How much does a decking cost in Sunshine Coast?
Most decking in Sunshine Coast costs $4,850–$15,500
for a standard 15–25 sqm deck
A small 15 sqm hardwood deck in Sunshine Coast costs $4,850–$9,700. A medium 25 sqm deck runs $7,750–$15,500. Per-sqm rates range from $175/sqm for treated pine to $535/sqm for composite.
+3.6%
Decking costs in Sunshine Coast have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Decking Cost in Sunshine Coast
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
Decking in Sunshine Coast costs $175–$340/sqm for treated pine, $290–$535/sqm for merbau hardwood, and $270–$535/sqm for composite decking (all supply and installation). A medium 25 sqm deck costs $7,750–$15,500 depending on the material and complexity.
Detailed Pricing — Sunshine Coast 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treated pine deck (per sqm) | $175/sqm | $250 | $340 |
| Hardwood deck — merbau (per sqm) | $290/sqm | $405 | $535 |
| Hardwood deck — spotted gum (per sqm) | $340/sqm | $465 | $580 |
| Composite deck (per sqm) | $270/sqm | $390 | $535 |
| Small deck (15 sqm, hardwood) | $4,850total | $7,300 | $9,700 |
| Medium deck (25 sqm, hardwood) | $7,750total | $11,650 | $15,500 |
| Large deck (40 sqm, hardwood) | $12,600total | $18,450 | $25,200 |
| Deck steps (per step) | $145/step | $240 | $390 |
| Deck balustrade / railing (per lm) | $115/lm | $195 | $340 |
| Deck sanding + oiling (per sqm) | $24/sqm | $39 | $58 |
| Old deck demolition + removal | $19/sqm | $34 | $53 |
| Pergola over deck (basic) | $4,850total | $7,750 | $14,550 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Sunshine Coast metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.