Additional information for calculating the estimate of decks and patios
The online calculator for decks and patios helps calculate the cost of the job for the installation of wood decks, Trex composite decks, patios with stairs and railings. The calculation is usually very close to the final result, and its accuracy depends on the correctness of the entered data, such as the length, width, and height of the deck. The wooden and composite Trex decks calculator is easy to use and helps calculate the cost of building materials and the job cost by following these instructions:
Choose the deck - select the length, width, and height of the deck if you want to calculate them.
Enter the length of the deck in feet - the length of the deck is one of the main factors that affect the cost, so measure it as accurately as possible.
Enter the width of the deck in feet - the width of the deck is another critical factor that affects the cost, so measure it as accurately as possible.
Enter the height of the deck in feet - choose the height of the deck in feet, such as 1/2' (6"), 8/12' (8"), 1', 2', 3', or 4'.
Choose a deck board - select the surface materials, such as a wooden or composite board of the following dimensions: wood board 2x6, wood board 5/4x6, Trex composite board color Saddle, Trex composite board color Clam Shell.
Choose a deck style - select the most popular deck styles, such as horizontal style, vertical style, diagonal style, pool, or free place.
Consider stairs - if you want stairs added to your deck, fill in the length of the stairs, the quantity, and optionally add a railing.
Consider railing - you can add a railing to your deck by entering the total (perimeter) length of the railing in feet.
Calculate - after clicking on the "Calculate" button, the calculation of your deck will appear. If you have not entered all the details, you will be asked to enter the deck width and length.
Download estimate - you can download the calculated estimate as a picture. However, to do this, you need to fill in the exact and complete data, such as Name, Phone Number, and exact Address with a zip code. After pressing the button, wait for 10-50 seconds, and the picture should load. If nothing happens, try clicking the "DOWNLOAD ESTIMATE" button again. For iPhone and iPad, you need to save the picture to the device additionally.