Pool removal costs $6,000 on average, with most homeowners paying between $5,000 and $8,000 depending on pool type, size, and removal method.1 HomeAdvisor puts the average fill-in at $8,000 ($4,000 to $12,000 range),2 and Fixr puts it at $7,500 ($5,000 to $10,000 range).3 Prices below are national averages*.
*National averages, not local quotes. Angi and HomeAdvisor figures are from 2026 guides; Fixr figures are from a guide updated January 2025. Your price depends on pool size and material, partial versus full removal, and local disposal and permit fees.
$6,000
average removal (Angi, 2026)
$8,000
average fill-in (HomeAdvisor, 2026)
$7,500
average fill-in (Fixr, 2025)
$300–$800
above-ground removal (Angi/HomeAdvisor, 2026)
What the sources say
| Source | Headline figures | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Angi (updated Oct 2026) | $6,000 average; most pay $5,000 – $8,000; about $13.50 per sq. ft.; above-ground removal from $300 | Labor $1,000 – $3,000; structural engineer $100 – $200 per hour; permits about $200 |
| HomeAdvisor (updated Jun 2026) | Fill-in scope: $8,000 average, $4,000 – $12,000 range; small fills from $2,000; complex removals to $19,000 | Corporate sibling of Angi – matching figures alone don’t establish independent corroboration. Permits $50 – $250; concrete deck removal $500 – $1,700 |
| Fixr (updated Jan 2025) | Fill-in scope: $7,500 average for a defined 12×24 ft. fiberglass removal, $5,000 – $10,000 range; low $3,000; high $15,000 | Labor $1,000 – $4,000 on a defined 12×12 ft. breakdown; permits $50 – $250 |
Angi and HomeAdvisor are corporate siblings, so matching figures alone don’t establish independent corroboration. Fixr’s figures are separately published, and the pages state no shared sourcing. The three guides scope their averages differently (removal versus fill-in), so treat them as labeled figures rather than one confirmed number.
Partial fill-in vs. full removal
| Method | Angi (2026) | HomeAdvisor (2026) | Fixr (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Partial fill-in | $2,500 – $10,000 | $2,000 – $7,000 (average $5,000) | $3,000 – $7,000 |
| Full removal | $4,000 – $16,000 | $9,000 – $19,000 (average $9,000) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
The publishers state different spans for both methods; all are presented as published, with no stated basis for reconciling them. All three sources note that a partial fill-in leaves part of the pool in the ground; whether local rules require disclosure of a partial fill-in at sale, and whether future construction is permitted on the area, need confirmation with the local authority and a qualified engineer.1,2,3
Cost by pool material
| Material | Angi (2026) | HomeAdvisor (2026) | Fixr (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $3,000 – $10,000 | $3,000 – $10,000 | $3,000 – $10,000 |
| Concrete | $3,000 – $15,000 | $3,000 – $15,000 | $3,000 – $15,000 |
| Fiberglass | $5,000 – $15,000 | $5,000 – $10,000 | $5,000 – $10,000 |
| Gunite | $3,000 – $15,000 | not listed | not listed |
Vinyl and concrete spans match across all three publishers, and fiberglass matches between HomeAdvisor and Fixr. Angi and HomeAdvisor are corporate siblings; the matching Fixr figures are separately published, and the pages state no shared sourcing. All three note fiberglass and some vinyl pools require full removal, while concrete pools are commonly partially filled.1,2,3
Cost by pool size (Fixr, 2025, labor included)
| Pool size | Average cost range |
|---|---|
| 10 x 20 ft. | $2,000 – $10,000 |
| 10 x 30 ft. | $2,500 – $10,000 |
| 12 x 20 ft. | $2,250 – $10,000 |
| 12 x 24 ft. | $2,500 – $10,000 |
| 14 x 28 ft. | $3,000 – $12,000 |
| 15 x 30 ft. | $4,000 – $15,000 |
| 18 x 36 ft. | $5,000 – $16,000 |
| 20 x 40 ft. | $7,000 – $18,000 |
Fixr notes depth, fill method, soil, and finish work cause the wide, overlapping ranges at each size.3
In-ground cost by size and method (Angi, 2026)
| In-ground pool size | Partial fill-in | Full removal |
|---|---|---|
| 10 x 20 ft. | $2,000 – $6,200 | $4,300 – $10,800 |
| 12 x 24 ft. | $2,300 – $7,700 | $4,600 – $11,600 |
| 14 x 28 ft. | $2,300 – $7,700 | $4,900 – $12,900 |
| 15 x 30 ft. | $2,500 – $8,100 | $4,100 – $13,400 |
| 18 x 36 ft. | $2,800 – $9,300 | $5,600 – $15,100 |
| 20 x 40 ft. | $3,000 – $10,300 | $6,100 – $16,400 |
| 30 x 50 ft. | $4,100 – $14,700 | $8,000 – $22,500 |
Fill dirt volume estimates (HomeAdvisor, 2026)
HomeAdvisor estimates structural fill dirt at $5 to $15 per cubic yard, excluding labor and other costs, and derives volume from length x width x depth in feet divided by 27:2
| Dimensions (ft.) | Volume (cubic yards) | Fill dirt cost range |
|---|---|---|
| 12 x 24 x 5 | 53 | $265 – $795 |
| 15 x 30 x 5 | 83 | $416 – $1,245 |
| 16 x 32 x 5 | 95 | $475 – $1,425 |
Fill materials
| Material | Cost per cubic yard | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Gravel | $5 – $8 | Angi (2026), HomeAdvisor (2026), Fixr (2025) |
| Dirt | $8 – $12 | Angi (2026), HomeAdvisor (2026), Fixr (2025) |
| Topsoil | $12 – $55 | HomeAdvisor (2026) |
| Topsoil | $12 – $15 | Fixr (2025) |
| Concrete (surface pour) | $104 – $144 | Fixr (2025) |
Gravel and dirt rates match across all three publishers; Angi and HomeAdvisor are corporate siblings, and the matching Fixr figures are separately published with no shared sourcing stated. The two topsoil spans are presented as published.1,2,3
Above-ground pool removal
Removing an above-ground pool costs $300 to $800 at both Angi and HomeAdvisor (corporate siblings, so the match is not independent corroboration); HomeAdvisor notes a pool with a deck can run up to $5,000.1,2 Fixr prices above-ground removal from $500, approaching $2,000 when the area beneath needs landscaping.3
Labor and engineering
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Removal labor | $1,000 – $3,000 | Angi (2026) |
| Labor on a defined 12 x 12 ft. fill-in | $1,000 – $4,000 | Fixr (2025) |
| Structural engineer oversight | $100 – $200 per hour | Angi (2026) |
Additional costs
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Permits | about $200 | Angi (2026) |
| Permits | $50 – $250 (average $200) | HomeAdvisor (2026) |
| Permits | $50 – $250 | Fixr (2025) |
| Draining the pool | up to $175 | Angi (2026) |
| Deck removal | $2 – $5 per sq. ft. | Angi (2026) |
| Concrete deck removal | $500 – $1,700 total | HomeAdvisor (2026) |
| Fence or enclosure removal | $800 – $2,000 (large cage $5,000+) | Angi (2026) |
| Disposal fees | $150 – $500 | Angi (2026) |
| Dumpster rental | $200 – $550 | Fixr (2025) |
| Clean up on a defined 12 x 12 ft. fill-in | $320 – $800 | Fixr (2025) |
| Soil compaction | $250 – $1,000 | Angi (2026) |
| Seeding | $0.10 – $0.20 per sq. ft. | Angi (2026) |
| Sod installation | $1.50 – $3.00 per sq. ft. | Angi (2026) |
| Landscaping after fill-in | $500 – $5,000 | Fixr (2025) |
| Wooden deck removal (add-on) | $1,000 – $2,000 | Angi (2026) |
| Pool electrician for component removal | $75 – $150 per hour | Angi (2026) |
| Paver or concrete patio removal (add-on) | $1,000 – $2,000+ | Angi (2026) |
Converting the space (Fixr, 2025, removal plus new project)
| Project | Average cost (labor included) |
|---|---|
| Garden | $8,000 – $20,000 |
| Deck | $10,000 – $25,000 |
| Pond | $10,000 – $35,000 |
| Greenhouse | $10,000 – $35,000 |
| Sunken patio | $10,000 – $35,000 |
Related guides
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Pool Maintenance Cost
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All cost guides
Sources
1. Angi — How Much Does Pool Removal Cost? (2026)
2. HomeAdvisor — How Much Does It Cost to Fill in a Pool? (2026)
3. Fixr — Cost to Fill In a Pool (2025)