Prices & estimate calculator
What will my deck cost?
Nobody else around Chattanooga publishes deck staining prices. We do. Put in your deck and get a range in about a minute.
Price sheet
The numbers behind the calculator
| Item | Sample rate |
|---|---|
| Deck floor, transparent / toner | $2.10–$2.70 / sq ft |
| Deck floor, semi-transparent | $2.40–$3.10 / sq ft |
| Deck floor, solid color | $2.80–$3.60 / sq ft |
| Condition: good | × 1.00 |
| Condition: weathered | × 1.25 |
| Condition: peeling | × 1.70 |
| Railings | $6–$9 / ft |
| Stairs | $18–$28 / step |
| Minimum job | $650 |
How that compares
Angi's 2026 cost guide puts professional deck staining at roughly $2 to $4 per square foot, with a typical job between $550 and $1,250Angi. Bob Vila reports a national average around $775Bob Vila.
Peeling decks cost more because the old finish has to be stripped. That's the most labor-heavy part of any job.
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