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Deck Demolition & Removal in Cleveland OH

Rotting boards. Wobbly railings. We tear down the whole thing and haul it away. Your yard gets a fresh start.

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Lake-effect moisture is brutal on decks. That's just the reality of living near Cleveland. The freeze-thaw cycle warps boards, rusts hardware, and turns pressure-treated lumber into something soft and spongy over time. If your deck has been out there for 15 or 20 years, you already know what we're talking about.

When a deck reaches the point where it's unsafe or just plain ugly, it's time to bring it down. That's where we come in.

Local Junk Team handles full deck demolition and removal in Cleveland and the surrounding suburbs. We tear down the decking, railings, stairs, support posts, and framing. We load every board onto our truck and haul it away. One visit, one crew, one price.

What We Tear Down

We demolish and remove all types of residential decks:

  • Pressure-treated wood decks
  • Cedar and redwood decks
  • Composite and Trex decking
  • Deck stairs and landings
  • Railings and balusters
  • Attached pergolas and overhead structures
  • Concrete footings and piers (quoted separately)

Cleveland Decks Take a Beating

We've torn down decks all over Lakewood, Tremont, Ohio City, Euclid, and Parma. Some were 30 years old and falling apart. Others were only 10 years old but built with cheap materials that couldn't handle Northeast Ohio winters.

Pressure-treated wood is the most common deck material in this area. It holds up reasonably well, but after enough winters, the boards split, the joists rot, and the ledger board connection to the house starts to fail. That's when people call us.

We also see a lot of homeowners prepping to sell. A rotting deck turns off buyers fast. Tearing it down and leaving clean, level ground actually looks better than a deck that's falling apart.

Deck Demolition Pricing

We price by deck size, height, and complexity. A small ground-level deck under 150 square feet typically costs $500 to $750. A medium deck (150 to 300 square feet) runs $750 to $1,100. Larger or elevated decks with multiple levels, stairs, and railings come in at $1,100 to $1,500. Concrete footing removal is extra.

Every price includes demolition, loading, hauling, and disposal. No hidden charges. You approve the number before we pick up a single tool.

What's Included

Complete deck demolition

We don't leave anything behind. Here's what you get.

Full Teardown

Decking boards, joists, beams, posts, stairs, railings -- everything comes apart and gets loaded on the truck.

Attached Deck Removal

We cut the ledger board connection cleanly and protect your siding. No damage to your home's exterior.

Pergola & Railing Demo

Overhead pergolas, lattice panels, and railing systems all come down as part of the job.

Footing Removal

Concrete footings and piers dug out and hauled away. Quoted separately based on depth and quantity.

Nail & Debris Cleanup

We pick up every nail, screw, and splinter. Your yard is safe and clear when we're done.

Hauling & Disposal

All demo debris loaded and taken to the proper disposal facility. We recycle wood when possible.

How It Works

Deck gone in three steps

Simple process, fast results.

1

Send Us Photos

Call (216) 640-9193 or text us photos of your deck. We'll give you a price range within minutes.

2

We Confirm On-Site

Our crew arrives, checks the deck, and gives you a final price. No work starts until you say go.

3

Deck Disappears

We tear it down, load it up, clean your yard, and drive away. Most jobs done in half a day.

FAQ

Deck demolition questions

What Cleveland homeowners ask us before booking deck removal.

Small ground-level decks (under 150 sq ft) run $500-$750. Medium decks (150-300 sq ft) cost $750-$1,100. Large or elevated decks run $1,100-$1,500. Price includes demo, loading, hauling, and disposal. Concrete footing removal is extra.
We handle most residential decks up to about 400 square feet. For very large or multi-level structures, we may need additional crew. Call us at (216) 640-9193 and send photos -- we'll give you a straight answer.
Yes. We dig out and remove concrete deck footings. It's quoted separately because it depends on depth, quantity, and soil conditions. Most footing removals add $150-$400 to the total.
Most take 3 to 6 hours. A small, low deck might be 2-3 hours. A larger elevated deck with stairs and railings can take a full day. We handle demo and hauling in a single visit.
We remove attached decks all the time. We cut the ledger board connection cleanly and make sure your siding is not damaged. If there are concerns, we walk you through the process before starting.

That deck has seen better days

We tear it down, load it up, and leave your yard clean. One visit.

Service Area

Deck demolition across Greater Cleveland

We tear down decks throughout the Cleveland metro. Call if your city isn't listed.

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