Replacing the concrete deck with wood could have been done in one of two ways.
Deck over concrete stairs.
Concrete screws decking flashing tape plastic shims self leveling compound treated 2x4s.
Cut pvc trim boards to wrap around stoop using circular saw.
If the damage to your concrete patio appears too far gone consult with a local trexpro.
A massive concrete stoop will be difficult to remove.
Cracks and craters with minimal growth may still be covered without issue but be cautious if an area of your patio sinks year after year.
Set up a sleeper system to install a composite deck over concrete you re going to need a sleeper system.
Thick pvc trim 3 16 x 3 1 4 in.
Instead of removing those concrete front steps save some time by building a wood deck over and around them.
Most of the time you will need to break the concrete apart using a sledge hammer or jack hammer and haul the debris away.
Some builders choose to build over the stoop instead.
Completely demolish the concrete porch and build a 100 wooden one in its place or use the concrete as a base and just add wood on top of it.
Evaluate the concrete s condition.
Decks are popular backyard features but they also make for dramatic front entries.
Drill holes through each counterbore.
Since our concrete was in good condition and would offer a solid base we decided to keep it and just cover it all with wood.
Run bead of hot melt glue across miter joints and press trim board against stoop.
A concrete stoop with steps can be a formidable obstacle when trying to build a deck.