Cost to Deck Repair in Memphis, TN

$615–$2,870 in Memphis

18% below the national average · 0.82x cost multiplier

Expect to pay $615–$2,870 for a deck repair in Memphis, about 18% below the national benchmark. The Southeast region's contractor market and material costs account for most of this difference. The detailed breakdown below shows how budget, mid-range, and premium projects compare at Memphis prices.

Cost Breakdown in Memphis

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Cost per sq ft	$4	$10	$21
Materials	$164	$574	$1,640
Labor	$246	$738	$1,640
Permits	$0	$61	$123
Total	$410-18% vs. national avg	$1,374-18% vs. national avg	$3,403-18% vs. national avg

Budget

Minor repairs: replacing a few boards, tightening hardware, minor railing fixes

Mid-Range

Moderate repairs: replacing 20-30% of deck boards, railing replacement, stair repair, re-staining

Premium

Major repairs: joist replacement, ledger board repair, full railing replacement, structural reinforcement

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Memphis may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Pressure-Treated Lumber	$3-$6/sq ft	Most affordable, widely available, can be stained any color	Requires regular sealing/staining, can warp and crack, splinters	Budget repairs, matching existing pressure-treated decksMost affordable, widely available, can be stained any color
Cedar/Redwood	$6-$10/sq ft	Naturally rot-resistant, beautiful grain, can be left to weather naturally	More expensive, softer wood that dents, still needs periodic sealing	Higher-end wood decks, natural appearance preferenceNaturally rot-resistant, beautiful grain, can be left to weather naturally
Composite (Trex, TimberTech)	$8-$15/sq ft	Very low maintenance, won't rot or splinter, long-lasting, consistent appearance	Most expensive, can't be sanded, harder to match existing composite colors	Low-maintenance priority, upgrading from wood, long-term valueVery low maintenance, won't rot or splinter, long-lasting, consistent appearance
PVC Decking	$10-$18/sq ft	Fully waterproof, no organic material to rot, mold-resistant	Can feel less natural, expands/contracts with temperature, highest cost	Pool decks, wet climates, maximum durabilityFully waterproof, no organic material to rot, mold-resistant

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Memphis Estimate

Typical Range

$615–$2,870

vs. National Average

18% below national

Cost Multiplier

0.82x

Cost Per sq ft

$4–$21

Estimates apply Memphis's 0.82x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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