of unpleasant bites and disease. Removing a pool leaves homeowners more time to enjoy their yards without worrying about the plants and animals surrounding the backyard more than necessary.
Pools require more maintenance in the summer. The pH level in your pool can fall out of balance easily, especially if it is being used frequently, and should therefore be checked every week during the summer to avoid potential health hazards. Fixing imbalanced levels could require the purchase of expensive chemicals or hiring a professional pool maintenance company, if the upkeep becomes too time consuming to complete yourself. If the weather is hot enough to heat your pool’s water to uncomfortable levels, it may also be necessary to run an aerator pump or pool cooling system in order to continue using the pool. These expenses can add up quickly, particularly during long stretches of hot weather.
Professional Help
To determine whether an inground pool demolition is right for you, call an inground pool demolition contractor who can discuss your options. Dirt Connections offers partial and full swimming pool removal services, which can both be viable solutions depending on your needs and type of pool. Some homeowners may benefit from a full pool removal, while others may realize that a partial removal will suit their needs.
Partial removals involve tearing down only the top 18 inches of the pool and backfilling the rest. They are ideal for homeowners who would like their pool removed as quickly and cheaply as possible. New dwelling areas cannot be placed on the partially-demolished and filled in pool, and the partial removal must be disclosed to potential buyers when you begin the process of selling the home. Trees and other landscaping, however, are typically able to be safely placed on the former pool site. A partial pool removal can take between two and five days.
A full removal, though more expensive, can be necessary for certain types of pools — such as those with a steel collar or steel walls — and ensures that the land can be used for any new building, as the pool will be completely torn out and compacted. While this method is more expensive and can take up to seven days to complete, it has fewer possibilities for backfill error and gives homeowners more options when it comes to building on or selling their property. This option is often preferred.
Get In Touch With The Pool Demolition Pros At Dirt Connections
Dirt Connections provides all materials and equipment necessary for inground pool removal and also completes free estimates for all services. Get in touch with an inground pool demolition contractor today to discuss your pool concerns and to determine whether removal services are a good option for you.
