How much does a decking cost in Brisbane?
Most decking in Brisbane costs $5,000–$16,000
for a standard 15–25 sqm deck
A small 15 sqm hardwood deck in Brisbane costs $5,000–$10,000. A medium 25 sqm deck runs $8,000–$16,000. Per-sqm rates range from $180/sqm for treated pine to $550/sqm for composite.
+4.1%
Decking costs in Brisbane have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Decking Cost in Brisbane
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
Decking in Brisbane costs $180–$350/sqm for treated pine, $300–$550/sqm for merbau hardwood, and $280–$550/sqm for composite decking (all supply and installation). A medium 25 sqm deck costs $8,000–$16,000 depending on the material and complexity.
Detailed Pricing — Brisbane 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treated pine deck (per sqm) | $180/sqm | $260 | $350 |
| Hardwood deck — merbau (per sqm) | $300/sqm | $420 | $550 |
| Hardwood deck — spotted gum (per sqm) | $350/sqm | $480 | $600 |
| Composite deck (per sqm) | $280/sqm | $400 | $550 |
| Small deck (15 sqm, hardwood) | $5,000total | $7,500 | $10,000 |
| Medium deck (25 sqm, hardwood) | $8,000total | $12,000 | $16,000 |
| Large deck (40 sqm, hardwood) | $13,000total | $19,000 | $26,000 |
| Deck steps (per step) | $150/step | $250 | $400 |
| Deck balustrade / railing (per lm) | $120/lm | $200 | $350 |
| Deck sanding + oiling (per sqm) | $25/sqm | $40 | $60 |
| Old deck demolition + removal | $20/sqm | $35 | $55 |
| Pergola over deck (basic) | $5,000total | $8,000 | $15,000 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Brisbane metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.