What would you do with this deck?

[Jonathan K.]

Hard to believe this is actually the first time I've started a forum on BP! Because I greatly value the knowledge and opinions of many of you whom I've already met in this community, I'm asking for your quick opinion on this deck (not an investment property; it's mine!).

My wife is of the opinion that we need to rip it out and start from scratch, either building a new one or a patio. I believe it is structurally sound and think that may be unnecessary. Please give me your thoughts and thanks in advance...

[Jon Holdman]

This is your residence?  What's the issue with it as is?  Would a good pressure washing and new stain resolve the issues?  If the situation is that your sweetie just doesn't like this deck, then it should go away.  It looks OK to me, but that's irrelevant if she doesn't like it.