Is $25,000 to build a 20x12 elevated deck a fair price?
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I recently shopped for quotes for a 20x12 deck. One vendor didn't even respond. The two that showed up and offered quotes were both north of $25k. This seemed extremely high to me (> $100 per square foot), especially considering that I ordered a shed recently with roughly the same dimensions (20x10) that was delivered for less than a third of that price (with walls, windows, doors, and a roof). I am questioning if this is normal and reasonable.
Quote Details
This quote is for building a 20x12 elevated deck. The scope of work includes: - Deck Dimensions: 20 feet by 12 feet - Elevation: 6-7 feet high - Access: Flight of stairs down to ground level - Demolition: Removal of an existing metal stairwell
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Category
Decking
Price
$25,000
Quote Date
August 20, 2025
Square footage
240
Stairs included?
No
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