Quick Answer

Deck Building Cost in Saskatoon (2026)

Average cost in Saskatoon

$17,750avg

$5,500 — $48,000

$35 — $135 per sq ft

+2.8% YoY
12 sources
Updated 5 days ago
Saskatchewan

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Decking boards, framing, and hardware

$2,750 — $26,400

55%

Labor

Professional installation and framing

$2,200 — $19,200

40%

Permits & Fees

City of Saskatoon building and development permits

$226 — $450

2%

Site Prep & Footings

Helical piles or concrete sonotubes

$324 — $1,950

3%

🧾GST+PST (11%) — Saskatchewan
Base cost + $1,953 tax$19,703

GST+PST at 11%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Pressure-treated lumber
  • Concrete footings
  • Railing system
  • Stairs (1 set)
  • Hardware & fasteners
  • Labor

Typically Excludes

  • Composite or hardwood decking
  • Built-in seating or planters
  • Pergola or roof
  • Lighting
  • Permits

Based on a standard 200 sq ft pressure-treated wood deck.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$6,750

$5,400 — $8,100

Based on 12 sources and market data for Saskatoon. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$17,267

Today

$17,750

Deck Building in Saskatoon is 2.8% compared to roughly a year ago — about $483 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Deck Build Contractors in Saskatoon

Verified providers
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Compound Decks Ltd.

626 Guelph Crescent, Saskatoon, SK S7H 4R6, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

23 reviews

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The Ultimate Deck Shop Saskatoon

320 68 St, Saskatoon, SK S7P 0C3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

209 reviews

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Handyman Connection Saskatoon

111 Radu Cres #105, Saskatoon, SK S7P 0G8, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

224 reviews

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Saskatoon Deck Shop

111 B Wheeler St, Saskatoon, SK S7P 0A4, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

83 reviews

🔨

Vinyl Guys Fence & Deck LTD

835A 60 St E, Saskatoon, SK S7K 5Z7, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

67 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Yes, a permit is required if the deck is more than 200 mm (8 inches) above ground level, or if it is more than 2.32 m² (25 sq ft) and over 600 mm (24 inches) high.

The 2026 building permit fee is $0.14 per sq ft with a minimum fee of $167.00. Additionally, a residential uncovered deck development permit fee is $59.00.

Pressure-treated wood costs approximately $35–$60 per sq ft installed, while premium composite decking ranges from $100–$135 per sq ft installed.

A standard 300 sq ft composite deck typically costs between $18,000 and $24,000 fully finished, while a pressure-treated wood version averages $12,000 to $16,000.

Basic aluminum picket railings cost $80–$150 per linear foot, while premium glass and aluminum systems can range from $150 to $400 per linear foot.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 5 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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