Pergola tear-down. Talk about a huge job. Although it’s usually not one that requires specialized skills, it will take a lot of time and effort. (Plus, a few sets of helping hands, as well.) When this big amenity is past its usable lifespan, it’s got to go. But, that isn’t necessarily easy to pull off. Read on to learn more about how to go about a pergola tear-down.
Safety First
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
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.
Pergola Tear-Down Tips in Tampa
Begin with any electrical components. You’ll need to turn off the power (if applicable) and remove any lighting, along with power outlets. Next, you’ll need to cut any vines free that are connected to any other thing, like a fence. Then, do the following to start the pergola tear-down:
- 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. Next, you'll need to prop-up the supports. 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. Now, it's time to remove the cross beams. Here again, you'll need to exercise caution to avoid any property damage or bodily injury.
- Pull down or cut down the vertical support beams. To finish, pull or cut down the vertical support beams.
When you’re done and need materials disposal in Tampa, phone 800-433-1094 or visit AAA Rousse Services.
