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How Much does It Cost to Build a Deck?

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Depending on size of deck you are building, take a 10x12 foot deck for pressure treated wood and other materials average range is anywhere from $500-$1000 doing it yourself. For having someone do the work it can range from $1000-1900. Also take in the consideration the type and quality of materials chosen determines total price. Yellow pine, which can splinter or turn gray over the years cost $10-16 a sq foot installed or $4000-$6400 for a 20x20 foot deck. Redwood or cedar can last up to 20 years and will cost $18-22 a sq foot or $7200-$8000 for a 20x20 deck. Durable teak like tropical hardwoods can run you $22-24 or more installed or $8800-9600 for 20x20 deck. Indestructible plastic wood are around $20 a sq foot installed or $8000 for 20x20 foot deck, or you can opt for a low maintenance vinyl deck that include rails ranging from $13-22 a sq foot installed or $5200-$8000 for a 20x20 deck.