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Free Deck Estimate Template (Excel, 2026 Material & Labor Costs)
Typical project: · Timeline: weeks
📊 Trade Benchmarks (avg)
Cost per Sq Ft
$45 - $65
Composite is 2x wood cost
Mat/Labor Split
50/50
Simple but material-intensive
Footer Depth
36 inches
Varies by local frost line
📦 Materials Cost Breakdown
Direct Material| Line Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Composite Decking | $4,800 | 320 sq ft Trex + hidden fasteners |
| Framing Lumber (PT) | $2,200 | 2x10 joists + 4x4 posts |
| Aluminum Railing | $3,500 | Black powder-coated, 52 linear ft |
| Concrete & Hardware | $450 | Sakata footings + joist hangers |
| Materials Subtotal | $10,950 |
👷 Labor Cost Breakdown
Direct Labor| Task | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Footing Excavation | $1,200 | Manual dig + pour |
| Framing & Ledger | $3,800 | 3 days / 2-man crew |
| Decking Install | $2,400 | Hidden fastener system |
| Railing Install | $1,800 | Final trim and cleaning |
| Labor Subtotal | $9,200 |
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Markup ≠ Margin — Don't Make This Mistake
A % markup on $20,150 gives % gross margin — not %. To hit a true % gross margin, divide your cost by NaN.
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