When it’s time to remove a pool from your property, calculating the cost accurately can help you budget effectively. Several factors affect pool removal costs, including pool size, type, disposal fees, and more. A Pool Removal Cost Calculator can simplify this process.

Calculate the Volume of the Pool

The volume of the pool is a primary factor in determining removal costs, as it impacts excavation and debris disposal. Here’s how you can calculate the volume for different pool shapes.

A. Volume of a Rectangular Pool

For a rectangular pool, use the following formula to calculate volume:

$V_{\text{rectangular}}=L\times W\times D$

where:

• $V_{\text{rectangular}}$= Volume of the pool
• L = Length of the pool
• W = Width of the pool
• D = Depth of the pool

B. Volume of a Circular Pool

For a circular pool, use this formula:

$V_{\text{circular}}=\pi \times {\left(\frac{d}{2}\right)}^2\times D$

where:

• $V_{\text{circular}}$ = Volume of the pool
• d = Diameter of the pool
• D = Depth of the pool

Calculate the removal cost

The cost of removal often depends on the volume of material that needs to be removed. If the cost of removal per cubic foot is known, you can calculate the total removal cost as follows:

$\text{Excavation Cost}=V\times C_{\text{excavation}}$

where:

• V = Volume of the pool 
• $C_{\text{excavation}}$​ = Cost of excavation per cubic foot

Calculate Total Pool Removal Cost

Now, to determine the total pool removal cost, sum all costs: excavation, debris disposal, and refill.

$\text{Total Cost}=\text{Removal Cost}+\text{Additional Cost}$

Example Calculation

Consider a rectangular pool with:

• Length (L) = 30 feet
• Width (W) = 15 feet
• Depth (D) = 5 feet

If:

• Removal cost per cubic foot ($C_{\text{excavation}}$​) = $3
• Additional = $50

Step-by-Step Calculation

Volume of the Pool:

V = 30×15×5 = 2250 cubic feet

Removal Cost:

Excavation Cost = 2250×3 = 6750 USD

Additional Cost:

Additional Cost = 50 USD

Total Cost:

Total Cost = 6750 USD + 50 USD 

Total Cost = 6800 USD