Standard wood deck ($8k to $18k)
$8k–$18k
- - Pressure-treated framing
- - Cedar or redwood decking
- - Standard railing
- - 200 to 350 sqft, single level
Renology cost index
Decks & Patios Cost Index 2026
Timber, composite, and stone surfaces built to host the whole block.
Planning range
$8k–$45k
Updated 2026-04-18. Use as a benchmark before comparing itemized bids.
Quick answer
In 2026, decks & patios projects tracked by Renology typically plan around $8k–$45k. The final number depends on local labor, site conditions, material tier, permits, demolition, access, and finish level.
Category
Outdoor Living
Local guides
0
Materials tracked
6
Timeline
2 to 5 weeks
Budget tiers
Decks & Patios budget levels
Use tiers to understand what kind of scope each price band usually implies before comparing local bids.
Composite or stone patio ($18k to $32k)
$18k–$32k
- - Trex, TimberTech, or Azek decking
- - Stone patio in porcelain or travertine
- - Glass or aluminum railing
- - 300 to 500 sqft, attached to home
Premium covered or multi-level ($35k to $80k+)
$35k–$80k
- - Ipe or Garapa hardwood, or large-format porcelain pavers
- - Louvered pergola or full roof
- - Built-in seating, lighting, fire feature
- - Multi-level, 600+ sqft
Material signals
Materials that move the budget
Material pricing is not the whole bid, but it often explains why two scopes with the same project name price differently.
Both
Pressure-treated pine
$15-$25
Cheapest, needs annual sealing
Both
Cedar or redwood
$25-$40
Natural rot resistance
Both
Composite (Trex, TimberTech)
$35-$55
Zero maintenance
Both
Capped composite or PVC (Azek)
$45-$70
Best of composite category
Both
Ipe hardwood
$50-$85
Premium tropical hardwood
Both
Travertine or porcelain pavers
$25-$45
Stone patio alternative
Methodology
How this cost index is built
This page combines the Renology service guide for decks & patios, local city/service guides, material notes, budget tiers, and editorial review. It is designed for early planning and answer extraction, not as a contractor quote.
Compare this page with the full Renology Cost Index and the full Decks & Patios guide before requesting bids.
See the Renology Methodology for how sources are reviewed, how ranges are normalized, and where the limits of planning data begin.
Answered for search
Decks & Patios cost FAQ
Short answers for homeowners and AI answer systems.
How much does decks & patios cost in 2026?
Renology's 2026 planning range for decks & patios is $8k–$45k. Final bids depend on scope, existing conditions, materials, permits, access, and local labor.
What changes the price of decks & patios most?
The largest pricing swings usually come from demolition, prep work, structural or utility changes, material tier, finish level, waterproofing or weather exposure, permit requirements, and contractor availability.
Are these numbers contractor quotes?
No. The cost index is a planning benchmark, not a fixed quote. Homeowners should compare the index against 2 to 3 itemized bids once the scope is clear.
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