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Deck Building & Repair in Salt Lake City, UT

Compare 4 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $30–$59.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Salt Lake City

  1. 1.Beehive State Deck Co

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +13853996889Website

  2. 2.Jt Decking Co

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +13852021202Website

  3. 3.Salt Lake City Building Pros

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  4. 4.Salt Lake City Decks

    +13853641349Website

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Salt Lake City

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Salt Lake City
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$30–$59/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$49–$89/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in Salt Lake City run about 1% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 4 companies serving Salt Lake City, rated 5.0★ on average across 6 customer reviews.

Salt Lake City Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Salt Lake City's weather means for scheduling deck building & repair.

Last spring frost
April 20
First fall frost
October 23
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,607
Cooling degree days
1,159
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.6°37.4°1.25"
Feb25.2°43.2°1.25"
Mar33.6°53.7°1.79"
Apr39.5°61.6°1.99"
May47.8°71.9°1.95"
Jun56.4°83°0.98"
Jul64.7°92.6°0.61"
Aug63.4°90.5°0.69"
Sep53°79.2°1.21"
Oct41.3°64.7°1.52"
Nov30.6°49.4°1.45"
Dec22.6°38°1.41"

NOAA station data 1.83 miles from Salt Lake City.

Permits & Regulations in UT

  • Utah exempts projects under $7,000 in labor and materials from contractor licensing, provided the worker files a handyman exemption affirmation with DOPL
  • Projects of $3,000 or more under the exemption require general liability insurance
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Utah handyman exemption (projects under $7,000)

Sources: dopl.utah.gov, commerce.utah.gov, le.utah.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Salt Lake City

How much does it cost to build a deck in Salt Lake City?

A pressure-treated wood deck in Salt Lake City typically runs $30-$59 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve Salt Lake City?

We track 4 deck builders serving Salt Lake City.

Is deck building in Salt Lake City more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Salt Lake City runs about -1.2% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Salt Lake City, UT?

In UT, Utah exempts projects under $7,000 in labor and materials from contractor licensing, provided the worker files a handyman exemption affirmation with DOPL. Most Salt Lake City decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Salt Lake City?

With about 16.1 inches of rain a year in Salt Lake City, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Salt Lake City?

It can -- with summer highs near 93F in Salt Lake City, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

How many quotes should I get for a deck in Salt Lake City?

Three is typical; with 4 deck builders serving Salt Lake City, compare the framing lumber, footings and railing included, not just the decking boards.

When is the best time to build a deck in Salt Lake City?

Builders in Salt Lake City book up in spring; signing in late fall or winter often means a better slot, and footings can be poured whenever the ground is not frozen.