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Complete Swimming Pool Shell Removal in San Diego, CA
100% extraction of the gunite or fiberglass pool shell, steel rebar, bond beam, and plumbing lines—the required method when you plan to build an ADU, room addition, or new structure over the footprint.
Our local San Diego crew handles 8-to-12-inch pneumatic shotcrete shells, #4 steel rebar grids, and schedule-40 pvc return lines using a dedicated Yanmar ViO55-6A narrow-track excavator with Montabert SC22 hydraulic rock hammer and Wacker Neuson vibratory trench roller, working in full alignment with City of San Diego DSD Information Bulletin 177 Engineered Full Pool Removal & ASTM D1557 90%–95% Proctor Compaction. Every project starts with a free site visit and an itemized written estimate so there are zero surprises.
- Target Materials: 8-to-12-inch pneumatic shotcrete shells, #4 steel rebar grids, and schedule-40 PVC return lines
- Dedicated Crew Equipment: Yanmar ViO55-6A narrow-track excavator with Montabert SC22 hydraulic rock hammer and Wacker Neuson vibratory trench roller
- Local Regulatory Standard: City of San Diego DSD Information Bulletin 177 Engineered Full Pool Removal & ASTM D1557 90%–95% Proctor Compaction
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What Is Included in Complete Swimming Pool Shell Removal
- Full bond beam, wall, and floor concrete extraction
- Rebar shearing and concrete recycling haul-off
- Geotechnical lift compaction (90%–95% relative compaction)
- Buildable pad ready for soils engineer certification
Ideal project fit: Homeowners planning a backyard ADU, garage, or home expansion over the former pool area.
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Our 5-Step Demolition Process
1. On-Site Walkthrough & Written Quote.
We inspect access width, utilities, neighbor boundaries, and materials, then send a clear written price.
2. Permits & Utility Clearances.
We align project filings and disconnects with City of San Diego DSD Information Bulletin 177 Engineered Full Pool Removal & ASTM D1557 90%–95% Proctor Compaction.
3. Safe, Dust-Controlled Execution.
Our operators deploy our Yanmar ViO55-6A narrow-track excavator with Montabert SC22 hydraulic rock hammer and Wacker Neuson vibratory trench roller with perimeter fencing and water misting.
4. Material Sorting & Recycling.
Clean concrete, metal, and salvageable materials are separated for San Diego C&D recycling facilities.
5. Clean Site Handoff.
We grade or sweep the work zone clean and verify readiness for your builder, inspector, or next phase.
Have questions about permits or utility shut-offs? See our utility disconnect checklist and timeline guide.
Complete Swimming Pool Shell Removal FAQs
How much does complete swimming pool shell removal cost in San Diego?
Pricing depends on square footage, material thickness, equipment access, and hauling tonnage. We visit your San Diego property at no cost and provide an itemized written estimate.
Do I need a permit for complete swimming pool shell removal?
Permit requirements depend on your municipality and structural scope under City of San Diego DSD Information Bulletin 177 Engineered Full Pool Removal & ASTM D1557 90%–95% Proctor Compaction. Our team verifies the exact rule for your parcel and helps with paperwork.
How do you protect adjacent structures, driveways, and neighbor fences?
We lay protective mats, fence the work zone, mist active dust, and dismantle inward away from shared property lines before sweeping the street clean.
Is the initial on-site walkthrough free?
Yes. Every project starts with a free San Diego site visit and a clear price in writing with zero obligation.
Book Your Free Complete Swimming Pool Shell Removal Site Visit
Tell us about your San Diego project and timeline. We will inspect your site and send a clear written estimate.