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Deck Building Cost in Victoria (2026)

Average cost in Victoria

$20,612avg

$7,000 — $50,000

$40 — $130 per sq ft

+2.8% YoY
12 sources
Updated 2 weeks ago
British Columbia

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional installation and framing

$3,500 — $25,000

50%

Materials

Decking boards, joists, and hardware

$2,800 — $20,000

40%

Disposal & Site Prep

Old deck removal and landfill fees

$500 — $4,000

8%

Permits

City of Victoria application and inspection

$200 — $1,000

2%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $2,473 tax$23,085

GST+PST at 12%

📋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

$8,360

$6,688 — $10,032

Based on 12 sources and market data for Victoria. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$20,050

Today

$20,612

Deck Building in Victoria is 2.8% compared to roughly a year ago — about $561 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Deck Build Contractors in Victoria

Verified providers
🔨

Green Island Builders Ltd

3030 McAnally Rd, Victoria, BC V8N 1T4, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

40 reviews

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Canpro Deck and Rail Victoria

615 David St #1, Victoria, BC V8T 2C9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

29 reviews

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Victoria Deck Ltd.

512 William St, Victoria, BC V9A 3Y9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

16 reviews

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Cedar Hill Sundecks™

3999 Cedar Hill Cross Rd, Victoria, BC V8P 2N9, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

16 reviews

🔨

Pro Deck Ltd

1910 Argyle Ave, Victoria, BC V8P 1E6, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

32 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

Yes, a permit is required for any deck that is more than 24 inches (60 cm) above the adjacent grade or if it is attached to the house. The City of Victoria charges a $100 application fee plus 1.4% of the total construction value.

Pressure-treated wood is the cheapest at $30–$45 per sq ft installed, but Western Red Cedar ($45–$60) is a popular local choice. However, due to Victoria's high moisture levels, composite decking ($55–$130) is increasingly recommended for its 25-30 year lifespan and low maintenance.

Disposal at the Hartland Landfill costs approximately $80 per tonne for clean wood and $110 per tonne for treated wood or asphalt shingles. Professional demolition and hauling typically add $5–$15 per square foot to the project total.

While simple residential deck permits can sometimes be processed in 4-6 weeks, the City of Victoria has introduced 'permit fee holidays' and streamlined processes to manage the 2026 construction demand, though complex designs may still take longer.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ 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: 2 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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