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TimberTech Decking Cost: $40–$80 Per Sq Ft Installed in 2026

Author: CostGuideHQ Editorial·✓ Fact-checked·Updated September 2026·7 min read·5 sources·US national averages, USD
Quick answerQuick answer: TimberTech decking costs $40 to $70 per square foot installed for its PRO and EDGE composite lines, climbing to $60 to $80 for the premium AZEK PVC line. That's above the broader composite decking market average of $25 to $45 per square foot — a premium driven mainly by four-sided capping and longer warranties, not marketing.
  • TimberTech PRO and EDGE composite decking costs $40 to $70 per square foot installed; the premium AZEK PVC line runs $60 to $80 (HomeGuide).
  • A 12'x12' TimberTech deck costs $5,800 to $10,100 to build; a 20'x20' deck runs $16,000 to $28,000 (HomeGuide).
  • The broader composite decking market (all brands) averages $25 to $45 per square foot installed, about $35 nationally — TimberTech prices above that market-wide average (Forbes Home).
  • TimberTech's PRO lines are capped on all four sides for moisture protection, versus three-sided capping typical of cheaper composite brands (HomeGuide).

How much does TimberTech decking cost?

National average
$55
per sq ft installed
Typical range
$40–$80
Most projects
Whole project
$5,800–$28,000
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Cost by material / type

TypeLowHigh
TimberTech PRO / EDGE composite decking (installed, per sq ft)$40$70
TimberTech AZEK premium PVC decking (installed, per sq ft)$60$80
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Rough estimate only — get local quotes for exact pricing.

What affects the cost?

  • Product line — TimberTech's PRO and EDGE composite lines run $40-$70 per square foot installed, while its premium AZEK PVC line runs $60-$80 per square foot installed (HomeGuide)
  • Collection tier (materials only) — the Prime, Prime+, and Premiere collections start from $13.50 per square foot; Reserve, Harvest, and Terrain start from $19.50; and Vintage, Landmark, and Legacy start from $22.00, before installation labor (HomeGuide)
  • Labor share — installation makes up roughly 65% of total project cost, running $26-$46 per square foot on top of $14-$24 in materials (HomeGuide)
  • Deck size — a 12'x12' TimberTech deck costs $5,800-$10,100 to build, while a 20'x20' deck costs $16,000-$28,000 (HomeGuide)
  • Four-sided capping construction — TimberTech's PRO lines are capped with a polymer material on all four sides for extra moisture protection, while most competing composite brands cap on three sides only, a construction difference reflected in TimberTech pricing at the higher end of the category-wide $40-$80 per-square-foot composite range (HomeGuide)
  • Brand comparison at the material level — competing composite decking brands run notably lower per square foot for materials alone, including CertainTeed $7-$9, Deckorators $5-$9, Fiberon $7-$14, and Trex $5-$15, versus TimberTech's own $14-$24 materials-only range (HomeGuide)
  • Category baseline — the broader composite decking market (all brands) averages roughly $25-$45 per square foot installed, about $35 nationally, meaning TimberTech's own $40-$70 (or up to $80 for AZEK) prices above the market-wide composite average (Forbes Home)

How much does TimberTech decking cost?

TimberTech decking costs $40 to $70 per square foot installed for its PRO and EDGE composite lines, and $60 to $80 for its premium AZEK PVC line (HomeGuide). Materials alone run $14 to $24 per square foot, with labor making up roughly 65% of the total project cost — typically $26 to $46 per square foot on top of the material cost. For a full project, a 12’x12’ TimberTech deck costs $5,800 to $10,100 to build, while a 20’x20’ deck runs $16,000 to $28,000 (HomeGuide). Collection tier also matters within those lines: the entry-level Prime, Prime+, and Premiere collections start from $13.50 per square foot in materials, the mid-tier Reserve, Harvest, and Terrain collections start from $19.50, and the premium Vintage, Landmark, and Legacy collections start from $22.00 — all before installation labor.

Is TimberTech actually more expensive than other composite decking brands?

Yes, and the gap is real, not just perception. The broader composite decking market — all brands combined — averages roughly $25 to $45 per square foot installed, about $35 nationally (Forbes Home). TimberTech’s own $40-$70 range (or $60-$80 for AZEK) prices consistently above that market-wide benchmark. The gap shows up clearly at the materials level too: HomeGuide’s brand comparison puts competing composite brands notably lower per square foot for materials alone — CertainTeed at $7-$9, Deckorators at $5-$9, Fiberon at $7-$14, and Trex at $5-$15 — versus TimberTech’s own $14-$24. Against our broader composite decking category record, which puts a typical composite project at an $8,500 average (working out to roughly $15-$32 per square foot by Angi’s figures), TimberTech runs well above that too.

What actually justifies TimberTech’s premium — and when doesn’t it?

Two concrete, independently confirmed differences explain most of the gap, rather than just brand marketing. First, construction: TimberTech’s PRO lines are capped with a polymer material on all four sides for extra moisture protection, while most competing composite brands cap on three sides only (HomeGuide). Second, warranty length: TimberTech’s coverage runs 25 to 50 years depending on the product, and the AZEK PVC line specifically carries a 50-year fade-and-stain warranty — longer than many budget composites offer. Whether that’s worth paying for depends on your goal. If you mainly want to stop maintaining a wood deck — no staining, no sealing, no splinters — a comparable composite from Trex, Fiberon, or CertainTeed can deliver similar rot- and moisture-resistant performance at a real per-square-foot discount. TimberTech’s premium is most clearly justified if you specifically want AZEK’s all-PVC performance (it’s engineered to stay noticeably cooler underfoot than standard composite in direct sun) or the longest warranty terms on the market. Tom Silva, general contractor on This Old House, describes why composite material handles moisture so well in the first place: “The benefit to that is moisture will not affect it, so you can install this on the ground, under the ground, and even in the water.”

What else affects the total project cost?

Beyond material choice, deck size and design complexity drive most of the remaining spread. Larger decks and multi-level or intricately patterned layouts increase both labor time and cost (HomeGuide). Site preparation matters too — leveling a yard runs $500 to $1,000 for a small area, and removing an old deck adds $675 to $2,250. Add-ons like railings, stairs, and lighting are typically quoted separately: a matching AZEK staircase runs $1,000 to $3,000, and PVC deck railing costs $25 to $60 per linear foot (climbing to $600 for premium cable railing systems). Regional labor rates also swing the total, since TimberTech installation is a specialized job — working with AZEK’s advanced PVC decking in particular can require different skills and tools than standard PRO or EDGE composite installation (HomeGuide).

Prices vary by region, deck size, and product line, so treat the figures above as a planning budget. Get two or three quotes from contractors experienced specifically with TimberTech products, and confirm which product line — PRO, EDGE, or AZEK — each quote actually specifies before comparing numbers.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does TimberTech decking cost per square foot?
$40 to $70 per square foot installed for the PRO and EDGE composite lines, or $60 to $80 for the premium AZEK PVC line (HomeGuide). Materials alone run $14 to $24 per square foot, with labor making up roughly 65% of the total project cost.
How much does a typical TimberTech deck cost to build?
A 12'x12' deck runs $5,800 to $10,100; a 20'x20' deck runs $16,000 to $28,000 (HomeGuide). Larger decks scale roughly linearly with square footage, though complex designs, multiple levels, and site prep can push costs toward the higher end of the range.
Is TimberTech more expensive than other composite decking brands?
Yes, generally. The broader composite decking market averages $25 to $45 per square foot installed, about $35 nationally, across all brands (Forbes Home). TimberTech's own $40-$70 (or $60-$80 for AZEK) prices above that. At the materials level, competing brands like Trex ($5-$15/sq ft), Fiberon ($7-$14), and CertainTeed ($7-$9) all run notably lower than TimberTech's $14-$24 (HomeGuide).
What's the difference between TimberTech PRO, EDGE, and AZEK?
PRO and EDGE are TimberTech's composite lines, made from wood fiber and recycled plastic; PRO is capped on all four sides, EDGE on the top and sides. AZEK is TimberTech's premium PVC line — no wood content, engineered to stay cooler underfoot, and priced highest at $60-$80 per square foot installed (HomeGuide).
Is the TimberTech premium actually worth it?
It depends on what you're buying it for. The premium is most directly explained by two real differences: four-sided capping on the PRO lines (versus three-sided on many cheaper composites) and longer warranties, running 25 to 50 years depending on the product. If you mainly want to avoid wood maintenance, a comparable composite from Trex, Fiberon, or CertainTeed may deliver similar rot- and moisture-resistance at a real discount. TimberTech's premium is clearest for buyers who specifically want AZEK's PVC performance or the longest warranty terms.
Does TimberTech decking need much maintenance?
Very little. Tom Silva, general contractor on This Old House, explains why composite handles moisture so well: 'The benefit to that is moisture will not affect it, so you can install this on the ground, under the ground, and even in the water.' TimberTech recommends cleaning with mild dish soap and a soft-bristle brush — never a pressure washer.
How does TimberTech's cost compare to composite decking generally?
Our broader composite-deck-cost guide puts a typical composite deck project at an $8,500 average ($5,400-$11,500 for a roughly 360 sq ft deck), which works out to about $15-$32 per square foot by Angi's figures. TimberTech's own $40-$70 (or $60-$80 for AZEK) runs well above that category-wide benchmark.

Sources

Figures synthesized and cross-checked across these sources (retrieved 2026-09-02):

  • HomeGuide (TimberTech) — $40-$70 average cost per square foot installed. 12'x12' deck $5,800-$10,100; 20'x20' deck $16,000-$28,000. Deck size cost table: 10x10 $4,000-$7,000; 12x14 $6,700-$11,800; 14x14 $7,800-$13,700; 14x16 $9,000-$15,700; 16x20 $12,800-$22,400. Materials $14-$24 per sq ft. By collection tier (materials only, starting price per sq ft): Good (Prime, Prime+, Premiere) starting from $13.50; Better (Reserve, Harvest, Terrain) starting from $19.50; Best (Vintage, Landmark, Legacy) starting from $22.00. Labor $26-$46 per sq ft, about 65% of total project cost. Other composite decking brands (materials only, per sq ft): CertainTeed $7-$9, Deckorators $5-$9, Envision $5-$16, Fiberon $7-$14, Genovations $4-$7, Gorilla $6-$12, Veranda $3-$8, Trex $5-$15. Wood decking comparison: $25-$50 per sq ft installed. Warranties range 25 to 50 years depending on the material; up to 85% recycled content. Site preparation: leveling a yard costs $500-$1,000 for a small area. Removing an old deck costs $675-$2,250.
  • HomeGuide (AZEK) — AZEK decking costs $60-$80 per square foot on average, including installation, and lasts 40 to 50 years or more. Deck size cost table: 10x10 $6,000-$8,000; 12x12 $8,650-$11,500; 16x16 $15,350-$20,500; 20x20 $24,000-$32,000. 'The AZEK Company owns the TimberTech brand and sells three decking product lines under the TimberTech name. Their product lines include TimberTech PRO and TimberTech EDGE made from capped composite material, and TimberTech AZEK made from premium capped PVC.' 'TimberTech PRO and EDGE decking costs $40 to $70 per square foot installed on average.' Wood decking comparison $25-$50 per sq ft installed. 'Other types of composite decking cost $40 to $80 per square foot on average, depending on the brand and material.' Deck railing $25-$60 per linear foot (PVC), up to $600 for cable railing. Matching AZEK staircase $1,000-$3,000.
  • Bob Vila — TimberTech: 'Price Range: $$ to $$$.' Top picks: 'Prime+ Collection for $2 to $3.50 per linear foot, or Legacy Collection for $7 to $8 per linear foot' (materials only). Founded 1997, division of The AZEK Company, headquartered in Chicago. Composite made of up to 85% recycled content. Four TimberTech Pro lines capped on all four sides; three TimberTech Edge lines capped on top and sides only. Seven lines, 23 total colors. Sold at Lowe's and The Home Depot.
  • Forbes Home — Average composite decking installation cost (all brands) $9,000, typical range $5,400-$11,400 (low end $3,600, high end $20,000). Cost per square foot: $25-$45 average, national average around $35. Capped composite $30-$60/sq ft; uncapped $20-$40/sq ft. PVC decking (which includes TimberTech's AZEK line) $40-$70/sq ft; wood-plastic composite $25-$40/sq ft. 'Some popular composite decking brands include Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon and MoistureShield.' Labor $35-$75 per hour.
  • This Old House — General composite board pricing (not brand-specific, appears dated): run-of-the-mill boards from $4/sq ft, premium tropical-wood-look boards up to $7.20/sq ft. Tom Silva, general contractor on This Old House: 'If you think about the interior, the composite makeup of this, think of it as fine particulates of sawdust that are encapsulated with plastic. The benefit to that is moisture will not affect it, so you can install this on the ground, under the ground, and even in the water.' Most composite manufacturers offer a 25-year or limited-lifetime warranty on structural integrity.

national_average_usd ($55) is synthesized as a representative midpoint of TimberTech's dominant PRO/EDGE composite range ($40-$70 per square foot installed, which HomeGuide explicitly describes as the installed cost 'on average' for those two lines) — no single source publishes one flat TimberTech-wide average, since pricing is genuinely bifurcated between the composite PRO/EDGE lines and the premium AZEK PVC line. range_low_usd ($40) matches HomeGuide's stated PRO/EDGE installed floor; range_high_usd ($80) matches HomeGuide's stated AZEK ceiling, and both figures are corroborated by HomeGuide's general note that 'other composite decking materials cost $40 to $80 per square foot' when TimberTech AZEK is included in that comparison. project_low_usd/project_high_usd ($5,800-$28,000) spans HomeGuide's size-based cost table from a 12'x12' deck to a 20'x20' deck. by_type separates the composite PRO/EDGE lines from the premium AZEK PVC line, since AZEK is TimberTech's own top tier (The AZEK Company owns the TimberTech brand and sells all three lines under the TimberTech name) rather than a competing product. Context against the category: our general composite-deck-cost.json record puts a typical composite deck project at an $8,500 average ($5,400-$11,500 typical range for a ~360 sq ft deck), which Angi's own figures translate to roughly $15-$32 per square foot installed, and Forbes Home separately reports a market-wide composite average around $25-$45 per square foot ($35 national average) across all brands. TimberTech's own $40-$70 per square foot (climbing to $60-$80 for AZEK) sits meaningfully above both of those category-wide benchmarks — TimberTech consistently prices at or near the top of the composite decking market. That premium is most directly explained by two factors independent sources confirm: four-sided capping on the PRO lines (versus three-sided capping typical of cheaper composites) and TimberTech's warranty terms, which run 25 to 50 years depending on the product versus shorter terms common on budget composites. A buyer whose main goal is simply avoiding wood maintenance may find comparable rot- and moisture-resistant performance from Trex, Fiberon, or CertainTeed at a real per-square-foot discount; TimberTech's premium is most clearly justified for buyers specifically choosing AZEK's PVC line for its longer warranty or its 'stays cooler underfoot' claim, or the PRO line's four-sided capping. A separately fetched This Old House composite-decking overview lists lower per-square-foot material prices ($4-$7.20) alongside product names (e.g., 'Classic EverGrain by TAMKO') that read as an older, since-discontinued product lineup; those figures were excluded from the headline synthesis as likely stale despite the page's current 'Updated' byline, and that source is cited here only for its independently verifiable contractor quote on composite decking's moisture resistance, not for its pricing. Figures generally include decking material and standard installation labor; substructure/framing beyond a standard build, railings, stairs, permits, and old-deck removal are commonly quoted as separate line items.