Deck Removal
Tear down and dispose of an old deck, porch, or patio structure with the right dumpster. Find the right dumpster size, get expert tips, and order with same-day delivery available.
Deck Removal Overview
Removing an old deck produces a large volume of lumber, fasteners, railing materials, and sometimes concrete footings. A standard 12x16-foot deck generates roughly 2-3 cubic yards of debris, and larger multi-level decks with stairs and railings can produce considerably more. The lumber is bulky but relatively light unless it is old pressure-treated wood that has absorbed years of moisture.
A dumpster on site during deck demolition is essential for efficiency. As you disassemble the deck (pulling boards, removing railings, and cutting joists), you load debris directly into the container. Without a dumpster, lumber piles up in the yard, creates a trip hazard, and takes multiple trailer loads to haul away.
For a standard single-level deck up to 400 square feet, a 15-yard dumpster provides enough volume. Larger decks, multi-level structures, and projects that include removing concrete footings may require a 20-yard container. If you are removing the deck and replacing it with a new one, keep in mind that the new construction will also generate waste (cutoffs, packaging, old fasteners).
Recommended Dumpster Size
15 Yard Dumpster
A 15-yard dumpster handles the lumber, railings, and hardware from a standard single-level deck up to 400 sq ft. For larger decks, multi-level structures, or projects that include concrete footing removal, a 20-yard provides the extra capacity.
16' x 7.5' x 4.5'
1.5 tons
Pro Tips for Your Deck Removal
Make the most of your dumpster rental with these tips from our team.
Start demolition from the top down: remove railings and deck boards first, then the frame structure
Cut long boards in half before loading so they fit flat in the container and stack efficiently
Pull nails and screws as you go to avoid punctures and make the debris safer to handle
Check if your old deck lumber is pressure-treated. It cannot be burned but is accepted in dumpsters
Deck Removal FAQ
Common questions about dumpster rental for deck removal projects.
Yes. Pressure-treated lumber, cedar, composite decking, and standard framing lumber are all accepted. Pressure-treated wood should not be burned (it releases toxic chemicals), but it is perfectly fine for landfill disposal via a dumpster.
Concrete footings can go in the dumpster, but they are heavy. If you are removing several footings, let us know so we can set an appropriate weight allowance. Alternatively, we can provide a separate heavy-material container for the concrete.
A DIY deck removal for a standard single-level deck takes most homeowners a full weekend. Professional crews can complete it in a day. Our 7-day rental gives you plenty of time either way.
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