How much does a decking cost in Hobart?
Most decking in Hobart costs $4,500–$14,400
for a standard 15–25 sqm deck
A small 15 sqm hardwood deck in Hobart costs $4,500–$9,000. A medium 25 sqm deck runs $7,200–$14,400. Per-sqm rates range from $160/sqm for treated pine to $495/sqm for composite.
+2.8%
Decking costs in Hobart have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Decking Cost in Hobart
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
Decking in Hobart costs $160–$315/sqm for treated pine, $270–$495/sqm for merbau hardwood, and $250–$495/sqm for composite decking (all supply and installation). A medium 25 sqm deck costs $7,200–$14,400 depending on the material and complexity.
Detailed Pricing — Hobart 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treated pine deck (per sqm) | $160/sqm | $235 | $315 |
| Hardwood deck — merbau (per sqm) | $270/sqm | $380 | $495 |
| Hardwood deck — spotted gum (per sqm) | $315/sqm | $430 | $540 |
| Composite deck (per sqm) | $250/sqm | $360 | $495 |
| Small deck (15 sqm, hardwood) | $4,500total | $6,750 | $9,000 |
| Medium deck (25 sqm, hardwood) | $7,200total | $10,800 | $14,400 |
| Large deck (40 sqm, hardwood) | $11,700total | $17,100 | $23,400 |
| Deck steps (per step) | $135/step | $225 | $360 |
| Deck balustrade / railing (per lm) | $110/lm | $180 | $315 |
| Deck sanding + oiling (per sqm) | $22/sqm | $36 | $54 |
| Old deck demolition + removal | $18/sqm | $32 | $50 |
| Pergola over deck (basic) | $4,500total | $7,200 | $13,500 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Hobart metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.