Have you ever UN-filled in an in-ground pool?

[Charlie MacPherson]

I'm working with a client who is looking for a home with an in-ground pool.  We have a good potential candidate, but the pool has been filled in.

Has anybody ever reversed that process?  Anything special to look out for aside of the obvious damage to the lining / walls, plumbing?

[Peter Sanchez]

I don't think you can.  My understanding is that they break up (or drill?) a lot of the bottom and sides of the pool so that water will drain into the soil.  If you dig up all the dirt, you will have a giant leaky sieve/strainer and you'll have to basically start over again.