Pool Deck Demolition Cost

Pool deck demolition involves breaking up the existing concrete, separating it from the pool edge and nearby improvements, and removing the debris from the property. Southern California costs depend on concrete thickness and reinforcement, equipment access, disposal logistics, and the care required near the pool shell, plumbing, coping, landscaping, and structures. Hand demolition or long debris-hauling routes generally require more labor.

Typical range: $5–$14 per square foot — Southern California (2026 pricing)

What moves the price

• Concrete thickness and reinforcement — Thicker slabs and concrete containing substantial rebar or wire reinforcement take more time and equipment to break apart and process.
• Equipment and hauling access — Restricted side yards, gates, slopes, and long travel paths can limit machinery and increase manual handling of debris.
• Protection of adjacent features — Working close to the pool shell, coping, plumbing, drains, walls, landscaping, or buildings requires more controlled demolition.
• Disposal requirements — Debris volume, loading time, haul distance, container needs, and local recycling or disposal charges affect total demolition cost.
• Deck layout — Curves, steps, raised sections, and isolated concrete areas can slow saw cutting, breaking, and removal.