Pricing Guide · Decking Pricing
Decking Cost Sunshine Coast — 2026 Price & Material Guide
Decking prices on the Sunshine Coast typically range from $320 to $650+ per m² depending on material selection, subframe engineering, block slope, and elevation off the ground.
2026 Material & Labor Tiers
Treated Pine / Standard Deck
$320 – $420 / m²H3 treated pine decking, pine substructure, ground level, standard stainless fixings.
Hardwood (Spotted Gum / Merbau)
$450 – $580 / m²Class 1 Australian hardwood, hardwood/steel frame, oiling finish, concealed fixings.
Premium Composite & Elevated
$550 – $750+ / m²Commercial composite decking, steel framing, elevated over 1m, engineering & council certification.
Factors Impacting Your Final Price
- Site Access & Slope: Steep blocks or narrow side access require specialized machinery or manual excavation.
- Soil Type & Subframe: Basalt clay or rocky Hinterland ground needs deeper concrete footings than sandy coastal soil.
- Council Approvals: Decks over 1m high or structures over 10m² require engineering design and QBCC certification.
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