2025 Deck Pricing Guide
Accurate Deck Pricing For The Twin Cities MN Area
Deck Pricing Guide for the Twin Cities Area (2025)
Thinking about building a new deck and wondering what it might cost? You're not alone. One of the first questions we get from homeowners is, “What does a deck cost around here?” In this guide, we’ll break down real numbers based on material type, deck size, and upgrades so you can get a realistic picture of what to expect when hiring a contractor to build your deck in Minnesota.
Whether you're looking for a basic pressure-treated wood deck or a full outdoor living space with lighting, hot tub support, and custom railings, this guide is built to help you budget smart and build with confidence.
Why choose Thunderstruck Restorations?
We’re not just another deck builder. Thunderstruck Restorations is a Deckorators® Certified Pro Contractor and a TrexPro® Builder—certifications that show our commitment to quality craftsmanship and product knowledge. We've been a TrexPro since 2022, and we’ve built hundreds of decks throughout the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area.
Here’s what sets us apart:
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- 5-star rating on Google with over 45 reviews
- Certified by two of the industry’s top manufacturers
- We use helical pile foundations for longer-lasting, frost-proof support
- Local expertise, built for Minnesota’s unique weather and soil
- No high-pressure sales. Just honest work, transparent pricing, and reliable timelines
What does a new deck cost in the Twin Cities?
Our starting prices for 2025 are:
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- Pressure-treated wood deck: Starting at $45/sqft
- Cedar deck: Starting at $55/sqft
- Trex composite deck: Starting at $70/sqft
- Premium composite (like Azek/Deckorators Voyage): Starting at $100/sqft
These prices include framing, basic stairs, and standard construction. Upgrades, elevation changes, access issues, and layout complexity can all impact your final cost.
Deck pricing by material and size
We’ve listed common deck sizes and what you can expect to pay based on the material. These ranges reflect real projects we’ve built.
Pressure-treated wood decks
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- Small 12x12 deck (144 sqft): $6,500 – $8,000
- Mid-size 16x20 deck (320 sqft): $14,500 – $18,000
- Large wrap-around or multi-level: $20,000 – $30,000+
Cedar decks
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- Small 12x12 deck: $8,000 – $10,000
- Mid-size 16x20: $16,000 – $21,000
- Large custom build: $25,000 – $35,000+
Trex composite decks
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- Basic 12x12 Trex deck: $10,000 – $13,000
- Mid-size 16x20 Trex deck with aluminum railings: $20,000 – $28,000
- Multi-level or curved layout: $30,000 – $50,000+
Premium composite decks (Azek, Deckorators Voyage)
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- Small premium deck: $14,000 – $18,000
- Large with lighting, wrapped posts, railings: $30,000 – $55,000+
- Outdoor living build with hot tub, roof, rain system: $60,000 – $100,000+
Want to learn more about the materials we use? Visit our pages on composite decks or wood decks to see the differences.
Concrete vs. helical pile footings (and why we prefer helical)
Minnesota requires deck footings to reach below the frost line, at least 4 feet deep, with a flared base. Traditional concrete footings work, but they’re not always the most reliable in clay-heavy or boggy soil.
That’s why we prefer helical piles on most of our projects.
Why helical piles are better:
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- Drilled 7 feet into the ground (well below frost)
- No digging or bell base required
- Stronger load capacity (perfect for hot tubs or elevated decks)
- Lifetime warranty
- Won’t shift, settle, or heave
- Easy to adjust or extend if needed
Pricing:
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- Concrete footing: $250 each
- Helical pile footing: $425 each
We almost always recommend helicals for long-term durability, especially if you're considering a hot tub deck or multi-level layout.
Add-ons that affect deck pricing
The size and shape of your deck are just one part of the budget. Upgrades like these can improve safety, function, and appearance, but they will increase the overall price.
Popular upgrades:
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- Aluminum, cable, or glass railings
- Stair lighting or solar caps
- Gates (for pets or safety)
- Privacy screens or decorative fencing
- Pergolas or shade structures
- RainEscape or dry-under systems
- Hot tub framing or load-bearing reinforcement
- Wrapped beams and posts
- Screened-in porches or roof structures
- Custom stairs or platforms
- Electrical and gas hookups
Thinking about adding a pergola or privacy screen? We can build it to match your new deck.
Real deck projects with pricing examples
These are actual decks we've designed and built across the Twin Cities. Every deck is different, but these examples should give you a realistic idea of what similar projects might cost.
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- 12x14 wood deck with stairs and railing (Coon Rapids) – ~$8,700
- 14x16 cedar deck with stair lighting and privacy screen (Lino Lakes) – ~$15,500
- 16x20 Trex deck with aluminum rail, helical footings, and gate (Ham Lake) – ~$25,000
- 20x20 cedar deck with partial wrap-around, pergola, and stair lighting (Andover) – ~$28,000
- 22x18 Deckorators composite deck with custom stairs and cable rail (Saint Paul) – ~$36,000
- 24x24 Azek deck with lighting, pergola, and RainEscape dry space (Forest Lake) – ~$58,000
- Multi-level Trex deck with hot tub support, aluminum railing, and post wraps (Blaine) – ~$65,000+
- 30x30 composite wrap-around deck with screened-in porch and gas line for fire table (East Bethel) – ~$85,000+
Check out more examples in our project gallery or reach out if you’d like to talk about a build similar to one of the examples above.
Be careful comparing deck quotes—cheaper isn’t always better
If you’ve started gathering quotes, you may have seen a few that seem surprisingly low. It’s natural to want to save money, but it's important to understand what you’re really getting.
Here’s what some lower-priced contractors might skip:
Common shortcuts to watch out for:
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- Undersized framing or poor spacing that weakens the structure
- Cheap fasteners that rust or fail in harsh weather
- Shallow or improperly installed footings that can heave or crack
- Unlicensed labor or subs without oversight or warranty
- No permits or inspections, putting you at risk later
Why it matters:
Saving a few thousand dollars up front can cost you double that in repairs, or worse, force you to rebuild later to meet code. A deck is a major structure. It needs to be safe, strong, and built to last.
We’ve seen it too many times: someone chooses the lowest bidder and calls us two years later with sagging boards, rotting posts, or a failed inspection when selling the home.
At Thunderstruck Restorations, we don’t cut corners. We use quality materials, build to Minnesota code, and offer real warranties. We’d rather explain our pricing now than have to explain a failure later.
We build decks across the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro
We proudly serve homeowners throughout the Twin Cities area, including:
Cities:
Andover, Blaine, Coon Rapids, East Bethel, Forest Lake, Ham Lake, Lino Lakes, Saint Paul
Counties:
Anoka County, Chisago County, Hennepin County, Washington County, Dakota County, Ramsey County, Wright County
If you're in the area and need a deck builder you can count on, we're local, experienced, and easy to work with.
Want to estimate your project? Use our deck cost calculator
Try our Deck Cost Calculator to get a ballpark range based on your size, material, and upgrades. It's fast, simple, and gives you a better idea of what to budget.
Or, skip the guesswork and request a free estimate. We'll visit your property, answer your questions, and help design a deck that fits your goals and budget.