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The cost to build a deck encompasses a range of expenses, such as material selection (which can influence the deck cost per square foot), design complexity, and additional features such as railing ...

Deck Material The material of the deck will also affect the price, since some materials are much more expensive than others; an average range is $3 to $45 per square foot. Many homeowners prefer cedar ...

Despite the wide selection of decking options, builders and homeowners tend to choose among three main ones. Here's some help ...

If your project will use a popular deck wood like cedar, redwood or pressure-treated lumber, and you’re not looking for a bunch of extras, you can assume a deck cost per square foot of about $30 to ...