Just enter the deck size (square feet) and labor cost per square foot, and get an accurate estimate of your total labor expenses for deck construction.

How to Calculate Deck Labor Cost?

Deck labor cost depends on two main factors:

1. Deck Size (sq. ft.) – The total area of the deck.
2. Labor Cost per Square Foot – The amount charged by contractors per square foot.

By multiplying these values, we get the total labor cost for deck installation.

Step 1: Calculate Deck Area

First, we determine the total area of the deck by multiplying its length and width.

$\text{Deck Area} = \text{Deck Length} \times \text{Deck Width}$

Step 2: Calculate Total Labor Cost

Once we have the deck area, we multiply it by the labor cost per square foot to get the total labor expense.

Formula:

$\text{Total Labor Cost} = \text{Deck Area} \times \text{Labor Cost per sq. ft}$

Step 3: Calculate Additional Costs (Optional)

If there are extra labor expenses for tasks like staining, sealing, or custom designs, we add them to the total labor cost.

Formula:

$\text{Final Labor Cost} = \text{Total Labor Cost} + \text{Additional Labor Costs}$

Example Calculation

Given Data:

• Deck Length: 20 ft
• Deck Width: 10 ft
• Labor Cost per sq. ft: $8
• Additional Labor Costs: $200

Step 1: Calculate Deck Area

$\text{Deck Area} = 20 \times 10 = 200 \text{ sq. ft}$

Step 2: Calculate Total Labor Cost

$\text{Total Labor Cost} = 200 \times 8 = 1,600$

Step 3: Include Additional Costs

$\text{Final Labor Cost} = 1,600 + 200 = 1,800$

Final Estimate:

$1,800 for deck labor cost.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How much does deck labor cost per square foot?

Labor costs typically range from $5 to $15 per square foot, depending on the complexity of the design and location.

2. Does deck labor cost include materials?

No, the Deck Labor Cost Calculator only estimates labor expenses. Material costs must be calculated separately.