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Originally Posted by gonzo
If the majority of the decking has not felt water, there's really no reason to replace it. It would be nice and comforting, but add another 2ish to 3 grand. Decking is spensive.  |
5k sq ft of decking is about 150 sheets of decking 4'x8' @ about $30 per sheet for 3/4" thick lumber
I personally almost never do a full deck replacement, I bring just 3 sheets of wood on EVERY job just for some sections that must be replaced but rarely need all 3 (example of a 1800 sq ft home)
My 2 cents is, have the contractor put in the cost of deck replacement as needed for a agreed upon price, example first 200 sq fit of decking replaced no charge but after $150 per additional 100 sq ft
Lumber costs for 100 sq ft (3 sheets) is $90'ish $60 for labor, as a contractor I'm fine with that I will only replace what's needed (nice fair pricing)