Decking Prices

Decking Prices  - Whether you are building your deck yourself or having it professional designed there are several key factors to consider when planning the cost of your deck. The first and most important is your choice of materials.

Decks come in a variety of materials from wood to vinyl to composite boards and even concrete. Choosing the right material for your needs can have the largest impact on the cost of your deck. Wood is generally the cheapest material to build with, all though there are a variety of woods to choose from when building that can be even more expensive than synthetic decking materials.

For example if you build your deck with pine wood the average cost is £0.50-£1.50 per board foot (LxWxH) while cedar wood can be anywhere from £2.50-£10.00 per board foot depending on quality. As you can see material choice can have a huge impact on the cost of your deck. Building a deck your self is always the least expensive way to go but can be difficult if you are not skilled with tools and construction.

Many contractors and designers have cost of construction calculators built right into their web sites so doing a little research can save you a lot in the end. Deck construction costs are generally measured in square footage with extra costs for rails, stairs or any miscellaneous items you would like to have incorporated into your deck.

On average synthetic materials cost are roughly double that of wood while the labor costs should remain nearly the same if you are having a contractor build your deck for you. It is a good idea to have your deck completely planned out before you start that way there are no surprise costs as you go along.

Decking prices can range dramatically depending on materials used as well as the builder (contractors can vary greatly in prices so it is always a good idea to shop around) but in the end the costs involved in building a deck are an investment that will last for many years as you enjoy your deck.