How much does a decking cost in Canberra?
Most decking in Canberra costs $5,500–$17,600
for a standard 15–25 sqm deck
A small 15 sqm hardwood deck in Canberra costs $5,500–$11,000. A medium 25 sqm deck runs $8,800–$17,600. Per-sqm rates range from $200/sqm for treated pine to $605/sqm for composite.
+2.6%
Decking costs in Canberra have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Decking Cost in Canberra
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
Decking in Canberra costs $200–$385/sqm for treated pine, $330–$605/sqm for merbau hardwood, and $310–$605/sqm for composite decking (all supply and installation). A medium 25 sqm deck costs $8,800–$17,600 depending on the material and complexity.
Detailed Pricing — Canberra 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treated pine deck (per sqm) | $200/sqm | $285 | $385 |
| Hardwood deck — merbau (per sqm) | $330/sqm | $460 | $605 |
| Hardwood deck — spotted gum (per sqm) | $385/sqm | $530 | $660 |
| Composite deck (per sqm) | $310/sqm | $440 | $605 |
| Small deck (15 sqm, hardwood) | $5,500total | $8,250 | $11,000 |
| Medium deck (25 sqm, hardwood) | $8,800total | $13,200 | $17,600 |
| Large deck (40 sqm, hardwood) | $14,300total | $20,900 | $28,600 |
| Deck steps (per step) | $165/step | $275 | $440 |
| Deck balustrade / railing (per lm) | $130/lm | $220 | $385 |
| Deck sanding + oiling (per sqm) | $28/sqm | $44 | $66 |
| Old deck demolition + removal | $22/sqm | $38 | $61 |
| Pergola over deck (basic) | $5,500total | $8,800 | $16,500 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Canberra metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.