Deck Removal Cost Guide: Understanding Deck Demolition Pricing

Updated June 11, 2025

If you have an old deck you're tired of looking at, you're probably wondering, "How much does it cost to remove a deck?"

At Hometown, we understand that getting the best price for your deck removal is important to you, and our goal is to help ensure you get that. Not only do we help you find qualified deck removal pros that can get it done for a fair price, but we also help you understand average deck removal prices, what affects the cost to remove a deck, and how to get the best deal for your deck removal.

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Deck Removal Average Cost

The national average price of deck removal is $5-$15 per square foot, including debris disposal, but can vary depending on how big your deck is, how complex it is, the type of deck materials used, where you live, and who you hire.

Here is a closer look at average prices for removing a small, medium, or large deck:

Small deck (100-200 sq ft): $500-$3,000
Medium deck (200-400 sq ft): $1,000-$6,000
Large deck (400-500 sq ft): $6,000-$7,500

Below are real-life examples of what people across the country have paid for their deck removal project.

Deck Removal Cost Examples
State	City	Project Description	Project Cost
California	Anaheim	Removal of 280 sq ft wood deck	$300
California	Long Beach	Removal of 375 sq ft wood deck, including site grading	$550
California	Mission Viejo	Removal of 240 sq ft wood deck	$720
Michigan	Farmington Hills	Removal of 100 sq ft wood deck	$800
Michigan	Hartland	Removal of 168 sq ft wood deck	$800
Michigan	Rochester Hills	Removal of 169 sq ft wood deck	$800
Michigan	Sterling Heights	Removal of 384 sq ft raised wood deck	$900
Michigan	Troy	Removal of 650 sq ft wood deck	$2,600
New Jersey	Teaneck	Removal of 176 sq ft wood deck	$700
Texas	Frisco	Removal of 120 sq ft wood deck	$785

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Factors That Affect Deck Removal Pricing

There are several factors that affect the total cost of deck removal, like:

The size of the deck
The location and accessibility of the deck
Materials used to build the deck
Complexity of the deck (Is it multiple stories?)
The amount of salvageable material
The demolition method used (with heavy machinery or by hand)
Who you hire

Your specific deck removal project cost will vary based on these factors.

To get the most accurate estimate, we recommend reaching out to multiple deck removal contractors in your area for a quote. This will help to guarantee you don't overpay and that you get the best customer service.

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How to Find the Right Deck Removal Contractor

Though ripping out your deck yourself may be tempting, we recommend hiring a professional to handle your deck removal. This is almost always the safest, fastest, and most convenient option.

A professional can have your deck removed in a matter of hours, haul away the debris when they're done, and leave you with a clean, fresh, graded space.

We recommend getting estimates from multiple contractors to ensure you hire the right pro for your deck removal without overpaying. Hometown helps make it easy to find deck removal pros in your area, read customer reviews, and request quotes from as many contractors as you'd like.