The Bottom Line: Budget Properly from Day One
Here’s a realistic Sydney decking budget breakdown:
| Item | Budget Range |
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| Site prep & demolition | $800–$2,500 |
| Design & permits | $600–$1,300 |
| Materials (per sqm) | $80–$200 |
| Labour & installation | $50–$100 per sqm |
| Stairs, balustrade, features | $1,500–$5,000 |
| Post-install treatments | $500–$1,500 |
| Contingency (10%) | $1,000–$3,000 |
| TOTAL (average 40 sqm deck) | $12,000–$28,000 |
A $8,000 quote is often incomplete. A $20,000+ quote might include everything—or might not.
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How 5 Star Decking Keeps Costs Transparent
At 5 Star Decking, we build decks for Sydney homeowners who value honesty over upsells. Here’s how we work:
✓ Full-scope quotes — site prep, permits, materials, labour, features, all included
✓ Council approval included — no surprise engineer fees or certifier costs
✓ Transparent material costs — we show you exactly what you’re paying for
✓ Fixed timeline — written start and finish dates (with weather contingencies)
✓ Warranty clarity — structural defects guaranteed in writing
✓ No surprise add-ons — if something comes up, we discuss it before proceeding
We’d rather lose a job to a cheaper builder than surprise you with hidden costs halfway through.
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Ready to Get a Transparent Quote?
If you’re planning a deck in Sydney and want to avoid budget surprises, let’s talk.
📞 Phone: 0433 334 415
📧 Email: info@5stardecking.com
🌐 Get a quote: 5stardecking.com/contact/
Service Area: Inner West, Northern Beaches, Eastern Suburbs, Inner City, South Sydney.
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5 Star Decking — Premium Composite & Timber Decking, Sydney. NSW Builder’s Licence #395250C. Honest quotes. No surprises.
