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How Much Does It Cost to Build a Deck?
Build a 200-300 sq ft ground-level deck
DIY range
$1,500-$6,000
Professional range
$5,000-$18,000
What drives the cost
- Decking material — treated pine, cedar, or composite
- Height and whether railings or stairs are required
- Footing depth required by local frost line
- Permit fees, which vary widely by municipality
Composite decking roughly doubles the material cost of pressure-treated pine but eliminates the recurring cost of staining every year or two, which changes the comparison once you look past year one.
Put this into practice
- Deck and Fence Material CalculatorHow much timber does my deck or fence need?
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- Project Cost EstimatorWhat will this project cost me?
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