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Deck Building & Repair in Anchorage, AK

Compare 6 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $36–$72.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Anchorage

  1. 1.FWD Construction

    5.0★ (203 reviews)

    5.0★ from 203 reviews

    +19076026788Website

  2. 2.Deck Masters AK

    4.9★ (178 reviews)

    4.9★ from 178 reviews

    +19077824043Website

  3. 3.Ram Construction and Remodel

    4.8★ (37 reviews)

    4.8★ from 37 reviews

    +19074418878Website

  4. 4.Treeline Construction

    4.4★ (33 reviews)

    4.4★ from 33 reviews

    +19073337132Website

  5. 5.Koyukon Construction

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

    +19073016927Website

  6. 6.Alaska Decks & More

    4.3★ (12 reviews)

    4.3★ from 12 reviews

    +19077485938Website

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Anchorage

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Anchorage
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$36–$72/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$60–$108/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in Anchorage run about 20% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Anchorage, rated 4.7★ on average across 473 customer reviews.

Anchorage Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Anchorage's weather means for scheduling deck building & repair.

Last spring frost
May 19
First fall frost
September 13
Annual precipitation
16.5"
Heating degree days
10,554
Cooling degree days
4
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan7°21°0.82"
Feb11.1°28.1°0.72"
Mar16.8°37°0.6"
Apr26.8°48.6°0.46"
May36.1°60°0.76"
Jun43.8°66.7°1.16"
Jul48.6°68.7°2.2"
Aug46.3°66°2.7"
Sep38°57.3°2.21"
Oct25.5°41°1.95"
Nov12°25.4°1.47"
Dec8.8°23.5°1.45"

NOAA station data 9.92 miles from Anchorage.

Permits & Regulations in AK

  • Handyman work in Alaska requires CBPL handyman contractor registration, limited to projects of $10,000 or less including labor and materials
  • Registration requires a $5,000 bond and general liability insurance, with no exam
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Alaska handyman contractor registration (projects up to $10,000)

Sources: www.commerce.alaska.gov, www.commerce.alaska.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Anchorage

How much does it cost to build a deck in Anchorage?

A pressure-treated wood deck in Anchorage typically runs $36-$72 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve Anchorage?

We track 6 deck builders serving Anchorage.

Is deck building in Anchorage more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Anchorage runs about +20.2% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Anchorage, AK?

In AK, Handyman work in Alaska requires CBPL handyman contractor registration, limited to projects of $10,000 or less including labor and materials. Most Anchorage decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Anchorage?

With about 16.5 inches of rain a year in Anchorage, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Anchorage?

It can -- with summer highs near 69F in Anchorage, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

How many quotes should I get for a deck in Anchorage?

Three is typical; with 6 deck builders serving Anchorage, compare the framing lumber, footings and railing included, not just the decking boards.

When is the best time to build a deck in Anchorage?

Builders in Anchorage book up in spring; signing in late fall or winter often means a better slot, and footings can be poured whenever the ground is not frozen.