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$11,344
estimated total
192 sq ft · Composite (Trex-style)
Cost breakdown
Total
$11,344
Cost / sq ft
$59
Materials
$4,224
Labor
$2,880
Railing
$3,360
Stairs
$880
Demolition
$0
Est. lifespan
30 yrs
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Estimated total: $11,344 — about $59/sq ft.
Composite (Trex-style) decks last ~30 years. Annualized cost: ~$378/yr.
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Unlock PremiumThe 2025 national average is $30–$60 per square foot installed. A 200 sq ft pressure-treated deck runs $4,000–$7,000; the same in composite runs $10,000–$14,000; premium PVC or Ipe pushes past $18,000.
Composite costs 2–3× upfront but eliminates the $200–$500 every 2–3 years for staining. Over a 25-year hold, composite is often cheaper AND lasts longer.
In most US municipalities, yes — especially if the deck is more than 30 inches off the ground or attached to the house. Permit fees range $100–$500. Skipping the permit can trigger fines and problems at resale.
DIY can cut costs 30–40% if you have the skills, tools, and time. Contractors typically save you 40–80 hours and warranty their work. Ledger-board flashing and footings are the two things worth paying a pro to get right.
According to Remodeling Magazine's Cost vs. Value report, a mid-range wood deck recoups ~68% at resale. Composite recoups ~55%. Value goes up more if you had no usable outdoor space before.
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