How Much Does a Deck
Cost in Alberta?
Complete 2026 price guide with material costs, labour rates, permits, and total installed prices.
Quick Answer
A typical 320 sq ft deck in Alberta costs between $5,120 and $18,240 installed, depending on material choice. Build season: May – October.
Materials
Depends on material choice. Pressure-treated is cheapest, Ipê most expensive.
Labour
Labour rates in Alberta. Includes framing, installation, and basic cleanup.
Permits
No provincial sales tax. Chinook winds in Calgary can extend usable deck season. Permits vary by municipality.
Deck Cost Calculator — Alberta
Based on a 320 sq ft deck
| Material | Material/sqft | Labour/sqft | Materials (320 sqft) | Labour | Total Installed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure-Treated Wood | $2 – $5 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $640–$1,600 | $4,480–$10,240 | $5,120–$11,840 |
| Western Red Cedar | $5 – $10 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $1,600–$3,200 | $4,480–$10,240 | $6,080–$13,440 |
| Redwood | $8 – $15 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $2,560–$4,800 | $4,480–$10,240 | $7,040–$15,040 |
| Composite Decking | $8 – $18 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $2,560–$5,760 | $4,480–$10,240 | $7,040–$16,000 |
| Trex Composite | $10 – $22 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $3,200–$7,040 | $4,480–$10,240 | $7,680–$17,280 |
| TimberTech | $10 – $24 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $3,200–$7,680 | $4,480–$10,240 | $7,680–$17,920 |
| PVC Decking | $10 – $22 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $3,200–$7,040 | $4,480–$10,240 | $7,680–$17,280 |
| AZEK PVC | $14 – $28 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $4,480–$8,960 | $4,480–$10,240 | $8,960–$19,200 |
| Ipê (Brazilian Hardwood) | $12 – $25 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $3,840–$8,000 | $4,480–$10,240 | $8,320–$18,240 |
| Cumaru | $8 – $16 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $2,560–$5,120 | $4,480–$10,240 | $7,040–$15,360 |
| Aluminum Decking | $15 – $30 per sq ft | $14–$32 | $4,800–$9,600 | $4,480–$10,240 | $9,280–$19,840 |
Building a Deck in Alberta
Build Season
May – October. Plan early — the best contractors book up fast in spring.
Average Deck Size
320 sq ft is typical in Alberta. This gives a comfortable outdoor living space for entertaining.
Important Notes
No provincial sales tax. Chinook winds in Calgary can extend usable deck season. Permits vary by municipality.
Best Materials for Alberta
Composite and PVC handle Alberta's freeze-thaw cycles best. Cedar is excellent for those wanting natural wood.
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