Is $42,000 to tear down and replace deck with timbertech composite a fair price?
Project Details
The homeowner is replacing a 30-year-old deck that was not built to code (nailed together without joist hangers or lag bolts). They received three quotes: one for a simple resurface with Trex for $39k, one from a contractor requiring the owner to buy materials, and the selected proposal for a full tear-down and rebuild.
Quote Details
Full removal of existing deck and construction of a new 536 sq. ft. composite deck including: - TimberTech Terrain decking in horizontal orientation - 6x6 posts with 2x10 beams and 2x10 joists at 16" O.C. - Aluminum railing with (2) 4' wide aluminum gates - (2) 4' wide stairs with Terrain treads and 1x8 risers - Lighting package: (7) accent lights, (4) riser lights, and transformer with photocell - 5/4" x 6" deck skirting and deck trim - Gravel and vegetation barrier (#57 wash) - Permit procurement and demolition of old structure
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Category
Decking
Price
$42,000
Quote Date
April 24, 2026
Location
Ohio
Material
Composite
Railing included?
No
Square footage
536
Stairs included?
No
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