How Much Does a Deck
Cost in Nova Scotia?
Complete 2026 price guide with material costs, labour rates, permits, and total installed prices.
Quick Answer
A typical 260 sq ft deck in Nova Scotia costs between $3,900 and $14,300 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 Nova Scotia. Includes framing, installation, and basic cleanup.
Permits
Coastal salt air affects material choice. HST 15%. Moisture-resistant materials recommended.
Deck Cost Calculator — Nova Scotia
Based on a 260 sq ft deck
| Material | Material/sqft | Labour/sqft | Materials (260 sqft) | Labour | Total Installed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure-Treated Wood | $2 – $5 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $520–$1,300 | $3,380–$7,800 | $3,900–$9,100 |
| Western Red Cedar | $5 – $10 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $1,300–$2,600 | $3,380–$7,800 | $4,680–$10,400 |
| Redwood | $8 – $15 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $2,080–$3,900 | $3,380–$7,800 | $5,460–$11,700 |
| Composite Decking | $8 – $18 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $2,080–$4,680 | $3,380–$7,800 | $5,460–$12,480 |
| Trex Composite | $10 – $22 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $2,600–$5,720 | $3,380–$7,800 | $5,980–$13,520 |
| TimberTech | $10 – $24 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $2,600–$6,240 | $3,380–$7,800 | $5,980–$14,040 |
| PVC Decking | $10 – $22 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $2,600–$5,720 | $3,380–$7,800 | $5,980–$13,520 |
| AZEK PVC | $14 – $28 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $3,640–$7,280 | $3,380–$7,800 | $7,020–$15,080 |
| Ipê (Brazilian Hardwood) | $12 – $25 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $3,120–$6,500 | $3,380–$7,800 | $6,500–$14,300 |
| Cumaru | $8 – $16 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $2,080–$4,160 | $3,380–$7,800 | $5,460–$11,960 |
| Aluminum Decking | $15 – $30 per sq ft | $13–$30 | $3,900–$7,800 | $3,380–$7,800 | $7,280–$15,600 |
Building a Deck in Nova Scotia
Build Season
May – October. Plan early — the best contractors book up fast in spring.
Average Deck Size
260 sq ft is typical in Nova Scotia. This gives a comfortable outdoor living space for entertaining.
Important Notes
Coastal salt air affects material choice. HST 15%. Moisture-resistant materials recommended.
Best Materials for Nova Scotia
Composite and PVC handle Nova Scotia's freeze-thaw cycles best. Cedar is excellent for those wanting natural wood.
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