1.   How much does it cost to dig a pool?

The factors that determine the price are the access, size, depths, and features of the pool, also the location of your residence and the soil conditions. Digs can cost from $1000 to $15,000.

 

2.   What determines a hard dig?

A pool becomes a hard dig when the tractor will not dig through the ground without using special attachments like a ripper shank or a hydraulic hammer.

 

3.   Can you dig through the hard ground with a smaller bucket?

We can use a smaller bucket in the harder ground but that is essentially the same as a ripper shank. Putting on a smaller bucket would take two to three times longer to dig the pool, increasing the price of the excavation.

 

4.   Is rocky soil considered a hard dig?

The answer is no. However, this type of soil will often require additional dump fees, as it is expensive to dispose of and usually has to be hauled long distances.  Rocky soil digs are generally less expensive than hard digs.

 

5.   Are there additional charges for grass and sod, and why?

Yes, grass and sod are considered trash and they are only accepted at a few places in town. The fees for dumping grass are very expensive; however, we will remove the grass out of the pool area for free if you keep it. Keep in mind that dead grass is still grass.

 

6.   Can I remove the grass myself?

Yes, you may. When you remove the grass you need to get all of the roots too to avoid the grass removal charges. Sod cutters will only work if the grass was laid down recently. The only way to properly remove it is with a tractor. Weed eating it down to the dirt, tilling it up, or lighting it on fire are not ways to remove it.

 

7.   Are there additional fees for landscape rock?

If the rock is one inch or smaller, there is no fee.

 

8.   What needs to be done prior to excavation?

a)    Have a plan

b)    Have a permit

c)    Have a layout done

d)    Have a blue stake done at least two days prior to dig (602-263-1100)

e)    Fax plan to excavator (602-795-7082)

f)     Move everything out of the path to the pool that you don’t want run over. There is always a possibility that concrete may break. Sprinklers will break. We do our best to minimize damage, but we are not responsible for damage to landscaping, sidewalls, or driveways.

g)    Have the elevation of your pool determined. It is your job as a pool company or homeowner to set your own elevations. We may help you if you need it.

h)   Determine if a pregrade is needed. This is the most overlooked step in building a pool.

 

9.   What is a pregrade?

A pregrade is grading required to meet the subgrade of your pool deck. It can also be done to allow proper drainage away from your pool so in heavy rain your pool won’t fill up with muddy water causing expensive repairs.