How much does a decking cost in Gold Coast?
Most decking in Gold Coast costs $4,900–$15,700
for a standard 15–25 sqm deck
A small 15 sqm hardwood deck in Gold Coast costs $4,900–$9,800. A medium 25 sqm deck runs $7,850–$15,700. Per-sqm rates range from $175/sqm for treated pine to $540/sqm for composite.
+3.7%
Decking costs in Gold Coast have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Decking Cost in Gold Coast
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
Decking in Gold Coast costs $175–$345/sqm for treated pine, $295–$540/sqm for merbau hardwood, and $275–$540/sqm for composite decking (all supply and installation). A medium 25 sqm deck costs $7,850–$15,700 depending on the material and complexity.
Detailed Pricing — Gold Coast 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treated pine deck (per sqm) | $175/sqm | $255 | $345 |
| Hardwood deck — merbau (per sqm) | $295/sqm | $410 | $540 |
| Hardwood deck — spotted gum (per sqm) | $345/sqm | $470 | $590 |
| Composite deck (per sqm) | $275/sqm | $390 | $540 |
| Small deck (15 sqm, hardwood) | $4,900total | $7,350 | $9,800 |
| Medium deck (25 sqm, hardwood) | $7,850total | $11,750 | $15,700 |
| Large deck (40 sqm, hardwood) | $12,750total | $18,600 | $25,500 |
| Deck steps (per step) | $145/step | $245 | $390 |
| Deck balustrade / railing (per lm) | $120/lm | $195 | $345 |
| Deck sanding + oiling (per sqm) | $24/sqm | $39 | $59 |
| Old deck demolition + removal | $20/sqm | $34 | $54 |
| Pergola over deck (basic) | $4,900total | $7,850 | $14,700 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Gold Coast metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.