A range of factors will affect the total cost of your deck, specifically:
- Size in square metres
- Type of decking material
- Accessories, including timber for bearers & joists, nuts, bolts, posts
- If you include stairs, a balustrade and/or roofing
- Site conditions, including soil type
- Elevation, an elevated deck is more labour intensive and requires adherence to stricter specifications
- Permits required from council
Expect to pay in the region of:
- $200 per square metre for treated pine decking
- $320+ per square metre for hardwood timber decking
- $350+ per square metre for composite decking
- $800+ per square metre for decking with roofing and/or stairs
- $1000+ for elevated cyclone rated decking
There is an alternate that costs similar to a hardwood deck. The UDECX Portable Decking System
- Quick to install
- No council permit required in most cases
- DIY – straight out of the box delivered to you
- Long-lasting and hard-wearing – made to USA Military Standards
- Fully portable – take it with you when you move or simply move the deck around the back yard to suit the weather conditions!
- Easily redesigned when you want a fresh look
Get ready for spring and summer entertainment in your outdoor area with an easily installed, fully portable decking system.
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