Cost to Build a Deck in Richmond, VA (2026)
In Richmond a 12×16 ft deck costs about $4,166 in pressure-treated pine and $9,158 in composite, installed — right in line with the US average. Below: local prices by size, footing depth, permits and a calculator priced for Richmond.
Pressure-treated pine
$19–$25 /sq ft
Cedar
$28–$37 /sq ft
Composite
$42–$55 /sq ft
Deck cost calculator for Richmond
Priced with Richmond labour, material and footing-depth factors. Change any input and the estimate updates.
Estimated installed cost
$8,059 – $10,532
192 sq ft · about $47.70/sq ft
- Materials
- $5,714
- Labour
- $3,444
- Footings (18 in deep)
- 3 × about $148
- Frost-depth adjustment
- −$58
Mid-range estimate for a rectangular deck attached to the house, with one beam line per 12 ft of depth and footings every 8 ft. Excludes demolition, permits and site work. For railing, stairs and a full line-item breakdown use the main deck cost calculator.
Richmond deck cost by size and material
Mid-range installed prices for a standard-height deck attached to the house, with footings at 18 inches. Add railing and stairs in the deck cost calculator.
| Deck size | Pressure-treated pine | Cedar | Composite |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 × 10 ft (100 sq ft) | $2,142 | $3,142 | $4,742 |
| 12 × 12 ft (144 sq ft) | $3,110 | $4,550 | $6,854 |
| 12 × 16 ft (192 sq ft) | $4,166 | $6,086 | $9,158 |
| 16 × 20 ft (320 sq ft) | $6,886 | $10,086 | $15,206 |
| 20 × 20 ft (400 sq ft) | $8,646 | $12,646 | $19,046 |
What makes a deck in Richmond cost what it does
Humid summers, mild winters and older homes with rear porches.
Labour here runs 2% above the Virginia average, so a pressure-treated 12×16 that averages $4,178 across Virginia comes to about $4,166 in Richmond. Humid summers, mild to cold winters and salt air in Hampton Roads.
Footings
Footings in Richmond go about 18 inches deep, which costs roughly $148 per 12 inch footing installed. A 12×16 deck needs about 3. Size them with the deck footing calculator.
Deck permits in Richmond
Permits are issued by the City of Richmond Permits & Inspections. The Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code applies; footings typically go 18 inches deep. Typical fees run $100–$400. For the state rules that sit behind the local ones, see deck cost in Virginia.
Choosing decking in Richmond
Composite adds about $4,992 to a 12×16 deck here over pressure-treated. Pressure-treated is the value choice across most of the state; Northern Virginia homes often go composite. Run the numbers for your deck in the composite vs wood calculator.
Best time to build
April to June and September to November.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a deck cost in Richmond?
A 12×16 ft deck in Richmond costs about $4,166 in pressure-treated pine, $6,086 in cedar and $9,158 in composite, installed. That is $19–$25 per square foot for pressure-treated and $42–$55 for composite.
Is building a deck in Richmond more expensive than elsewhere in Virginia?
A typical deck in Richmond runs right in line with the Virginia average and right in line with the US average, mainly because of local labour rates. Humid summers, mild winters and older homes with rear porches.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Richmond?
Permits are issued by the City of Richmond Permits & Inspections. The Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code applies; footings typically go 18 inches deep. Budget roughly $100–$400 for the permit, more if drawings by a design professional are required.
How deep do deck footings have to be in Richmond?
About 18 inches. Each 12 inch footing at that depth costs roughly $148 installed, and a 12×16 deck needs about 3. Always confirm the required depth with the City of Richmond Permits & Inspections before digging — the footing inspection happens before any concrete goes in.
Should I choose composite or wood for a deck in Richmond?
Composite adds about $4,992 to a 12×16 deck in Richmond but removes staining every two to three years. Pressure-treated is the value choice across most of the state; Northern Virginia homes often go composite.
Price the rest of the project
Figures are planning estimates built from national installed prices adjusted for Virginia and Richmond labour, materials and footing depth. Get two or three itemised local quotes. Method.