What to know about deck building in Greensboro
Humidity and storms in Greensboro favor moisture- and rot-resistant materials.
What affects deck building cost in Greensboro
Beyond the local market, the same factors that drive deck building cost everywhere apply in Greensboro:
- 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 Greensboro
These figures are adjusted for Greensboro pricing (about 0.92x the national average), so they reflect what local homeowners actually pay.
| Decking material | Cost in Greensboro | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure-treated wood | $10.35 to $31.05 /sq ft | About $3,100 to $9,300 |
| Cedar or redwood | $13.80 to $41.40 /sq ft | About $4,150 to $12,400 |
| Composite (Trex, TimberTech) | $19.32 to $57.96 /sq ft | About $5,800 to $17,400 |
| PVC / capped polymer | $22.08 to $66.24 /sq ft | About $6,600 to $19,900 |
| Tropical hardwood (ipe) | $24.84 to $74.52 /sq ft | About $7,450 to $22,400 |