What Happens to Old Deck Materials After Removal in Silverdale?

When our crew completes your deck removal in Silverdale, where does all the wood and hardware go? Here is a transparent breakdown of how deck materials are disposed of in Kitsap County.

Pressure-Treated Lumber

Most decks in Kitsap County built before 2004 used CCA pressure-treated lumber — wood preserved with chromated copper arsenate. This material is classified as hazardous waste in Washington State and cannot go to green waste composting or standard landfill without special handling. It goes to the Kitsap County transfer station’s designated construction waste stream where it is handled appropriately.

Newer Treated Lumber (Post-2004)

Decks built after 2004 typically use ACQ or copper azole treatment — considered less hazardous than CCA but still not accepted for green waste composting. These also go to the construction waste stream at the transfer station.

Composite Decking

Composite decking — Trex and similar products — is made from wood fibres and plastic. It cannot be composted and is not widely recyclable through Kitsap County streams. It goes to the general construction waste stream.

Metal Hardware

Joist hangers, lag bolts, carriage bolts, post base hardware, and railing components are separated and go to scrap metal recyclers. Even small quantities of hardware are collected for metal recycling rather than landfill.

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