Our deck price ranges
Pressure-treated wood decks range from $35 to $60 per square foot. Composite and Trex decks range from $60 to $95 per square foot installed, including framing, fasteners and labor. Deck height, railing design and the chosen board line affect the final price.
For a 200-square-foot deck, those ranges work out to $7,000 to $12,000 for pressure-treated wood or $12,000 to $19,000 for composite. These are planning examples, not a property-specific quote. The written estimate identifies removal, access work, structural requirements and any additions. Repairs, roof covers and screen enclosures need their own scope.
Separate repair, re-decking and replacement
A local repair, a new surface on a retained frame and a complete rebuild are different projects. An estimate for one should not be compared with another as though both deliver the same result. Describe the existing condition before choosing the label.
Re-decking can include structural adjustments or concealed damage discovered after board removal. Ask how those conditions will be assessed and priced. A clear process for changes matters as much as the opening estimate.
Size is one part of the price
Area affects the amount of decking and framing, while height and layout influence supports, stairs and railings. Access to the yard, removal of an old structure and disposal can also affect the work. These details should appear in the scope rather than remain implied.
A simple low platform and an elevated deck with a long stair should not be treated as equivalent because they have the same floor area. Planned pergolas and other additions introduce their own requirements.
Compare complete material options
Specify the actual wood or board collection, rail system, trim and fasteners. Composite and PVC options can have different support and installation requirements from the existing wood boards. Compare the finished project, including any frame work needed for the selected surface.
Maintenance belongs in the decision too. The initial material cost does not describe the time and care expected over ownership, and a product warranty is not the same as a guarantee covering every part of the installed deck.
What to gather for an estimate
Prepare the approximate dimensions, deck height, current material, visible damage and photos. Note stairs, railings, yard access and proximity to a pool or water. Explain whether you want to keep the same footprint or revise the layout.
Written proposals should identify preparation, demolition, supports, materials, finishing and the relevant design or permitting work. They should also explain exclusions and how unexpected conditions are handled. Use the published ranges as a starting point, then request a free written estimate for the work at your property.