How much does a deck cost in Lakewood, CO?
Wood or composite deck with railings and stairs. Priced against Denver, CO material costs, a typical DIY deck in Lakewood runs about $3,604 in materials — 11% above the national average. These are estimates only, not a quote — enter your real dimensions in the free calculator for a shopping list matched to your build.
Estimates only — not a quote.
Lakewood cost breakdown
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood (DIY materials) | $3,063 | $3,604 | $4,865 |
| National average | $2,760 | $3,247 | $4,383 |
Priced from the Denver, CO material index — 11% above the national average. Based on a common-size deck; enter your own dimensions for an exact number.
DIY materials estimate: $3,604. A contractor in the Lakewood market (materials plus about 79 labor hours at ~$66/hr) estimates to $8,563–$11,482. Estimated DIY savings: $6,127 (63%).
A deck walking surface more than 30 in above grade typically requires a building permit, and footings are usually specified to a 36 in frost depth.
Outside city limits, Jefferson County is typically the permitting authority.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a deck cost in Lakewood, CO?
Materials typically run $3,063–$4,865 for a common-size project using Lakewood-area pricing. That is an estimate, not a quote — our free calculator prices your exact dimensions.
Is it cheaper to DIY or hire a contractor in Lakewood?
DIY materials estimate to about $3,604. A local contractor estimates to $8,563–$11,482 at the Lakewood-area labor rate of roughly $66/hr, so DIY could save an estimated $6,127 (63%).
Do I need a permit for a deck in Lakewood?
A deck walking surface more than 30 in above grade typically requires a building permit, and footings are usually specified to a 36 in frost depth. Jefferson County and the City of Lakewood rules can be stricter than the state baseline — run the free permit lookup for your ZIP before buying materials.
Why is Lakewood deck pricing different from the national average?
We apply a regional material cost index for the Lakewood market — currently 11% higher than the national average. Labor is indexed separately at about $66/hr for the contractor comparison.
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