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Deck Replacement in Knoxville, TN
Riverview Decks replaces worn and unsafe decks across Knoxville, tearing out the old structure down to the footings and building back a deck that carries weight the way a new one should.
- Transferable Double-Lifetime Workmanship Warranty
- Licensed, Bonded, and Insured in Tennessee
- Deckorators PRO Certified Elite
What Deck Replacement in Knoxville, TN Actually Involves
We handle a replacement as a full tear-out and rebuild, pulling the old decking, the framing, and usually the footings, then setting new structure that meets current code before a single new board goes down.
Knoxville sits on East Tennessee clay that holds water and moves as it dries, so a replacement is only as solid as the footings under it.
We set ours below the frost line and wide enough that the posts don’t wander, which is the part homeowners never see and the part that decides how long the deck holds.
That soil is exactly why we put together a guide to deck foundations on Tennessee clay soil that walks through what goes wrong when footings are set shallow.
Plenty of people call us ready to replace a deck that only needs its frame rebuilt, and just as many try to patch one that’s too far gone for it, so the first thing we do is tell you honestly which one you’re actually looking at.
Once the structure is right, the board by the grill stops flexing when someone steps on it in the middle of a cookout, and that steadiness underfoot is most of what you’re paying for.
- Transferable double-lifetime workmanship warranty
- Deckorators PRO Certified Elite installers
- Footings dug deep and wide for East Tennessee clay
- Licensed, bonded, and insured in Tennessee
- 4.9 stars across 100+ reviews
- Financing with 0% intro options
So, What Does a Deck Replacement Run in Knoxville?
Replacement cost comes down to the size of the deck, whether we can reuse any of the existing footprint, and what you put back down on top.
- $15,000 to $25,000 covers most of the full deck replacements we do around Knoxville.
- Around $7,000 is typical for a smaller replacement in the range of 200 square feet.
- $60 to $70 per square foot installed is a fair planning number for capped composite decking, and our rundown on composite decking pros and cons covers what that gets you.
Recent replacements have landed between $15,800 and $20,500, depending on how much framing had to change and what the railing runs.
If your framing is still solid underneath, redecking puts a fresh surface on the existing structure for less than a full rebuild.
We don’t hand out itemized line-item estimates, so the number you get is the number for the finished deck, and we’ll walk you through what’s driving it before you commit to anything.
Visible Wear and Tear
If your deck has endured 16 to 46+ years of weather and maintenance, it’s likely time to consider a deck replacement.
Damaged Deck Boards
Unstable Deck Railing
When spindles or sections of your railing show signs of instability, it’s time to consider a full deck replacement.
Rusted or Loose Fasteners
Rust indicates the structural integrity might be compromised, and loose fasteners can lead to wobbly boards and potential hazards.
Recent Deck Replacement Projects
Real replacements, torn out and rebuilt. Each project opens into the materials, the timeline and the final price.
Recent Deck Replacements Around Knoxville
Here are a few of the tear-outs and rebuilds we’ve finished for homeowners around town. We replace decks across Knoxville, Farragut, Maryville, Loudon and Lenoir City.
Deck Replacement FAQ
It comes down to the frame, so we check the joists, posts, and ledger, and if those are sound, a deck repair often does the job without a full rebuild.
A Pricing Guideline For Your Deck Replacement
Elevated Deck Replacement In Maryville, TN
- Removal and disposal of the lattice divider
- New #1 pressure-treated posts and frame
- Installing new pressure-treated railing with aluminum balustrade
- New concrete footings
- Relocated and rebuilt stairs with reinforced railings
- New concrete landing under the stairs
Complete Deck Replacement In Oak Ridge, TN
- New pressure-treated wooden posts
- New composite decking surface with hidden fasteners
- Relocated stairs
- Aluminum railing and balustrade with capping
- Installed deck drainage system
New Composite Deck Replacement In Afton, TN
- New pressure-treated frame and posts
- Concrete landing
- New composite decking
- Installed aluminum balustrade
Your Dream Deck, With Financing!
Get the deck you’ve always wanted with our in-house consumer credit center!
- 12 months same as cash
- Soft credit check
- No equity required
- Fast secured paperless process
- Point of need approval
- Up to 20 years fixed interest
Lifetime Warranty
on all composite decks
Enjoy your deck for as long as you’ll live in your home, with a lifetime warranty on labor and all composite decks!
This warranty is transferable if you decide to sell.
Out with the Old. In with the Certified.
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Deckorators® Certified PRO
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How a Replacement Goes
1
You Show Us the Deck
2
We Price the Rebuild
3
We Tear Out and Rebuild
What Knoxville Homeowners Say After the Rebuild
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Jason Eskew
The 5 stars is reflective of the owner and of the business. Nate is a credit to his profession and works to ensure his clients are happy.
We had a horrible deck which was rotting and becoming unusable. He developed a design that we loved and was on point with all of his suggestions.
He was always promptly responsive, which we learned is difficult to find nowadays. It wasn’t always smooth sailing (I guess few jobs ever are), but the end result is excellent and exactly what we wanted.
Lois Williams
Riverview did a small deck for me that was perfect!
Arturo came a few days earlier than expected and completed the work quickly and efficiently. Cleanup was also done as soon as job was complete.
These guys know their trade and aim to satisfy! I would not hesitate to have them for other jobs if needed.
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Kim DiBenedetto
Nate and his team were professional and efficient. We were in constant communication.
I have 3 dogs that the workers were mindful of by keeping the gate closed and not leaving any nails or screws as a hazard. JC and/or Nate were here everyday to ensure quality and perfection.
There is no one else I would recommend for your deck both new or repairs. I only wish I could give more than 5 stars!
What You Get With Riverview Decks
- The workmanship warranty transfers
Our double-lifetime workmanship warranty has no expiration and follows the deck to the next owner if you sell the house.
- Footings dug for the clay
We dig fresh footings for East Tennessee clay, because whatever the old deck sat on was usually set shallower than it should have been.
- We're Deckorators PRO Certified Elite
That’s the top installer tier, so the composite goes down the way the manufacturer’s material warranty requires.
- You get one honest number
We don’t itemize, and the price holds after the tear-out unless you change the scope yourself.
How We Protect You From Surprises
Pre-Demo Inspection
We assess framing, footings, and connections before finalizing replacement scope.
Clear Replacement Plan
Your proposal defines what stays, what is removed, and what is rebuilt.
Documented Structural Changes
If code-required upgrades are needed, they are outlined before work proceeds.
Feel Safe On Your Deck Once Again
What Makes Us The Go-To Deck Contractors In Tennessee
Endless Choices Of Materials
Transparent Communication
Flawless Execution
See Whether Your Deck Needs a Rebuild or a Full Replacement
If your deck’s gone spongy underfoot or the posts have started to tip, we’ll come look at it and tell you honestly whether a deck replacement is the right call or whether the frame has more life left in it. Call us at (865) 801-4545 or contact us here.
Knoxville runs from the older neighborhoods along the river out to the newer subdivisions past Farragut, and the decks we replace out here range just as widely, from small second-story landings to full wraparound rebuilds. Plenty of our clients back up to green space like Ijams Nature Center, where the tree cover and the damp along the creek are hard on older framing. We work throughout the City of Knoxville and the towns around it, and deck replacement in Knoxville, TN is a good part of what we do week to week.