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G & S Drainage And Excavating

Blue Earth, MN

G & S Drainage and Excavating is leading the way when it comes to excavating, demolition, and drainage services. Our team is dependable, and we're there... more

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Mckiness Excavating Inc

Mason City, IA

McKiness Excavating Inc has been the premier demolition contractor in North Iowa for over 80 years through three generations of leadership. Our family-owned company values hard... more

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Dulas Excavating Inc.

Wells, MN

At Dulas Excavating Inc., the cornerstone of our business has always been to consider the needs of our clients and the demands of the project... more

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Charlson Excavating Co Inc

Clear Lake, IA

Since 1984, our experienced team of specialists has been working hard to meet the needs of our customers, no matter the size of their residential demolition... more

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Nieman Excavating, LLC

Kanawha, IA

Choosing Nieman Excavating, LLC means partnering with one of the top industry contractors who will deliver a personalized, seamless light demolition experience from start to... more

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Navratil Excavating, Inc.

Mason City, IA

Navratil Excavating, Inc. is a family-owned business serving North Iowa since 1976. Our skilled workforce and specialized equipment are designed to provide safe, cost-effective light demolition... more

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Veteran Junkman

Blue Earth, MN

As a Veteran-owned company, Veteran Junkman takes pride in offering reliable demolition and hauling services. Our hardworking crew is dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction. Request... more

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Deck and Fence Removal Tips for Lake Mills, IA

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).