DIY pergola removal isn’t an easy project but it’s also one that’s not one which requires high-level skills. (Still a pro is always a good idea, like a local junk removal company.) Pergolas are very aesthetically pleasing, functioning structures that often provide shade under rambling vines, which cover the top. Though these outdoor features are built from weather resistant wood. Over time, the outside elements take their toll. It’s actually a lot of work and requires a bit of caution to avoid safety hazards.
DIY Pergola Removal Safety
First, let’s begin with some key facts. Pergolas generally stand about 8 to 10 feet high and can be as big as 8×10-feet or even larger. Of course, this means dealing with hundreds of pounds of weight. And, an unwieldy one at that.
An outdoor pergola provides a framework for climbing vines. Replacing a pergola should not be an overly exhausting chore, especially if you have the right tools, some time, the correct know-how and possibly a friend or two to help. If you do not need to keep the materials undamaged, the task comes down to a demolition job. If you want to keep the parts, pay attention when you remove the old garden pergola. --Do It Yourself.com
What’s more, you have to plan ahead so it doesn’t unintentionally collapse and cause damage to other property. In other words, if the structure becomes unstable during the take down, it could easily crash onto a car, RV, shed, into a pool, or even on your house. The point being, proceed with caution because it does present a real danger.
Northport DIY Pergola Removal Guide
Before you start with a DIY pergola removal, be sure that the area will totally be clear of children and pets. This is no time for kids and pets to be roaming around the area. It’s also an opportunity to start removing the vines, if applicable, with herbicide and by mechanical methods (like a saw). Here’s an overview of how to do a DIY pergola removal:
- Take off the roof. Carefully examine the roof structure to determine how it’s attached. Then, you’ll need to remove the roof from the frame. Proceed with caution to avoid any property damage or bodily injury.
- Prop-up the vertical support beams. Use long 2×4-foot beams to prop-up the vertical support posts. This is necessary, because as you remove the cross beams at the top, the vertical posts might substantially sag or collapse.
- Remove the cross beams that run the width of the pergola. After the vertical supports are propped-up, remove the cross beams one at a time and stack them away.
- Take down the vertical support posts. To finish the take down, you’ll need to take the support posts out of the ground. You can cut them down, leaving just a couple or more feet above the ground. Then, dig around and up. Lastly, dispose of the materials responsibly.
When it’s time for pergola removal and disposal in Northport, go ahead and phone (941) 302-2399 or visit AAA Rousse Services.
