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Composite decks cost in the price range of $16 \u2013 $33 per square foot when installed by a deck contractor. The cost varies based on the specific material and whether railing and a substructure is included.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Average Cost of Composite Deck Installation<\/h2>\n
While the total cost range is quite wide, most composite decks cost an average of around $26 per square foot when a treated wood substructure is used and the deck has railings and a short set of stairs. This includes professional installation.<\/p>\n
Average Do It Yourself cost<\/p>\n
$6.50 \u2013 $21.00 \/ Square Foot<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Average Contractor Installed Cost<\/p>\n $20.00 \u2013 $45.00 \/ Square Foot<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Typical Cost Average<\/p>\n $32.00 \/ Square Foot<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Last Updated: Thursday, March 3, 2022<\/p>\n <\/img><\/p>\n Composite decking is growing in popularity because it is more durable than wood and requires far less maintenance. They make it the perfect choice to install around an above ground pool or other backyard feature that you prefer not to spend hours each season pressure washing or re-sealing.<\/p>\n The cost of composite decks varies greatly with the specific type of composite, and the fact decks can have rails or no rails. Other composite deck price factors are discussed below.<\/p>\n The cost differences in composite decking are shown in the Retail Cost section below. Sample project costs including materials and installation give bring material and labor cost factors together in a package, including the cost of composite railings around your deck.<\/p>\n Finally, actual project costs submitted by homeowners give real examples of what others have paid. With that in mind, consider bookmarking Business Finance News and returning to share your deck cost for the benefit of other readers.<\/p>\n As noted, contractor installed decks run $22 \u2013 $33 per square foot. Remodeling Expense pegs the cost at about $9.40 \u2013 $15.00 per square foot installed. \u00a0However, using the Trex Cost Calculator shows that supplies alone will exceed that cost range. HomeGuide gives a more realistic installed cost of $20 \u2013 $38 per square foot.<\/p>\n Here are the keys to the cost of a composite deck.<\/p>\n Sometimes homeowners shop deck boards, see composite deck cost per square foot, multiply by the size deck they want and expect that to be the total cost. Far from it.<\/p>\n Here are retail costs that will assist you in estimating total cost. Let\u2019s start from the ground up.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s look at three projects and three levels of decking quality using a 400 square foot, or 20 x 20 foot deck for each.<\/p>\n The first cost is without rails, the second with rails.<\/p>\n Basic Quality Composite Decking<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Average without rails: $12.00 \u2013 $17.00\/square foot <\/strong><\/p>\n Average with rails: $16.75 \u2013 $24.50\/square foot <\/strong><\/p>\n Better Quality Composite Decking<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Average without rails: $15.50 \u2013 $23.00\/square foot <\/strong><\/p>\n Average with rails: $21.75 \u2013 $33.75\/square foot <\/strong><\/p>\n Best Quality Composite Decking<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Average without rails: $21.50 \u2013 $26.25\/square foot <\/strong><\/p>\n Average with rails: $30.50 \u2013 $37.00\/square foot <\/strong><\/p>\n Wood or composite deck removal and disposal costs $1.25 \u2013 $2.50 per square foot. If you DIY, a good option is to rent a small dumpster for the disposal.<\/p>\n Contractors charge by the job instead of by the hour. Depending on deck difficulty, it breaks down to:<\/p>\n Cost varies based on whether a handyman or a decking contractor does the work and how difficult the installation is.<\/p>\n Homewyse pegs labor a little higher but emphasizes that deck complexity is the largest factor. The site estimates that difficult design doubles the time and therefore the labor cost of installation from about $4.00 to about $8.00 per square foot.<\/p>\n Here are typical time frames for the 400 square foot decks estimated above installed by a crew of 2-3 people.<\/p>\n Decks are a common outdoor project for homeowners with good carpentry skills. Keep in mind that it is a big project that has to be planned carefully and done properly. It will be inspected, and you of course want it to be safe.<\/p>\n Lowes has a series of videos on basic deck building that might help you decide whether DIY is your best approach. Composite decking has a few unique challenges like the need to pre-drill fastener holes. This 5-minute video from TimberTech shows how to install decking with a grooved profile. The groove allows you do use concealed fasteners. If you choose square planks, the fasteners will be driven through the top of the planks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/main><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" $20 \u2013 $45 Per Square Foot Composite decks cost in the price range of $16 \u2013 $33 per square foot when installed by a deck contractor. The cost varies based on the specific material and whether railing and a substructure is included. 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\n<\/hr>\nOverview of Composite Wood Decks<\/h2>\n
Product and Installation Supplies Cost Details<\/h2>\n
Composite Deck Cost Factors<\/h3>\n
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Cost of Installation Supplies<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Sample Composite Deck Project Costs<\/h3>\n
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Old Deck Removal Cost<\/h3>\n
Permits, Inspection, Related Costs and Installation Time<\/h2>\n
Permits and Inspection Cost<\/h3>\n
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Related Costs and Installation Time <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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DIY or Hire a Pro?<\/h2>\n