Mount Dora · Lake County
Pool Demolition & Excavation
in Mount Dora, FL
Mount Dora does not publish a separate pool removal checklist. A pool comes out under the city's demolition permit, filed online with Demolition as the work type, and because removals start at $9,500, a recorded Notice of Commencement is part of it. Mintel Land Management handles that filing, breaks out the shell and leaves compacted ground you can use.
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Pool Demolition & Excavation done right
Full pool removal or fill-in: we remove the shell, backfill with clean material, and compact so the ground is stable and usable. We also excavate for pool companies that need the hole dug before the shell goes in. Insured and owner-operated, so the people who quote your job are the people running the machines. Call us at 407-443-2863 for a free estimate.
How it works
Getting pool demolition & excavation done in Mount Dora
File online, record the NOC
We file the Mount Dora demolition permit online with Demolition as the work type, record the Notice of Commencement, and confirm the inspection steps with the Building Division by phone.
Drain, break and sort
The pool is drained and broken out. Shell concrete is loaded separately from tile, coping and equipment so the clean concrete goes to Tavares at the lower rate.
Backfill and compact
Clean fill goes in lifts, each one compacted before the next, so the old pool area does not sink into a dip after the first few summer storms.
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Pool Demolition & Excavation · Mount Dora
No pool checklist, so the demo permit rules
Some Florida cities hand you a one-page sheet for pool removals. Mount Dora does not, so we treat a pool like any other demolition. The permit goes to the City of Mount Dora Building Division on North Baker Street, filed online with Demolition as the work type. Any job over $5,000 also needs a recorded Notice of Commencement, and a full pool removal here always clears that bar.
Because there is no published pool rule, we call the Building Division before we break ground to confirm what the inspector wants to see, such as a look at the drained and broken shell before backfill. That one call keeps a job from stalling with a hole open in your yard. If asbestos turns up in any structure coming down with the pool, licensed abatement and the Florida DEP notice come first.
Fill-in or full removal on a Mount Dora lot
A fill-in leaves the lower part of the shell in the ground. We punch drain holes through the bottom so water does not collect in it, then backfill with clean material in lifts and compact. A full removal takes the whole shell out, which is the better choice if you may build on that spot later or want no questions from a future buyer. On a tight Mount Dora lot we also plan the truck route across the yard ahead of time, so the work does not tear up more lawn, irrigation or landscaping than it has to.
Either way, the broken concrete leaves on our trucks for the Lake County Central Solid Waste Facility in Tavares. Clean concrete costs less per ton there than mixed debris, so we keep the shell concrete apart from tile, coping and liner scraps. Full removal runs $9,500 to $30,000 with demo, haul-off, backfill, compaction and the permit included.
Local rules · Lake County
What to know before you build or tear down in Mount Dora
Pool removal in Mount Dora
Who issues the permit
Where the debris goes
Rules and fees checked against official sources in October 2026. Cities change them, so we confirm with City of Mount Dora Building Division before every job.
What Clients Say
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“We hired Mintel Land Management to demo a house and the job was completed on time and everything was done correctly, inspectors were glad to have a good contractor on the job.”
“I have used this company over a dozen times with the removal of trees and stumps in my yard. The owner has become more of a friend then just a demolition company.”
“Reliable and dependable. Straightforward pricing does great work. Will definitely use again.”
“We contacted Kyle in hopes that he would be able to remove a very large pine stump from our back yard and grade the area after removal. He was above and beyond helpful and even cleared the vacant property lines on both sides of our property! He was very professional and respectful of our property, he was on time and his prices were very reasonable for the work performed. We will definitely be using his services in the future for our driveway widening project and any other future projects. 6 stars, I highly recommend using Mintel Land Management.”
“Excellent experience from start to finish. Fast, professional, and easy to work with. Would definitely recommend and use again.”
“Kyle came and pulled a few fallen trees out at my property and graded out another part. He came when he said he was going to as well.”
Mount Dora FAQ
Common questions
- Why does my pool removal need a Notice of Commencement?
- Mount Dora requires a recorded Notice of Commencement on any permitted job over $5,000, and pool removal starts at $9,500. The notice is recorded with the county and gives anyone who works on the job a clear record of the project. We prepare it and get it recorded before work starts.
- Should I fill in the pool or remove it completely if I plan to sell?
- If you might sell, a full removal is usually the cleaner answer. There is nothing left buried for an inspector or buyer to ask about, and the spot can be built on later. A fill-in costs less and works if the area will stay lawn or garden. We will tell you honestly which fits your plans.
- What happens to the pump, heater and screen enclosure?
- We disconnect and haul off the pool equipment, and we can take down the screen enclosure and the deck in the same job if you want them gone. Tell us on the walkthrough what stays and what goes, so the quote covers everything and nothing gets left behind on the side of the house.
- What does pool demolition & excavation cost in Mount Dora?
- A fill-in is faster and cheaper; a full removal excavates the whole shell, backfills with clean material, and compacts it so you can build or sell over it. We do both and will tell you which fits. Every property is different, so the only honest number is one we give you after walking the site. Call 407-443-2863 for a free, no-obligation estimate in Mount Dora.
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