Cost vs Value: Deck Addition (Wood)

Continuing our series tackling the cost of a construction project versus the value that it immediately adds to your home, today we are looking at a wood deck addition. Check back every week for new blog posts and information on how to invest in the value of your home.

Add a 16-by-20-foot deck using pressure-treated joists supported by 4×4 posts anchored to concrete piers. Install pressure-treated deck boards in a simple linear pattern. Include a built-in bench and planter of the same decking material. Include stairs, assuming three steps to grade. Provide a complete railing system using pressure-treated wood posts, railings, and balusters.

Average Cost For The Pacific Region: $13,125.00
Average Pacific Region Resale Value: $12,748.00
Cost Recouped: 97.1%

National Average Cost: $10,601.00
Nation Average Resale Value: $8,676.00
Cost Recouped: 81.8%

Data pulled from costvsvalue.com