Decking · Melbourne
Decking quote in Richmond.
Typical decks in Richmond run $6,800 to $16,700, averaging $10,300 for a 4×6m hardwood deck supplied + installed inc GST. Build your own itemised quote with the Karven calculator in 4 minutes — same maths every job, branded PDF ready for the customer.
Typical range
Average
What it covers
for a 4×6m hardwood deck supplied + installed inc GST
Richmond · on the ground
What Richmond decks actually cost.
Numbers pulled from typical Melbourne jobs, GST-inclusive and supplied + installed. Your scope will land somewhere on this band — the Karven calculator narrows it to a single number you can quote.
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Composite boards (Modwood, Trex) push the materials cost up around 35% but knock 20 to 30% off the sealing labour over the deck's lifetime.
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Stairs are usually quoted per riser, not per metre — budget $180 to $300 a riser including the stringer and treads.
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Hidden fixings (Spax, Camo) bump fixings cost ~20% and labour ~15%; face-fix is the default if the quote doesn't say.
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Richmond tradies typically quote around $10,300 for a 4×6m hardwood deck installed, including merbau boards, joists, fixings and a sealant coat.
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Richmond · FAQ
Decking quote questions, Richmond.
Quick answers on pricing, scope and timing for decks in Richmond. Want to see the maths on your actual job? Build a quote in the calculator — no signup, no card.
How much does a deck cost in Richmond?
Most Richmond decks land between $6,800 and $16,700, with the typical job around $10,300. The unit pricing here covers a 4×6m hardwood deck supplied + installed inc GST. Larger spans, premium finishes and hard access push you toward the top end; straightforward swaps and standard specs sit near the bottom.
What affects the decks price in Richmond?
Five things move the number most: scope (size, span, thickness), material grade, site access (driveway, levels, parking for a truck), labour rate set by the crew you pick, and any compliance work specific to the Melbourne council. The Karven calculator asks for each input and recalculates the total as you type.
Are these prices including GST?
Yes. Every figure on this page is GST-inclusive, supplied and installed. The Karven quoting tool defaults to GST-inclusive line items and adds the 10% line at the bottom of the customer PDF so the maths is transparent.
How quickly can I get a written quote for a deck in Richmond?
Karven generates a branded itemised PDF in 4 minutes once the job inputs are in. Richmond customers typically get the PDF on the same visit, e-signed within 24 hours. Sign up free, 7-day trial, no card.
Do Richmond decks need council approval?
Decks under 1m above ground generally don't need council approval in VIC, but pool-adjacent decks, decks attached to heritage stock, or anything over 25m² with structural changes usually do. If a permit or compliance check is needed, the Karven template prompts for the line item so it lands on the customer's PDF — no surprise costs after the job starts.
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