Tag: pool demolition

Niles, Illinois Pool Removal

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After many years of enjoying their pool, these homeowners decided it was time for the pool to go.  As is typical in more urban areas, the backyard was dominated by the pool and concrete pool deck.  They were anxious to have it removed and the area brought to lawn.  This was the first step in getting the house ready to sell in a few years.

 

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Their pool was a typical style we see in northern Illinois – concrete pool bottom with 3-foot fiberglass sides.  We broke up all the concrete and hauled the fiberglass sides offsite.

Our use of smaller equipment really showed on this project.  With narrow side yards, our mini excavator and compact track loader were just the right fit to get the job done.  We removed their chain link fence to get in and reinstalled it once the project was complete.

 

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After back filling, compacting, and bringing in topsoil to fine grade, we finished the project by rolling out sod to give them an instant back yard.  Now their dog has a place to play and any future owners will have a backyard to enjoy.

 

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If you live in the greater Chicago or Denver areas please do not hesitate to give us a call about swimming pool removal or any of the other services that we offer.

Golden, Colorado Pool Removal

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With this in-ground pool, our clients were in the processes of purchasing this new home.  Removing the pool was a contingent part of the sale of the house and needed to be completed in a short time frame.  We understood the client’s concerns and were able to remove the pool properly and in the time frame given.

The pool was an all concrete pool surrounded by a large concrete pool deck.  All of the concrete was broken down and used it as structural fill in the deep end of the pool.  We also removed a small shed that had housed the pool equipment.

 

 

After back filling, we brought the area to rough grade and installed erosion control blanket to stabilize the dirt.  Since the client’s had not moved in yet, they wanted to wait and see how they were going to use the space.

 

 

If you are in the greater Denver or Chicago areas and are interested in finding out more about your pool removal options, then please do not hesitate to contact us for a complimentary estimate.

Northbrook, IL Pool Removal

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We receive many pool removal calls from Northbrook, IL and this is an example of another one we completed.  After purchasing their house, our clients had focused on renovating the inside.  Now their focus is on the backyard.  The pool and wood deck had not been used in years and dominated the space.  So this did not leave much room for their kids to play safely.  They called us to discuss their Northbrook, IL pool removal options and how to best use the space they had in the back yard.

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This pool has fiberglass sides and a concrete bottom.  Because of the numerous large trees surrounding pool, maintenance was time consuming.  Even with an automatic pool cover, you still needed to clean off the leaves.

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The client had previously looked into redoing the pool and pool deck but was shocked by the cost.  They opted to remove the pool and crumbling wood deck, and restore the area back to lawn with seed and blanket.  They now have a great area to play with their kids.

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Restoring Your Lawn – Seed vs Sod – Read more here

If you are in the greater Chicago or Denver areas and are interested in finding out more about your pool removal options, then please do not hesitate to contact us for a complimentary estimate.

Arvada, Colorado Pool Removal

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Mack Land, LLC receives numerous calls about removing pools in Arvada, CO every year.  This in-ground pool dominated the backyard at this house.  Also, it had not been used in years and had fallen into disrepair.

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The family was unsure if they were going to do, put the house up for rent or for sale.  However, they knew the pool needed to be removed to make the house more appealing to a broader market.  As the backyard and pool area was a tight space to maneuver in, our use of compact equipment really shone here.  It is what makes our process of removing pools stand out from the rest.

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This pool was a liner pool with a sand bottom.  This is a common pool style we see in Colorado.  We removed the concrete walk around the pool and old concrete stairs under the deck.  The area was brought to rough grade, leaving the family with options on how they wanted to finish off the space.

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We have been removing pools for many years and are experts in the field. If you live in the greater Chicago or Denver areas, please do not hesitate to contact us for a free consultation.

Centennial, Colorado Pool Removal

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Looking for a more usable space for their residents, The Pines HOA in Centennial, CO contacted us about removing their pool.  They had a fiberglass shell pool that had not be opened and used in over a year or so.  The pool had become too expensive to maintain and it was time for it to go.

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We removed the fiberglass shell pool and the concrete walk around it.  We also removed the fence that was in place for pool safety but was not needed now.  A wood deck at the other end of the space was also removed.

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We brought the area to rough grade, giving them a blank slate to prepare for Phase 2 of their open space redesign.  The residents now have a large open space to gather and enjoy.

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We have been removing pools for many years and are experts in the field. If you live in the greater Chicago or Denver areas, please do not hesitate to contact us for a free consultation.

Woodstock, IL Pool Removal

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One of our latest in-ground pool removals was in Woodstock, IL.  This pool was a liner pool with a vermiculite bottom and fiberglass sides.  The clients were not getting a lot of use out of the pool.  They were also getting tired of the maintenance and upkeep that is required to keep a pool functioning in northern Illinois.

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Per our standards pool removal process, we pumped out the pool water, removed the vinyl liner and fiberglass sides and disposed of them offsite.  We saw cut the existing concrete pool deck to leave them a usable patio area.  The rest of the concrete was broken up and hauled offsite for recycling.

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The pool area was restored to lawn with seed and blanket.  The client’s dogs will now have an expansive back yard to run around in.

We have been removing pools for many years and are experts in the field. If you live in the greater Chicago or Denver areas, please do not hesitate to contact us for a free consultation.

Schaumburg, IL Pool Removal

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This Schaumburg, IL pool had been damaged by recent storms.  The homeowners had been debating removing the pool, and the last round of storms and damage helped make up their minds.

The pool was the dominant feature in the backyard.  It also had a large concrete patio associated with it.  We removed both the pool and the concrete patio, bringing them to a clean slate.

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We finished the project with grass seed and blanket.  Phase 2 for our clients will be to install a new patio to fit their needs.

Restoring Your Lawn – Seed vs Sod – Read more here

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If you are in the greater Chicago or Denver areas and need your pool removed then please do not hesitate to contact us for a complimentary estimate.

Pool Demolition and Removal in Northbrook, IL

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Mack Land, LLC has specialized in removing pools for over 15 years.  Northbrook, IL is a community where Mack Land, LLC has consistently removed pool after pool.  Once summer we removed three pools on one street!  Over time we have built a great working relationship with the Village.

 

 

Northbrook, Il is one of the Villages that has seen a large number of older, failing pools be removed.  Because of this, they have put together a Swimming Pool Demolition packet that outlines their requirements.  Here at Mack Land, LLC, we follow their code and go above and beyond to make sure the pool removal is done properly.  Our smaller, low impact equipment allows us to easily access backyards.  This helps reduce any additional damage to the yard or the neighbor’s yard.

 

 

Homeowners have varying reasons as to why they are opting to have their pool removed.  Some want a larger backyard space, sometimes the pool is past repair, sometimes it is the first step in preparing the house for sale.   Whatever the reason, Mack Land, LLC is experienced and ready to get the pool removal project complete.

 

If you live within Northbrook, IL, Chicagoland or Denver metro areas, give Mack Land, LLC a call and we can discuss your pool removal project.

6 Reasons to Remove your Swimming Pool

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REASONS TO REMOVE YOUR SWIMMING POOL TODAY

1. Reduce Stress and Enjoy your Back Yard

• Having a swimming pool in disrepair is stressful and could be a liability
• Every time you look into the back yard you see it and it haunts you
• At night you may lie awake trying to figure out how to deal with the problem
• Neighbors may be complaining and you may start receiving letters from the City or Village

2. Increase Real Estate Value

• Gain a bigger yard with more usable space and a more marketable space for realtors to sell, even consider adding a garden train
• Houses without a swimming pool appeal to a broader market
• Houses being sold “as is” with a swimming pool in disrepair will decrease the value of the home more than
it will cost to remove it and may decrease surrounding property values
• The cost of removing a swimming pool in disrepair will be significantly offset by the value it adds to the
property and it will make the property easier to sell

3. Save Money

• Property Tax Reduction – Pool are considered usable space are you are taxed on it
• Reduce your Home Owners Insurance Premium – Pools are a safety liability
• Lower your monthly utility costs, energy costs are constantly rising, your pool will only become
more expensive
• Water costs are rising
• Repairing an old swimming pool will cost a lot more than it will be to remove a pool over the long run

4. Conserve Clean Water

• There is a shortage of clean water in the world

5. Public Pools are like Water Parks

• Public pools are up-to-date with latest safety features such as shallow pools for toddlers
• Public pools increase social interaction among children and parents, making a community
stronger
• Your taxes are paying for the public pools, so why not use them

6. Reduce West Nile Mosquito Breeding Grounds

• Abandoned pools are the ideal spot for mosquitoes to breed

Contact us about removing your swimming pool.

We do work in both the northern Chicago and Denver areas.