What does a deck cost in Middle Tennessee?

A new deck in Middle Tennessee runs about $50 per square foot installed for pressure treated wood and about $80 per square foot installed for composite. A standard 16 by 20 foot deck lands near $16,000 in wood or $25,600 in composite. Those are planning numbers to help you budget. Your free estimate from Prime Construction gives the exact price for your yard in 1 to 2 days.

We build decks across Franklin, Brentwood, Nashville, Hendersonville, Gallatin, Mt. Juliet, and Clarksville, and every yard is a little different. The slope, the soil, the access, the height off the ground, and the finish details all change the number. The ranges here are a starting point, not a quote.

If you are comparing deck builders in Middle Tennessee, the best way to get a real number is a free on site estimate. Scott comes out, measures the space, checks the grade and access, and sends a clear written quote. No charge, no obligation, and you get it in 1 to 2 days.

Pressure treated pine is the value pick at about $50 per square foot installed. It costs less up front, holds up well in Tennessee weather when it is sealed on schedule, and takes stain if you want a richer tone. Cedar costs a bit more for a warmer look and natural grain. Composite runs about $80 per square foot installed but skips 20 years of staining and sealing.

Over 20 years, composite often costs less when you add up the stain, seal, and board replacement that wood needs. Up front, wood costs less. We show you both paths on your estimate so you can compare the real totals, not just the day one price. Some homeowners start with wood and plan to switch to composite later, and we can design the framing to handle either.

Size is the biggest driver. More square feet means more material, more fasteners, and more labor. A bigger deck also means longer runs of railing and more structural support underneath. Going from a 12 by 16 to a 16 by 20 can nearly double the material cost alone, so think through how much deck you will actually use.

Height is the next driver. A ground level deck costs less because the framing is simpler and the posts are shorter. A raised deck or a second story deck costs more in posts, beams, bracing, and stairs. Every set of stairs adds framing, stringers, treads, and railing, and a second story stair run costs more than a few steps off a low deck.

Railings range from basic wood balusters to metal, cable, or composite. Sloped yards, poor soil, and tight access add work for footings and framing. Removing an old deck adds demo and disposal. Permits add a fee. Lighting, built in benches, privacy screens, and planters add to the look and the cost.

We set footings below the frost line so the deck stays level through Tennessee freeze and thaw cycles. That is the part that decides how long the deck lasts, and it is non negotiable on our builds. A cheap deck with shallow footings will heave and rack in a few winters, and that costs more to fix than doing it right the first time.

These are rough planning numbers at about $50 per square foot for pressure treated wood and about $80 for composite, installed. Your free estimate gives the exact price for your yard, your height, your railings, and your site conditions. Use these to get a feel for the range before you call.

A 12 by 16 deck is 192 square feet. In pressure treated wood that is about $9,600 installed, and in composite about $15,360. A 16 by 20 is 320 square feet, about $16,000 in wood or $25,600 in composite. A 20 by 20 is 400 square feet, about $20,000 in wood or $32,000 in composite. Add stairs, premium railings, lighting, or a tricky site and the number goes up.

Over 20 years, often yes. Composite skips the annual or biennial stain and seal that wood needs. It does not splinter, crack, or warp the way wood can. Lighter colors stay cooler than you might expect in July sun. It holds its color and needs a wash, not a refinish. For homeowners in Franklin and Brentwood who want a low upkeep outdoor space, composite is a popular pick.

The right call depends on how long you plan to stay in the home, your budget today, and how much upkeep you want over the years. Some homeowners choose wood for the up front savings and plan to maintain it. Others choose composite for the free time it gives back. We help you see both on your estimate so the decision is yours, not ours.

Request a free estimate. Scott comes out, measures your yard, checks the access and the grade, and sends a clear written quote with options in 1 to 2 days. No charge, no obligation, no pressure. You get a real number for your project, not a ballpark.

Call or text (629) 281-6400 or fill out the form on this page. We are currently scheduling new projects after mid-November, so now is a good time to get on the calendar. The estimate is free, and you can compare wood and composite, railing styles, and layout options before you decide.