Deck Cost Calculator

Estimate deck construction cost based on area, material grade, and labor rate.

Total Cost
— estimated total
Material plus labor.

Usage Tip

Composite costs more up front but skips the staining and sealing that pressure-treated wood needs every couple of years.

THE MATH
material = area × material rate
labor = area × labor rate
total = material + labor
A rough deck estimate adds material and labor, each priced per square foot. The material rate depends on the decking you pick; labor is your builder rate.
Enter the deck area, pick a decking material, and enter a labor rate per square foot.
This is a planning estimate, not a quote; framing, footings, and railings can add a lot.
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