Want a better backyard but feel overwhelmed at the idea of major construction? We get it — building a traditional deck can seem expensive, complicated, and downright intimidating. That’s exactly why ...

If your project will use a popular deck wood like cedar, redwood or pressure-treated lumber, and you’re not looking for a bunch of extras, you can assume a deck cost per square foot of about $30 to ...

Q: I plan to build a simple deck at the back of my house this summer, using pressure-treated wood. What should I look for when buying the wood? Also, how much space should I leave between deck boards ...

A typical deck costs between $9,000 and $20,000, with the national average at $14,000. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, but this does ...