FHB Logo Facebook LinkedIn Email Pinterest Twitter Instagram Plus Icon Close Icon Navigation Search Icon Navigation Search Icon Arrow Down Icon Video Guide Icon Article Guide Icon Modal Close Icon Guide Search Icon Skip to content
Subscribe
Log In
  • How-To
  • Design
  • Tools & Materials
  • Videos
  • Blogs
  • Forum
  • Magazine
  • Members
  • FHB House
  • Podcast
Log In

Discussion Forum

Discussion Forum

TimberTech Deck

Mick182 | Posted in General Discussion on April 13, 2020 02:31pm

Hey Guys,
Over here in NY trying to survive. was offered a deck job from a client which I am grateful for with the construction shut down and all. (Yes, will be doing it myself).
Not being a “deck builder” but quite capable. I have a roughly 500 sq ft deck to build. (roughly 16″ off the ground).
Pt framing and Timbertech deck boards. Pretty basic other than built in benches and planter box.
Im not so much concerned with how much I am going to make as opposed to not “over charging” them, because i’m glad to be able to work and don’t want to price myself out of a good thing. After going over my numbers I arrived at $30 per sq ft. (15,000)
Can any of you deck builders out there let me know if I am in the “ballpark” at 30 sq ft for a composite deck in the NY area? I do not have experience bidding decks. Really need this right now so don’t want to blow it if that makes sense. The last couple months have been brutal!!!
Would really appreciate it

Reply

Replies

  1. user-5370591 | Apr 13, 2020 05:51pm | #1

    Mick,
    I build a lot of Timber tech, the boards can vary from $38 to $129 each so make sure what board the client selected is priced accordingly. I just finished a 300 sq.ft.deck about 24'' above grade, hidden fasteners, the boards were 20' long and $110.00 each, I charged $18,000.00 for it. Structure was 2x10" PT w/3.5 x 9" exterior glu lambs and 18 x 18 x 18'' footings
    $30.00 per sq.ft. is a good price, our typical deck is $48 to $60 a square foot.

  2. Mick182 | Apr 14, 2020 12:14am | #2

    Thanks pal. Much appreciated. A builder I know out west says he charges $35 sq ft and than a per footing charge. Thanks for your input. I feel better about my price not being to high, which I was concerned about. Plus I want to do them right for offering to help me out during a difficult time. Do you mind me asking where you are located? Just curious.
    Question for ya. The deck will extend 18" out from house and there is an old concrete patio that extends 16" out from the house that I will be covering. I was thinking of setting footings out past the end of the concrete and running one long joist. Is that doable? Do 2x10's or 12's come that long as LVL types orsomething that would support a span like that?

  3. user-5370591 | Apr 14, 2020 02:18pm | #3

    Mick, I’m guessing you mean 16’ and not 16”. I’m in northern Arizona, our building department would make us install a midpoint beam on that span even with 2x12”.

  4. Mick182 | Apr 14, 2020 07:35pm | #4

    Yes, 16ft. ;)
    Any suggestions on the "footings" over the concrete? Should I just 6x6 bracket post brackets right to the concrete patio?

Log in or create an account to post a comment.

Sign up Log in

Become a member and get full access to FineHomebuilding.com

Video Shorts

Categories

  • Business
  • Code Questions
  • Construction Techniques
  • Energy, Heating & Insulation
  • General Discussion
  • Help/Work Wanted
  • Photo Gallery
  • Reader Classified
  • Tools for Home Building

Discussion Forum

Recent Posts and Replies

  • |
  • |
  • |
  • |
  • |
  • |
View More Create Post

Up Next

Video Shorts

Featured Story

PVC for a Rot-Proof Fence

Built with rot-proof material with traditional tools and techniques, this classic border is engineered to never sag.

Featured Video

Video: Build a Fireplace, Brick by Brick

Get an overview of the process of creating a traditional-style fireplace that burns well and meets current building codes from experienced mason Mike Mehaffey.

Related Stories

  • Podcast 549: Energy Upgrades, Chimney Inspections, and Questions About a Home You Might Buy
  • Podcast 549: Members-only Aftershow—Patios vs. Decks
  • Podcast 548: PRO TALK With Design/Build Operations Manager Jessica Bishop-Smyser
  • Strategies for Venting a Roof Valley

Highlights

Fine Homebuilding All Access
Fine Homebuilding Podcast
Tool Tech
Plus, get an extra 20% off with code GIFT20

"I have learned so much thanks to the searchable articles on the FHB website. I can confidently say that I expect to be a life-long subscriber." - M.K.

Get home building tips, offers, and expert advice in your inbox

Signing you up...

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
See all newsletters
See all newsletters

BOOKS, DVDs, & MERCH

Shop the Store
  • Code Check Building 4th Edition
    Buy Now
  • 2023 Tool Guide
    Buy Now
  • 2022 Fine Homebuilding Archive
    Buy Now
  • Pretty Good House
    Buy Now
  • Shop the Store

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

  • Issue 314 - April/May 2023
    • 7 Options for Countertops
    • Tool Test: Wood-Boring Bits
    • Critical Details for Ductless Heat Pumps
  • Issue 313 - Feb/March 2023
    • Practical System for a Seismic Retrofit
    • Fine Homebuilding Issue #313 Online Highlights
    • Practical System for a Seismic Retrofit
  • Issue 312 - Dec 2022/Jan 2023
    • Tool Test: Cordless Tablesaws
    • Gray-Water System for a Sustainable Home
    • Insulate a Cape Roof to Avoid Ice Dams
  • Issue 311 - November 2022
    • 7 Steps to a Perfect Exterior Paint Job
    • Options for Smarter Home-Energy Tracking
    • The Fine Homebuilding Interview: James Metoyer
  • Issue 310 - October 2022
    • Choosing a Tile-Leveling System
    • Choosing Between HRVs and ERVs
    • Custom Built-in Cabinets Made Easy

Fine Homebuilding

Follow

  • twitter
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • pinterest

Newsletter

Get home building tips, offers, and expert advice in your inbox

Signing you up...

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
See all newsletters
See all newsletters

Membership & Magazine

  • Online Archive
  • Start Free Trial
  • Magazine Subscription
  • Magazine Renewal
  • Gift a Subscription
  • Customer Support
  • Privacy Preferences

Taunton Network

  • Green Building Advisor
  • Fine Woodworking
  • Fine Gardening
  • Threads
  • About
  • Contact
  • Advertise
  • Careers
  • Copyright
  • Terms of Use
  • Site Map
  • Do not sell or share my information
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • California Privacy Rights

© 2023 The Taunton Press, Inc. All rights reserved.

X
X
This is a dialog window which overlays the main content of the page. The modal window is a 'site map' of the most critical areas of the site. Pressing the Escape (ESC) button will close the modal and bring you back to where you were on the page.

Main Menu

  • How-To
  • Design
  • Tools & Materials
  • Video
  • Blogs
  • Forum
  • Reader Projects
  • Magazine
  • Members
  • FHB House

Podcasts

  • FHB Podcast
  • ProTalk

Webinars

  • Upcoming and On-Demand

Podcasts

  • FHB Podcast
  • ProTalk

Webinars

  • Upcoming and On-Demand

Popular Topics

  • Kitchens
  • Business
  • Bedrooms
  • Roofs
  • Architecture and Design
  • Green Building
  • Decks
  • Framing
  • Safety
  • Remodeling
  • Bathrooms
  • Windows
  • Tilework
  • Ceilings
  • HVAC

Magazine

  • Current Issue
  • Past Issues
  • Magazine Index
  • Subscribe
  • Online Archive
  • Author Guidelines

All Access

  • Member Home
  • Start Free Trial
  • Gift Membership

Shop the Store

  • Books
  • DVDs
  • Taunton Workshops

More

  • FHB Ambassadors
  • Reader Projects
  • Podcast
  • FHB House
  • Customer Support

Account

  • Log In
  • Join

Newsletter

Get home building tips, offers, and expert advice in your inbox

Signing you up...

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
See all newsletters
See all newsletters

Follow

  • twitter
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • pinterest

Join All Access

Become a member and get instant access to thousands of videos, how-tos, tool reviews, and design features.

Start Your Free Trial

Subscribe

FHB Magazine

Start your subscription today and save up to 70%

Subscribe

We hope you’ve enjoyed your free articles. To keep reading, become a member today.

Get complete site access to expert advice, how-to videos, Code Check, and more, plus the print magazine.

Start your FREE trial

Already a member? Log in