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D.E. Shew Excavating

Sullivan, IN

Located in Sullivan and serving Terra Haute, Indiana, D.E. Shew Excavating is a small family-owned business that specializes in excavating and demolition services. We... more

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Holt Backhoe Service

Robinson, IL

Holt Backhoe Service Inc. began in 1989. Our extensive fleet of high-tech equipment allows us to complete projects both big and small with ease and efficiency... more

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Home & Hauling Solutions LLC

Terre Haute, IN

At Home & Hauling Solutions LLC, residents throughout the Terre Haute, IN area turn to us for all of their residential demolition needs, including shed demolition,... more

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Mitchell's Backhoe Service

Palestine, IL

Mitchell's Backhoe Service offers the greater Robinson, Illinois area quality demolition and site preparation services. We are the ones customers turn to when they need... more

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Munson Construction

Oblong, IL

Munson Construction is a family-owned business offering demolition services throughout Robinson, IL. Since 1982, we've had the skill and knowledge to get the job done right... more

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Deck and Fence Removal Tips for Stoy, IL

Can I reuse the wood from my deck or fence removal?

Removing your deck or fence doesn't have to involve destroying it in the process. The lumber used in decks and fences is quite valuable—weathered wood is ideal for a variety of DIY projects and can be reused for countless purposes. You can completely transform your old fence or deck into landscaping trim, a table, bench, headboard, picture frame, or nearly anything else you can think of (or you could simply sell the wood to someone else).

The deck removal process involves:

  • Removing all railings and stairs
  • Removing the deck boards
  • Removing the deck's legs
  • Removing the concrete feet from the ground

The fence removal process involves:

  • Removing the fence gates
  • Removing the fence pickets
  • Removing the fence posts
  • Removing the fence post footings (optional, but recommended)

A professional could remove the average deck or fence in 4 hours or less, but if you attempt to do it yourself, expect it to take close to a full day (or more).