Rotted decks, porches and stairs taken apart carefully, with the house wall protected and lumber sorted for disposal or reuse.
A weathered deck can be dangerous long before it looks it. Rotten joists, loose rails and failing ledger boards cause real accidents. Removing a deck or porch safely means looking at how it is attached to the house and what is hidden beneath the boards.
We inspect the structure, shut off anything wired to it, such as lights or outlets, and take it apart in reverse order of construction. We detach the ledger carefully so siding and flashing are damaged as little as possible. Footings can be left or removed, and treated lumber is sorted and hauled properly. The area is raked and cleared for a new deck, a patio or a yard.
The board that attaches the deck to the house is the most delicate part to remove. We take it off carefully and tell you what siding and flashing repair is likely.
Concrete footings can stay for the next structure or be dug out. We agree on this with you and your builder in advance.
Pressure-treated wood should not be burned. We sort and haul it for proper disposal, and we reclaim lumber that is still sound.
Porch roofs, screens, stairs and rails come down in order, with the roof supported until it is released.
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BeforeAfterRemoved in reverse order of construction.
Ledger removed carefully.
Keep or remove as planned.
Reusable wood set aside.
Treated lumber disposed of properly.
Ready for a new build or lawn.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Project situationPools and BackyardsPools, patios, decks, fences and sheds all come out eventually. Here is how to reclaim a backyard without…Learn more 
Project situationRental PropertiesInvestors and landlords need fast, fair, well-documented demolition to turn over, renovate or clear properties.Learn more 
Project situationOlder HomesOlder homes hide plaster, lath, old wiring and sometimes hazardous materials. Here is how to take them apart…Learn more Pick the project and size to see the debris in cubic yards, the tons and the dumpsters or truckloads to plan for.
You tell us about the project, the timeline and any concerns, and we set a time to visit that fits your day.
We walk the structure and the lot, check access, utilities and likely hazards and take photos and measurements.
We prepare the written scope, coordinate permits, surveys and utility disconnects and set up fencing and dust control.
The work proceeds in a planned order with water on dust and materials sorted for recycling.
Debris is loaded and hauled away on schedule, and the site is swept and kept tidy.
We grade the lot, sweep for nails and debris, take photos and walk the finished work with you.
Most decks come down in a day, and large multi-level decks take longer.
We try to limit it, but removing the ledger can mark siding. We explain the likely repair.
Yes, if they will be reused. Otherwise we dig them out.
Sometimes. Sound lumber can be set aside, and rotten or treated wood is disposed of properly.
Yes, including the roof, screens, posts and stairs.
Patio and Hardscape RemovalPaver, stone and concrete patios, walkways and steps lifted or broken out, with pavers saved for reuse when…Explore 
Fence and Retaining Wall RemovalWood, chain-link and metal fences and block, stone or timber retaining walls removed with care for neighbors and…Explore 
Salvage and DeconstructionCareful dismantling that saves lumber, brick, doors, windows and fixtures for reuse, donation or resale before demolition.Explore 
Debris Removal and HaulingDemolition debris, construction waste and cleanout material loaded, hauled and disposed of properly, so your project never stalls.Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
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