Expert Deck Demolition for Des Plaines Properties
Des Plaines decks built in the 1980s and 1990s - particularly in the Terrace Lane neighborhood and near Euclid Avenue - face accelerated wood decay from 40+ years of Midwest freeze-thaw cycles and moisture exposure. Our crew specializes in removing pressure-treated wood, composite decking, and steel support beams that have rotted or shifted on typical Des Plaines lots. Before we start, we handle all Des Plaines municipal permits (usually $150-$300) and coordinate with your HOA if required - many Des Plaines subdivisions require 10-day notice before demolition begins. We've demolished over 800 decks across Lake County, including residential properties on residential streets in Des Plaines where lot sizes average 0.3 acres.
Deck demolition in Des Plaines typically takes 3-5 days depending on deck size, fastener type (lag bolts vs. screws), and whether the substructure is buried or concrete-set. Our process starts with a site inspection to identify load-bearing posts, assess material composition, and check for underground utilities. We then remove handrails, decking boards, and structural framing, sorting pressure-treated wood separately from composite materials for proper recycling or disposal at Boral Recycling Facility in nearby Elk Grove Village. All debris is hauled away same-day or next-day; we don't leave piles for Des Plaines residents to manage. On average, a 400-square-foot Des Plaines deck removal costs $2,200-$3,800, depending on height, age, and ground condition.
