Does removing a pool affect homeowners insurance?

Yes, removing a pool almost always reduces your homeowners insurance premium. Swimming pools are classified as an "attractive nuisance" by insurance companies, meaning they create additional liability risk because they attract children who may be injured on your property. Most insurers add a pool liability surcharge of $50 to $300 per year to policies covering homes with pools. Some require a separate umbrella policy if the pool is not adequately fenced. After pool removal and proper permitting, you can contact your insurer to remove the pool from your policy, which typically results in a immediate premium reduction. Ask your contractor for a copy of the final permit closure paperwork, as your insurer will require it as proof of removal.

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