Our client in Brighton, Colorado was done fighting with their fiberglass pool. They had taken to investigating and repair cracks in the pool with their scuba gear. When we removed the pool, they were anxious to see where the unknown leak had been. Once we pulled the pool from the ground, we were able to show them where the crack the leak was coming from.
With the fiberglass pool shell removed and the hole backfilled with compacted fill material, our client no longer has the worry about their pool leaking. The level area we provided in the yard is now ready for their next project.
MackLand, LLC works the Front Range and Denver Metro areas. If you are ready to find out more about removing your swimming pool, please do not hesitate to give us a call or fill our our form. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about pool removals or any of the other services that we offer.
Best Indoor Pool Removal Contractor in Boulder, CO
Swimming Pool Demolition and Removal Services
Our client had recently purchased the house and did not want the pool. They felt the pool was contributing to poor air quality in the house and wanted the pool dealt with immediately.
The limited access to this Boulder pool meant that traditional pool removal methods were not going to work. Instead we worked with the limited access. Here you are observing structural fill material being delivered by a rock slinger truck which has the ability to place material into the hopper of the blower machine that transfers it into the pool to be filled.
The pool was filled in within a week from the first contact with our client. This was expedited quickly due to possible health concerns related to the pool. Now with the pool filled, our client can move on to the second phase of renovating the space.
Not every swimming pool removal is the same, every site has constraints. If you are challenged with access, give us a call to speak with us about our limited access pool removal solutions.
This is another project where we did more than just remove the vinyl liner pool. It is a perfect example of our Low Impact Pool Removal process. All plastics and metals associated with the pool get hauled away and recycled. All concrete associated with the pool is completely demolished. It is processed into 8” fracture concrete gravel similar to PGE and used as fill. This method is lower impact and more cost effective because less has to be hauled in and out to fill in the pool.
If you are ready to find out more about removing your swimming pool, please do not hesitate to give us a call or fill our our form. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about pool removals or any of the other services that we offer. Mack Land, LLC works the Front Range and Denver Metro areas.
Are you in need of excavator services in Denver and the surrounding areas?
MackLand, LLC offers a wide variety of compact excavator services.
One of the biggest benefits of using a mini excavator is that it brings a lot of power to a small space. Even projects that don’t provide much room for large equipment, a mini excavator may be able to handle with ease. They have a small foot print but are very powerful and can manage even tough tasks. Bobcat excavator models.
Other than Excavator Services we also provide the following Services
Completing projects safely and efficiently is our number one priority. With good leadership and communication and using the best equipment for the job, you’ll end up with a great outcome every time. If you’re in the greater Denver area please contact us to discuss your compact excavator requirements.
We have been in the business for a long time and have many years of experience. No job is too big or too small.
We have built a successful business removing residential, commercial and municipal swimming pools based on our reputation and getting the job done right the first time. We were the first to provide professional pool removal services in the Denver Metro areas. We respectfully work around your home and respect the trees and existing landscape. We do our best to minimize the impact to your property.
What makes us different is how we handle this process. We use low impact machinery that minimizes the damage to your property. Part of our solution, is restoring the space where the pool once was.
Before your Arvada Pool Demolition speak with a professional company that specializes in pool removals. Our family run business has the experience and knowledge to handle any pool removal issues you may have.
Be aware of referral/marketing services that are not referring the best contractors for the job. Thelowest bid is most likely not the best bid and you can’t always trust online reviews.
One of the biggest differences in our services is that we are concerned about the impact to your property during the pool removal process. We use ground protection and specialized low ground pressure equipment.
If you are ready to find out more about removing your swimming pool, please do not hesitate to give us a call or fill our our form. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about pool removals or any of the other services that we offer. If you are located outside Arvada, please give us a call, we work the Front Range and Denver Metro areas as well.
The Pool Removal Contractor in the Denver Metro Area and Chicagoland
Pool Demolition and Removal Services
Our clients in Lakewood, CO were ready to get rid of their fiberglass shell pool that had not been used in years and enjoy their backyard. Removing the pool was their first step to creating the backyard they were looking for.
MackLand, LLC removed the fiberglass shell pool entirely and hauled it offsite for disposal. We removed the concrete walk around the pool as well.
We backfilled with clean material and compacted it in place as we went. Our clients opted for us to leave it at final grade and they plan to take it from here.
If you are ready to find out more about removing your swimming pool, please do not hesitate to give us a call or fill our our form. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about our services that we offer.
MackLand continues to improve our operation with the latest equipment and processes available. When you are building over a pool, with the price of lumber and other materials today, failure is not an option.
We utilized remote control rock slinger trucks to place the material precisely, reducing labor and exposure to harmful dust and carbon monoxide. Making things heathier and safer for both us and our clients. When filling in an indoor pool, air quality is a concern. Below is a video of the rock slinger truck being backed up to the job by remote.
We consulted with a structural engineer for the best fill material to use to provide a structurally sound floor to support interior load bearing walls that are going to support a second floor. Aggregate with a rock slinger/conveyor truck was used to fill the pool. We were able to send it in through an opening, creating a ramp into the pool to bring the compaction equipment in. This moved the material in quickly, allowing us to focus on compaction. We watered the material in, adding the moisture content to aid in maximum compaction.
This indoor pool removal was more of an indoor room renovation. Filling in the pool was the first step for our clients. They are planning on renovating this space into living area for their kids. After the concrete floor is in place, our client can move on to the next phase of converting this room it a space for their kids.
If you live in the Denver Metro Area or in Chicagoland and you are ready to find out more about removing your swimming pool, please do not hesitate to give us a call or fill our our form. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about pool removals or any of the other services that we offer.
The Skate Pool Removal Contractor in the Denver Metro Area and Chicagoland
Pool Demolition and Removal Services
Are you and your backyard skatepark getting older? Not spending a lot of time skating and wishing you had more backyard to use? Here at MackLand, LLC, while we specialize in swimming pool removals and demolition, we also remove skate pools.
When our client purchased the home, the skate pool was in place. The previous owners purposely built the skate pool to skate in their own backyard. Our client used it a bit but wanted to get more out of his backyard. That is where MackLand, LLC came in. We broke up the concrete skate pool and retaining walls and leveled the area.
We also worked with the client on possible patio and backyard designs to provide more room for entertainment. Our client opted to take that stage on themselves.
If you are ready to find out more about removing your skate or swimming pool, please do not hesitate to give us a call or fill our our form. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about our services that we offer.
No one removes more skate pools and swimming pools than MackLand.
The Best Pool Removal Contractor in Greenwood Village, CO
Swimming Pool Demolition and Removal Services
Are you thinking about removing your inground swimming pool and are in Greenwood Village? Call MackLand, LLC – landscape architects and pool removal contractor – to speak with a professional company that specializes in pool removals. Our family run business has the experience and knowledge to handle any pool removal issues you may have.
Be aware of referral/marketing services that are not referring the best contractors for the job. Thelowest bid is most likely not the best bid and you can’t always trust online reviews.
One of the biggest differences in our services is that we are concerned about the impact to your property during the pool removal process. We use ground protection and specialized low ground pressure equipment.
If you are ready to find out more about removing your swimming pool, please do not hesitate to give us a call or fill our our form. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about pool removals or any of the other services that we offer.
A swimming pool in disrepair can be a serious burden, until now! No question about it, the cost of swimming pool removal is less than to repair and maintain it. The costs associated with pools are only getting more expensive. MackLand, LLC, landscape architects and contractors, are the premier swimming pool removal specialists. We have developed a streamlined, low impact, efficient and professional process to remove swimming pools and restore the area at an affordable price. Check out our pool removal guide below for more information. Or give us a call to discuss your project.
SERVICE AREA
A swimming pool in disrepair can be a serious burden. Until now! No question about it, it is cheaper to remove a swimming pool than to continually repair and maintain it. The costs associated with owning and maintaining a pool are increasing. MackLand, LLC is the premier pool removal contractor. MackLand has developed a streamlined, low impact, efficient and professional swimming pool removal process for an affordable price.
• Northern IL – Chicagoland and the surrounding suburbs • Southern WI – Kenosha to Milwaukee • Central CO – Denver Metro and surrounding areas
Tired of fixing that old pool? You might be surprised that removing your pool may add value to your property and save you a lot of money. MackLand, LLC is an expert in affordable pool demolition and landscape restoration projects. We are committed to finding swimming pool removal solutions that minimize damage to the surrounding landscape and paved surfaces. We minimize our impact by protecting sensitive areas and use low impact equipment. Give us a call today for a quote.
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LOW IMPACT EQUIPMENT
MACKLAND, LLC USES A VARIETY OF EQUIPMENT With are focus on low impact demolition, we prefer to use lighter, yet powerful equipment to accomplish our removals. These are just some of the machines we use on the various types of swimming pool removal that we regularly perform.
Bobcat E35 Compact Excavator We use this versatile excavator for most jobs to keep the impact low to the areas surrounding demolition site. With our experienced Operators it’s capabilities are endless. Specs: 6 ft2 Weight: 8,000 lbs
Caterpillar 295D Versatile, compact, and quiet. Used for moving fill dirt and multiple other applications. Specs: 5.75 x 11.4 ft Weight: 8,987 lbs
John Deere – 6 Wheel Gator This six-wheeler allows us to bring in all our tools and supplies in and out as needed with minimal impact to the srounding property.
TYPES OF SWIMMING POOL REMOVALS
Full In-Ground Pool Removal Pool is completely demolished and removed offsite and the area is restored to lawn. For home owners that may have plans for a home addition or garage in the same area as the pool. No concrete will remain onsite.
Low Impact Swimming Pool Removal
All plastics and metals associated with the pool get hauled away and recycled. All concrete associated with the pool is completely demolished and processed into 8” fracture concrete gravel similar to PGE and used as fill. Pool area is restored to lawn. This method is lower impact and more cost effective because less has to be hauled in and out to fill in the pool.
Basic Swimming Pool Removal
Bottom of pool is perforated with holes for water to drain and sides of the pool are removed 24” below final grade. Pool area is restored to lawn.
Above Ground Swimming Pool Removal
Pool will be completely disassembled, hauled away and area will be Restored to lawn.
TYPICAL SCOPE OF SERVICE FOR MOST POOL REMOVALS
• Obtain all permits, provide drawings as needed, and pay all permit fees • Call in a Utility Locate • Pump out pool water • Protect trees as needed • Remove and reinstall fence for access • Saw cut pool deck away from any concrete to remain • Disconnect electric associated with the pool at main circuit breaker in house • Disconnect gas line – typically capped at gas meter • Demolish/remove swimming pool • Import and compact clay fill material • Import and distribute 6” of top soil over the entire disturbed area • Seed and install erosion control blanket • Repair irrigation as needed
OUR PROCESS
The process starts with two on staff landscape architects that work through all the various facets of your pool removal project such as: obtaining the permits, tree removals, irrigation conflicts, and can design build your future patio or landscape your entire back yard.
Our process goes above and beyond the typical village, city or county codes for pool removals. Most pool removal codes just require the bottom of the pool be perforated and the sides of the pool be removed 24” below grade, what we call a basic pool removal. MackLand, LLC has developed the low impact method to complete pool removals in a safe and timely minor while reducing impact to your property.
The one thing that is significant about our pool removal process is that we are processing all concrete associated with the pool into a structural fill material classified as PGE, 8” minus recycled fractured concrete gravel with fines. This material is often used for sub base under public roads. Because we process the concrete associated with the pool into fill material, also called our low impact method, it reduces heavy truck loads of concrete out and then heavy truck loads of fill back in reducing trauma to your property and public roads.
The right equipment and the right size equipment is extremely important. Mack prefers to use two rubber tracked backhoe excavators that have an operating weight of around 12,000 lbs to complete the pool demolition work. Using a backhoe is key to completing the project safely and quickly. A skid steer/Bobcat can easily get stuck in the deep end of the pool or get damaged while removing the pool side walls because the machine does not have the reach to keep a safe distance. Most under qualified contractors will use a skid steer and say they have done it before but they will be risking their safety, and may struggle and cause unnecessary damage to their machine. There are also a lot of other contractors, like excavation contractors, that will give you a great price but will come with a 26,000 lb machine with steel tracks and cause unnecessarily trauma to your property and not worry about it because it is not their job to restore your yard.
Having the right equipment and the having the right approach are key to the success of the project.
Average Cost
GOOD ACCESS (10’ WIDTH)
LIMITED (6’ WIDTH)
POOR ACCESS
Full Pool Removal
$10 – 14K
$12 – 16K
$20K and up
Low Impact Pool Removal
$7.5 – 10K
$10 – 14K
$15K and up
Basic Pool Removal
$6.5 – 9K
$7 – 12K
$12K and up
Above Ground Pool Removal
$1.5 – 3K
$2 – 4K
$4 – 6K
Comparing apples to apples is just about impossible. In most cases we provide a scope of services that you would have to go multiple contractors to get the same scope of work completed. This is something anyone can do, but to do it correctly in a timely manner you need to have the right equipment and experience. Anyone can fill in hole, but the difference is the in the possibility of settling and impact/trauma to your property by the equipment being used. An excavation company may be cheaper, but they are not going to restore damage to your yard and will likely want to use over kill equipment causing unnecessary trauma to your property. Other landscape companies do not have the equipment or demolition knowledge to complete the project in safe timely manner without future issues.
MACKLAND LOW IMPACT POOL REMOVAL METHOD ADVANTAGES
Mack operates in a timely safe professional manner and is also a landscape design build contractor.
Mack is a one stop swimming pool removal shop helping to restore your back yard to an aesthetically pleasing usable space.
We mitigate the impact this process has on your property.
Mack will respect your trees and other plants.
By using the concrete as fill, we reduce heavy truck loads of concrete out and back in with fill dirt.
The processed fill concrete, PGE – 10” recycled fractured concrete gravel with fines, acts like a stable drainage layer improving water infiltration in the area.
Because the pool concrete is processes in to PGE, it can be easily removed as needed for future addition.
MACKLAND – SAFETY, PRIORITY NUMBER ONE
We pride ourselves with keeping a safe and secure job site at all times. • Our concrete cutting is always done by wet cutting, which eliminates flying debris and dust. • Safety gear worn by all MackLand employees while on site. • Safety Fence, to keep people out of the job site and safe from harm. • Road-side traffic control, eliminates any risk of accidents while moving machinery or fill dirt to and from the job site to the street.
• The biggest mistake is hiring a company that is not qualified or trying to attempt it yourself. • It is very possible to create unforeseen problems in future by leaving any part of the pool intact. • It extremely easy to have an inexperienced machine operator fall in the pool with their machine and get hurt if they do not respect the danger. • Contractors or home owners without experience demolishing vertical walls will likely damage the equipment they are using or get hurt. • A bobcat or a skid steer is not a good machine to demolish a pool with. • Some contractors try and use over kill equipment causing unnecessary impact your property and roads. • Hiring someone that will take forever to complete the project. • Having the wrong strategy to complete the project. • Choosing the wrong access route that will cause unnecessary impact to property. • Accessing pool area without protecting or avoiding sensitive trees. • Using sod instead of seed.
LOW IMPACT PARTIAL POOL REMOVAL
When MackLand LLC removes your pool, we bring the ground back to its native condition. We break up the pool bottom for proper drainage and compaction. This process ensures for zero settling issues and various other problems that can occur if the removals aren’t preformed in this manner. We strongly suggest that you remove the entire pool for the best possible ground conditions. As you can see our competitors don’t stack up with MackLand.
FILL MATERIAL
MackLand, LLC uses local fill dirt from residential projects only in compliance with all IL, WI, CO, and Federal EPA Codes. Mack also inspects and rejects loads of dirt that are not suitable. We make sure you are getting local, uncontaminated fill dirt that has the right soil structure to reduce settling issues.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Settling is the most common question asked. To date MackLand, LLC has never had an issue with settling on a pool removal. Why? Because we fill in thin even layers and compact it evenly as we fill the pool in.
How long will it take? Most in ground pool removals are completed in 3-7 days. Above ground pool removals are completed in one day.
Who gets the permits? MackLand, LLC will obtain all permits and provide drawings as needed as part of our services.
How do we get started? MackLand, LLC will start the permit process with a signed contract and a copy of your plat of survey.
What is PGE? PGE is a regional classification of coarse gravel. PGE is 6-10” minus recycled fractured concrete gravel with fines suitable for use as sub base for roads or for general structural fill. MackLand, LLC will process all concrete associated with the pool into PGE and use it as fill material.
What is better sod or seed? Seed is by far the best way to go. Grass grown from seed will develop a more drought tolerant root system and blend into your existing lawn better. Also with sod it very possible to get grubs and other pests from the sod farm.
When do you need the project deposit? MackLand, LLC prefers to pick up the deposit check in person after the permits are approved. Mack will deliver the permits and pick up the deposit check at that time. The remaining balance is due on completion.
POOL REMOVAL SPECIFICATIONS
Full Swimming Pool Removal Specification (All concrete to be hauled off site)
Call in a Utility Locate “Julie” 1 week prior to start
Install plywood and/or wood chips to protect access path as needed
Pump out existing pool water and discharge to curb or on property
Safely disconnect and remove all pool utilities, gas and electric
Demolish and haul off concrete pool bottom
Demolish pool sides and haul off all concrete
Demolish pool deck and haul off all concrete
Import fill, distribute and compact fill material
Import pulverized topsoil as needed
Grade entire disturbed area (all areas will be graded with positive drainage away from all structures)
Seed all disturbed areas with Kentucky Bluegrass mix with DS-75 Erosion Control (straw blanket)
Remove plywood and/or wood chips along access path
NOTE: ALL DEMOLISHED POOL CONCRETE WILL BE HAULED AND DISPOSED OF OFFSITE. ALL PLASTICS, FIBERGLASS AND METAL WILL BE REMOVED OFF SITE AND RECYCLED.
Low Impact Concrete Pool Removal Specification (Concrete to remain on site)
Call in a Utility Locate “Julie” 1 week prior to start
Install plywood and/or wood chips to protect access path as needed
Pump out existing pool water and discharge to curb or on property
Safely disconnect and remove all pool utilities, gas and electric
Break up and pulverize pool bottom into 10” minus recycled fractured concrete fill
Break up pool sides and pulverize pool sides into 10” minus recycled fractured concrete fill
Break up pool deck and pulverize pool deck into 10” minus recycled fractured concrete fill
Compact all fractured concrete in layers
Import fill, distribute and compact fill material
Import pulverized topsoil as needed
Grade entire disturbed area (all areas will be graded with positive drainage away from all structures)
Seed all disturbed areas with Kentucky Bluegrass mix with DS-75 Erosion Control (straw blanket)
Remove plywood and/or wood chips along access path
NOTE: ALL DEMOLISHED POOL CONCRETE WILL BE PROCESSED INTO PGE LIKE MATERIAL TO BE USED AS STRUCTURAL FILL. ALL PLASTICS, FIBERGLASS AND METAL WILL BE REMOVED OFF SITE AND RECYCLED.
Basic Pool Removal (Floor is perforated and sides are removed 24” below grade)
Call in a Utility Locate “Julie” 1 week prior to start
Install plywood and/or wood chips to protect access path as needed
Pump out existing pool water and discharge to curb or on property
Safely disconnect and remove all pool utilities, gas and electric
Break up pool bottom/floor for drainage
Remove sides of pool a minimum of 24” below final grade
Break up pool deck and pulverize pool deck into 10” minus recycled fractured concrete fill
Compact all fractured concrete in layers
Import fill, distribute and compact fill material
Import pulverized topsoil as needed
Grade entire disturbed area (all areas will be graded with positive drainage away from all structures)
Seed all disturbed areas with Kentucky Bluegrass mix with DS-75 Erosion Control (straw blanket)
Remove plywood and/or wood chips along access path
NOTE: ALL PLASTICS, FIBERGLASS AND METAL WILL BE REMOVED OFF SITE AND RECYCLED.
Basic In-Door Swimming Pool Removal (Floor is perforated)
Call in a Utility Locate “Julie” 1 week prior to start
Seal off all openings and provide dust control
Create access – typically remove sliding glass doors
Pump out existing pool water and discharge to curb or on property
Safely disconnect and remove all pool utilities, gas and electric
Remove pool liner and dispose offsite
Break up pool bottom to provide drainage
Remove pool walls a minimum of 18” below grade or entirely if fiberglass or steel walls and dispose offsite
Import structural fill materials and compact in layers
Prep for new concrete floor
Basic Above Ground Pool Removal
Call in a Utility Locate “Julie” 1 week prior to start
Pump out existing pool water and discharge to curb or on property
Safely disconnect and remove all pool utilities, gas and electric
Remove pool liner and dispose offsite
Disassemble pool and recycle all materials
Import topsoil
Seed and blanked disturbed area
NOTE: ALL PLASTICS, FIBERGLASS AND METAL WILL BE REMOVED OFF SITE AND RECYCLED.
Basic Liner/Fiberglass Pool Removal (Floor is perforated)
Call in a Utility Locate “Julie” 1 week prior to start
Install plywood and/or wood chips to protect access path as needed
Pump out existing pool water and discharge to curb or on property
Safely disconnect and remove all pool utilities, gas and electric
Remove pool liner and dispose offsite
Break up and pulverize pool bottom into 10” recycled fractured concrete fill
Break up pool deck and pulverize pool deck into 10” minus recycled fractured concrete fill
Compact all fractured concrete in layers
Import fill, distribute and compact fill material
Import pulverized topsoil as needed
Grade entire disturbed area (all areas will be graded with positive drainage away from all structures)
Seed all disturbed areas with Kentucky Bluegrass mix with DS-75 Erosion Control (straw blanket)
Low Impact Liner/Fiberglass Pool Removal Specification (Concrete to remain on site)
Call in a Utility Locate “Julie” 1 week prior to start
Install plywood and/or wood chips to protect access path as needed
Pump out existing pool water and discharge to curb or on property
Safely disconnect and remove all pool utilities, gas and electric
Break up and pulverize pool bottom into 10” recycled fractured concrete fill
Remove and dispose of pool liner
Remove fiberglass pool sides and dispose offsite
Break up pool deck and pulverize pool deck into 10” minus recycled fractured concrete fill
Compact all fractured concrete in layers
Import fill, distribute and compact fill material
Import pulverized topsoil as needed
Grade entire disturbed area (all areas will be graded with positive drainage away from all structures)
Seed all disturbed areas with Kentucky Bluegrass mix with DS-75 Erosion Control (straw blanket)
Remove plywood and/or wood chips along access path
NOTE: ALL DEMOLISHED POOL CONCRETE WILL BE PROCESSED INTO PGE LIKE MATERIAL TO BE USED AS STRUCTURAL FILL. ALL PLASTICS, FIBERGLASS AND METAL WILL BE REMOVED OFF SITE AND RECYCLED.
