Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Six years ago I built this deck with my own hands. Today, we're tearing it down — and it's the first step in a much bigger project: adding onto our house.
In this video (Episode 1 of our Home Addition series), I walk through the full deck demolition process: removing the cable railing, pulling off the Trex composite decking, taking down the joists and beams, and using a mini excavator to pull all 12 sono tube footings out of the ground.
It's a bittersweet one — we built so many memories on this deck with family and friends — but it's the right move to make space for our addition. Follow along as we document the entire build, including the mistakes and lessons learned along the way.
Want to collaborate on this project or be a sponsor?
More info here: diyprojectacademy.com/collaborate
🔗 Watch the original deck build video here: youtu.be/dHf4-H0bGP4?si=DxWVqvkNW6vpc49K
🔗 Watch the original cable railing video here: youtu.be/e4XFHgxt3Cs?si=5JKGOXCjTPiz_WXg
🔗 Follow the full Home Addition series here:
What's covered:
- Removing a DIY cable railing system
- Taking off Trex composite decking with hidden fasteners
- Deconstructing joists, beams, and posts
- Using a mini excavator to remove sono tube footings
- Prepping the site for a home addition
If you're planning your own addition, deck removal, or DIY build, let me know your questions in the comments — I'll be answering them throughout this series.
👍 If you enjoyed this, consider subscribing to follow the whole home addition journey.
#HomeAddition #DeckDemolition #DIY #TREX #TREXREVIEW
Would you like to get in touch with us? Please send all emails to
diypete@influint.co
@TheTrexCo @southlandtrailers @dewalttv @pellawindows @BobcatCo
Connect on social:
Instagram: instagram.com/diypete
Facebook: facebook.com/DiyProjectsWithPete
Mail can be sent to our mailing address below:
DIYPETE.com
1627 W Main Street Suite 182
Bozeman, Montana 59715
All music used in this video is licensed through:
Artlist.io - If you are a creator, I'd highly recommend their bank of music.
0:00 - Why We're Removing Our Deck
0:23 - Removing the Cable Railing
1:42 - Storing railing posts and removing fascia boards
2:08 - Taking Off the Trex Decking
3:06 - Removing Joists, Beams, and Posts
3:56 - Excavating the Sono Tube Footings
4:53 - Shortening the Side Deck
5:17 - Walk around without the Deck
5:58 - Storing Boards and Materials on Pallets
6:15 - Reflecting on 6 Years & What's Next
Six years ago I built this deck with my own hands. Today, we're tearing it down — and it's the first step in a much bigger project: adding onto our house.
In this video (Episode 1 of our Home Addition series), I walk through the full deck demolition process: removing the cable railing, pulling off the Trex composite decking, taking down the joists and beams, and using a mini excavator to pull all 12 sono tube footings out of the ground.
It's a bittersweet one — we built so many memories on this deck with family and friends — but it's the right move to make space for our addition. Follow along as we document the entire build, including the mistakes and lessons learned along the way.
Want to collaborate on this project or be a sponsor?
More info here: diyprojectacademy.com/collaborate
🔗 Watch the original deck build video here: youtu.be/dHf4-H0bGP4?si=DxWVqvkNW6vpc49K
🔗 Watch the original cable railing video here: youtu.be/e4XFHgxt3Cs?si=5JKGOXCjTPiz_WXg
🔗 Follow the full Home Addition series here:
What's covered:
- Removing a DIY cable railing system
- Taking off Trex composite decking with hidden fasteners
- Deconstructing joists, beams, and posts
- Using a mini excavator to remove sono tube footings
- Prepping the site for a home addition
If you're planning your own addition, deck removal, or DIY build, let me know your questions in the comments — I'll be answering them throughout this series.
👍 If you enjoyed this, consider subscribing to follow the whole home addition journey.
#HomeAddition #DeckDemolition #DIY #TREX #TREXREVIEW
Would you like to get in touch with us? Please send all emails to
diypete@influint.co
@TheTrexCo @southlandtrailers @dewalttv @pellawindows @BobcatCo
Connect on social:
Instagram: instagram.com/diypete
Facebook: facebook.com/DiyProjectsWithPete
Mail can be sent to our mailing address below:
DIYPETE.com
1627 W Main Street Suite 182
Bozeman, Montana 59715
All music used in this video is licensed through:
Artlist.io - If you are a creator, I'd highly recommend their bank of music.
0:00 - Why We're Removing Our Deck
0:23 - Removing the Cable Railing
1:42 - Storing railing posts and removing fascia boards
2:08 - Taking Off the Trex Decking
3:06 - Removing Joists, Beams, and Posts
3:56 - Excavating the Sono Tube Footings
4:53 - Shortening the Side Deck
5:17 - Walk around without the Deck
5:58 - Storing Boards and Materials on Pallets
6:15 - Reflecting on 6 Years & What's Next
