How much does a new deck cost in Thunder Bay, ON?
Converted from US national rangeUpdated Prices checked October 20262 sources
A new deck costs about CA$6,100 to CA$17,780, typical CA$11,690, using the US national range converted to Canadian dollars. That is HomeAdvisor's US figure ($4,338 to $12,653) at 1.4054 CAD per USD (Bank of Canada, October 20, 2026), not a survey of Thunder Bay prices.
Converted to Canadian dollars
- Low
- CA$6,100
- Typical
- CA$11,690
- High
- CA$17,780
Deck building cost in Thunder Bay, ON
Each row says exactly what the figures are and where they come from.
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Converted to CAD | CA$6,100 | CA$11,690 | CA$17,780 | US national range × 1.4054 CAD per USD (Bank of Canada, October 20, 2026). Not a survey of Thunder Bay prices | October 2026 |
| US national range | $4,338 | $8,321 | $12,653 | Per deck: typical range of customer-reported projects (HomeAdvisor) | October 2026 |
Deck building cost by type or size
US national figures in USD, as published by each source.
| Type or size | Price (USD) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 10 × 10 ft (100 sq ft) | $4,000 to $6,000 | HomeAdvisor |
| 20 × 20 ft (400 sq ft) | $16,000 to $24,000 | HomeAdvisor |
What drives the cost of a new deck
Dollar figures in this section are US national figures in US dollars.
Size and height
Second-story and multi-level decks need more structure.
Decking material
Pressure-treated wood runs $2 to $5 per sq ft; composite $12 to $22.
Labor
Labor runs $15 to $35 per sq ft.
Railings and stairs
Railings cost $35 to $210 per linear foot.
Old deck removal
Demolition runs $5 to $15 per sq ft.
Season
Off-season work can be up to 20% cheaper.
Permits and what's included in Thunder Bay
Fees quoted here are US figures in US dollars; Canadian permit fees are set by your municipality.
Permit note
Most places require a deck permit, typically $230 to $500 depending on location, size and height.
Rules are set locally; confirm with Thunder Bay’s building department.
What’s usually included
- Footings and framing
- Decking boards
- Railings and stairs in the agreed design
- Installation labor
Scopes vary. Get the scope in writing on every quote.
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Top-ranked deck builders in Thunder Bay
The top 3 of 6 deck builders we rank for Thunder Bay, ON, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.
- #1Lockstone Yard And Patio CentreCR Score 604.8from 43 Google reviews
- #2Hickory Dickory Decks Thunder BayCR Score 585.0from 3 Google reviews
- #3MD Landscape & DesignCR Score 575.0from 44 Google reviews
Deck building cost in Thunder Bay: questions
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Sources
Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.
- HomeAdvisor: Deck building cost · page updated June 17, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; prices by size; drivers; permit.
- Journal of Light Construction: 2025 Cost vs. Value Report: Deck Addition, Wood · page updated 2025 · checked October 2026Used for: Regional adjustment ratio.
- Bank of Canada: Daily exchange rates (USD/CAD) · page updated October 20, 2026Used for: Conversion rate 1.4054 CAD per USD.
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