Project scope at a glance
- Maximum shell removal
- Waste cartage and disposal
- Controlled backfill placement
- Optional compaction documentation
- Lawn or landscape finish
What complete removal normally includes
The project may include draining the pool, disconnecting services, removing equipment, breaking out concrete or lifting a fibreglass shell, separating waste, carting material away, importing fill and rebuilding the area in layers.
When owners consider full removal
Full removal is often considered where the owner wants maximum confidence about what remains below ground, where major landscaping is planned or where future construction may be contemplated. Any proposed building work requires separate professional advice.
Access and machinery
Open access can permit larger excavators, trucks and faster cartage. Narrow side access may require mini excavators, track loaders, conveyor systems or additional hand work. The quote should state the assumed access and machinery plan.
Documentation and future records
Keep the contract, photographs, disposal records, approvals, inspection documents and any compaction or engineering reports. These records may help future owners, certifiers or designers understand what was done.
Questions to ask before accepting a quote
- What removal method is included and what will remain below ground?
- Which approvals, licences, inspections or specialist reports apply?
- How will waste, fill, drainage and compaction be handled?
- What access assumptions and exclusions are built into the price?
- What documents and photographs will be provided at completion?
- QBCC guidance on deregistering and lawfully decommissioning a pool
- Business Queensland information about demolition licensing
Approval and licensing requirements vary. A building certifier, council and the proposed contractor should confirm the requirements for the property.
Ready to discuss the pool?
Send the pool type, suburb, access and photos for an initial project review.