Old, rotten or unsafe decking taken up properly: boards, joists, posts and steps removed, the waste cleared away and the ground left ready for whatever comes next.
Decks that have rotted, sagged or become slippery and unsafe are often beyond saving. Sometimes you simply want the space back for a lawn or a patio. Either way, taking a deck up properly is heavy, messy work, and leaving old posts and rotten timber behind causes problems later.
Most customers have the old deck removed and something new put in its place in one job, with one team. We can take up an old deck and build a new composite deck or timber deck on a proper new frame, or prepare the ground and lay new turf. Doing both together saves time and avoids paying for the ground to be prepared twice.
Once an old deck is up, you can see what has been hiding under it. We've found leaking pipes and rotten posts set in concrete. We'll show you anything we find and talk through the options before going further.
Not sure if your deck needs removing or could be saved? See decking repairs, or ask at the free site visit and we'll give you an honest view.
Couldn't speak more highly of Luke, incredible work, such a craftsman, made a beautiful deck for us and did it in a really tight turnaround, as our old one collapsed and we were going away. Despite this, nothing was rushed, the deck is rock solid and looks great and he went above and beyond to accommodate extras, we even got him back to do our fence as well! Also might be in the running for the nicest tradesman/ human in the world, could recommend more.
Top Team and exceptional work! Luke came to me in a time of need following a bit of trouble with a previous tradesman. He listened to the issues we had and set in motion a plan to rectify it, materials where ordered the same day the deposit was paid and he was on hand to receive them and ensure everything was correct. Over the course of the next few days the old decking was removed, the new frame installed and the new decking laid – worked across a multiple weather conditions from boiling hot sun to the downpours. Thank you for all your work – much appreciated we love it.
Luke and Chris were brilliant. They replaced a huge area of decking for me. Not a simple job as it is on a slope. Luke discussed the job with me every step of the way. He kept me informed of deliveries and collections so I knew what to expect. They were polite and very friendly. Luke went over and above the agreed job, replacing a waste pipe that we discovered was leaking after the old decking was taken up. He was meticulous in his work, building a solid structure underneath and perfectly laid decking boards on top. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Sovereign. Absolutely top job from start to finish.
Fantastic job done by Luke and Chris from Manchester Sovereign replacing our old decking for composite and some turfing. Open, honest and happy to suggest ideas for the project that might suit us without pushing anything on us. Communication throughout was excellent along with the quality of the work and materials.
I asked for a quote for decking Luke came within a few hours gave me a price for removing & replacement decking and new frame plus painting. Quote was reasonable and the job was great and just as I asked all done in a few days. Luke & his apprentice was very polite and respectful would recommend him anytime.
Yes. We take up the old deck, frame and posts, clear the waste away and leave the area level and tidy. Many customers then have new turf or a patio, but removal on its own is fine.
Yes. We're a registered waste carrier, so removal includes taking the old boards, frame and debris away and disposing of them properly. You won't be left with a pile of rotten timber.
Most garden decks can be removed in a day. Large, raised or multi-level decks with concrete footings can take longer. We'll give you a timescale with your quote.
Yes. We remove composite, softwood and hardwood decking, along with any steps, balustrades, pergolas and screens attached to it.
If the frame is sound, a repair is often better value. If the joists and posts have rotted, removal and a rebuild is the better long-term option. We'll tell you honestly which makes sense.
Tell us about your garden and we'll arrange a free visit and quote. Interest-free and buy now, pay later finance available.