Quick Answer

Deck Building Cost in Phoenix (2026)

Average cost in Phoenix

US$5,500avg

US$1,800 — US$21,000

US$15 — US$60 per sq ft

+6.5% YoY
6 sources
Updated today
Arizona

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Installation and site preparation

US$1,500 — US$4,500

38%

Decking Materials

Surface boards (wood or composite)

US$1,000 — US$6,000

30%

Framing & Hardware

Joists, posts, concrete footings, and fasteners

US$800 — US$3,500

22%

Permits & Inspections

Local Phoenix/Maricopa County building permits

US$200 — US$800

10%

🧾Sales Tax (5.6%) — Arizona
Base cost + $308 tax$5,808

Sales Tax at 5.6%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Pressure-treated lumber
  • Concrete footings
  • Railing system
  • Stairs (1 set)
  • Hardware & fasteners
  • Labor

Typically Excludes

  • Composite or hardwood decking
  • Built-in seating or planters
  • Pergola or roof
  • Lighting
  • Permits

Based on a standard 200 sq ft pressure-treated wood deck.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$7,240

US$5,792 — US$8,688

Based on 6 sources and market data for Phoenix. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Deck Build Contractors in Phoenix

Verified providers
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Victory Construction LLC

4022 E Broadway Rd Suite 104, Phoenix, AZ 85040, USA

5.0
★★★★★

43 reviews

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D&J Construction Services, LLC

515 E Grant St suite 150, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

5.0
★★★★★

31 reviews

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New Look Deck Co

2240 W Morten Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021, USA

4.8
★★★★½

20 reviews

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Done Right Decks of Phoenix

225 E Jessie Owens Pkwy apt 145, Phoenix, AZ 85042, USA

4.8
★★★★½

18 reviews

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El Mirage Deck Builders

11809 W Larkspur Rd, El Mirage, AZ 85335, USA

4.8
★★★★½

10 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

On average, homeowners in Phoenix spend between $4,500 and $7,200 to build a deck. Total costs typically range from $1,800 for a basic ground-level wood deck to over $21,000 for a large, multi-level composite deck.

Most deck builders in Phoenix charge between $15 and $60 per square foot. Basic pressure-treated wood decks sit at the lower end ($15-$30/sq ft), while premium composite or PVC decks range from $40 to $60+ per square foot.

Composite and PVC decking are highly recommended for Arizona's intense sun. While pressure-treated wood is cheaper upfront, materials account for about 30% of the total cost, and composite stands up much better to UV radiation and requires less maintenance.

Labor typically accounts for about 38% of the total project cost in Phoenix. Local labor rates for skilled trades average around $43 per hour, which translates to roughly $11 to $25 per square foot for installation.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 6+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.