Approximate deck restoration costs
| Work | Planning range | Typical context |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning and maintenance preparation | $25 to $55 per m² | Sound coating, routine maintenance and straightforward access |
| Professional deck sanding | $25 to $60 per m² | Open floorboards, normal access and moderate preparation |
| Full sanding and coating | $45 to $100 per m² | Preparation plus coating system |
| Heavy coating removal or detailed restoration | $70 to $140 per m² | Peeling layers, edges, detail work and difficult coatings |
| Pool deck restoration | $50 to $110 per m² | Wet area protection, cleaning and detailed preparation |
| Minor accessible repairs | $500 to $3,000 plus | Boards, fixings and local damage |
| Reboarding | $110 to $190 per m² plus | Timber, removal, disposal and access vary |
| Body corporate and commercial | $5,000 to $100,000 plus | Measured and staged project scope |
These are not fixed advertised prices. Deck size alone does not show coating failure, repairs, edge work, stairs, rails, access, protection or drying constraints.
What changes the final quote?
- Measured floor area plus stairs, handrails, screens and edges
- Whether the deck needs cleaning, maintenance sanding or complete coating removal
- Timber species, board thickness and existing coating
- Rot, broken boards, raised nails, loose screws and damaged steps
- Apartment access, body corporate notices and commercial staging
- Protection of pools, glass, walls, landscaping and neighbouring property
- Product, colour, number of coats and drying windows
Why some small decks still cost more than expected
Small balconies and detailed decks can contain a high proportion of edges, rails, corners and hand work. Travel, setup, protection and drying time also exist regardless of floor area. Our practical target is generally projects around $2,000 to $3,000 and above.
Body corporate and commercial pricing
Shared and commercial sites should be priced from a written scope. Measured areas, repairs, staging, resident access, dust control, notices, products and future maintenance should be included so committees can compare like with like.