What to know about deck building in Colorado Springs
Freeze-thaw winters in Colorado Springs reward durable materials and careful sealing to keep moisture out.
What affects deck building cost in Colorado Springs
Beyond the local market, the same factors that drive deck building cost everywhere apply in Colorado Springs:
- Deck size in square feet.
- Material: pressure-treated wood is cheapest, composite and PVC cost more.
- Height and complexity: raised, multi-level, and stairs add labor.
- Railings, built-in seating, lighting, and pergolas.
Deck Building cost by decking material in Colorado Springs
These figures are adjusted for Colorado Springs pricing (about 1.05x the national average), so they reflect what local homeowners actually pay.
| Decking material | Cost in Colorado Springs | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure-treated wood | $11.81 to $35.44 /sq ft | About $3,550 to $10,600 |
| Cedar or redwood | $15.75 to $47.25 /sq ft | About $4,750 to $14,200 |
| Composite (Trex, TimberTech) | $22.05 to $66.15 /sq ft | About $6,600 to $19,800 |
| PVC / capped polymer | $25.20 to $75.60 /sq ft | About $7,550 to $22,700 |
| Tropical hardwood (ipe) | $28.35 to $85.05 /sq ft | About $8,500 to $25,500 |