Dedicated to Real Results for Atlanta Homeowners

We started Atlanta Pool Removal Pros with a single goal: help families in Marietta, Sandy Springs, and throughout the metro area reclaim space that was once tied up in expensive, unused swimming pools.

Our Team and Experience: With decade-plus experience in residential excavation, our team understands the geological challenges of Georgia—specifically the ways our clay soil needs to be managed for perfect compaction. We aren't just here to demo; we're here to restore the property's potential.

We have handled local projects that range from small suburban lots to larger residential estates in Alpharetta. No job is too small or too technically challenging for our core group of specialists.

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Our team at a project site in Sandy Springs

Our Founding Story & Geotechnical Focus

Before launching Atlanta Pool Removal Pros, our founders worked for years in commercial site development and civil engineering projects across North Georgia. During that time, they observed a troubling trend: many general contractors were filling in swimming pools by simply tossing the concrete debris into the hole, covering it with loose yard dirt, and grading over it. Within two to three years, these unengineered backfills would inevitably settle, creating hazardous sinkholes, marshy lawn areas, and making it impossible for homeowners to construct decks, patios, or home additions.

Recognizing the need for a specialized, engineering-first residential pool removal service, we established our company to combine heavy excavation equipment with strict geotechnical compaction standards. By focusing exclusively on residential pool removals and restorations, we have built a reputation as the most trusted authority in Northern Georgia for reclaiming suburban backyard space safely and permanently.

Meet Our Leadership & Engineering Partners

Marcus Vance

Founder & Principal Project Lead

Marcus has over 15 years of earthmoving and residential demolition experience in Metro Atlanta. He holds a degree in Construction Management from Kennesaw State University and coordinates all permits, county arborist reviews, and field operations across our active site locations.

Sarah Jenkins, P.E.

Geotechnical Consultant Partner

Sarah is a licensed civil engineer specializing in Northern Georgia soil mechanics. She reviews all engineering plans, establishes our soil moisture control protocols, and performs nuclear density gauge testing to issue certified compaction reports for homeowners seeking structural sign-offs.

David Thornton

Chief Equipment Operator

David is a master operator with over 12,000 hours of operating time on compact loaders, mini-excavators, and heavy hydraulic breakers. He specializes in maneuvering equipment through tight-access yards and historic lots without causing damage to driveways or mature trees.

Our Core Engineering & Operations Standards

We believe that high-quality pool removal is defined by the technical standards enforced behind the scenes. We execute every project according to four operational pillars:

1. Geotechnical Soil Compaction

We source clean, structural sandy clay fill from certified North Georgia quarries, completely avoiding low-quality topsoils that contain organic decay. During backfilling, we place the soil in thin 6-to-8-inch horizontal layers (lifts) and mechanically compact each lift using walk-behind sheepsfoot rollers and vibratory plate compactors to reach 95% Modified Proctor density (ASTM D698).

2. Clean Debris Recycling & Waste Diversion

Demolishing a concrete or gunite pool generates between 60 and 80 tons of masonry debris and steel reinforcing bar. We never bury this material in the yard during full removals. Instead, we haul it to local material processing centers where the concrete is crushed and recycled into road base aggregate, reducing landfill impact and supporting local infrastructure.

3. Canopy Protection & Arborist Code Compliance

We work closely with certified arborists in Sandy Springs, Decatur, and Atlanta. We map Critical Root Zones (CRZ) of protected trees, install timber bridge protection mats to distribute vehicle weight, and deploy pneumatic air-spades to clean-prune roots, preventing root damage and ensuring mature trees survive the excavation process.

4. Professional Stormwater & Drainage Mitigation

Replacing a large pool shell alters your property's hydrological drainage patterns. We implement professional grading plans, install Type C wire-backed silt fencing, and set up French drains when necessary. This manages stormwater runoff and prevents erosion, keeping your yard dry and protecting neighboring yards from flooding.

Our Safety, Licensure & Insurance Commitment

Residential pool demolition is a high-risk operation that involves working near home foundations, underground utilities, septic systems, and mature landscaping. We hold ourselves to the highest safety and regulatory standards to protect your property and our crews:

Comprehensive Demolition Insurance: We carry a $2,000,000 general liability insurance policy specifically written for structural demolition and excavation. This is a critical distinction, as standard landscaping or general contracting policies often contain exclusions for damage caused by heavy machinery or structural cave-ins.
OSHA Compliance & Safety Training: Every member of our field crew undergoes mandatory OSHA 10-hour safety training, and our supervisors hold OSHA 30 certifications. We hold daily safety briefings on-site before starting any heavy equipment.
Vibration Monitoring: When using heavy hydraulic breakers to fracture reinforced concrete pools close to home foundations, we install seismic vibration monitors on the home's footings to ensure energy transmission remains well within safe engineering limits.
Georgia 811 Utility Coordination: We coordinate directly with Georgia 811 to locate and mark all public utilities (gas, water, electric, fiber optics) before breaking ground. We also scan for private lines (such as irrigation systems and landscape lighting) to avoid damage.

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