Cost Guide · Updated March 2026

Trex Deck Cost: Real Pricing by Product Line (2026)

Trex spans a 3x price range from Enhance Basics to Transcend Lineage. Your contractor's product line choice — or lack of one — is the biggest cost variable in your bid.

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Trex Product Line Pricing (2026)

Product LineTierMaterial OnlyInstalled (NE)Key Feature
Trex Enhance BasicsEntry$4.50–$8.50/sqft$38–$58/sqft7 colors, scalloped underside. 25-yr warranty.
Trex Enhance NaturalsEntry+$5.50–$9.50/sqft$42–$63/sqftWood grain texture. More natural look.
Trex SelectMid$7–$10/sqft$47–$70/sqftBetter fade/stain resistance. 5 colors.
Trex TranscendPremium$9–$15/sqft$55–$82/sqftBest performance. 18 colors. Most popular premium spec.
Trex Transcend LineagePremium+$11–$17/sqft$60–$88/sqftWide plank, low sheen. 2025–26 flagship.
Trex Signature (PVC)Ultra$14–$22/sqft$68–$95/sqft100% PVC. Most moisture-resistant Trex product.

Installed (NE) = Northeast market. Southeast -15%, Midwest -10%, West Coast +5–10%. Includes decking boards, framing, fasteners, and labor. Excludes railing and stairs.

Why the Product Line Matters So Much

On a 400 sqft deck, the difference between Trex Enhance Basics and Trex Transcend Lineage is $2,600–$5,200 in material cost alone — before labor. A bid that says "Trex composite" without naming the line can use Enhance while charging Transcend pricing, and you'll never know until you see the installed boards.

The substitution risk in numbers (400 sqft deck):

Trex Enhance Basics materials~$2,200
Trex Transcend materials~$4,800
Contractor pocket if substituted~$2,600

Trex Cost by Deck Size (Northeast)

Deck SizeTrex EnhanceTrex TranscendDifference
12×16 (192 sqft)$7,300–$11,100$10,600–$15,700+$3,300–$4,600
16×20 (320 sqft)$12,200–$18,600$17,600–$26,200+$5,400–$7,600
20×24 (480 sqft)$18,200–$27,800$26,400–$39,400+$8,200–$11,600
24×30 (720 sqft)$27,400–$41,800$39,600–$59,000+$12,200–$17,200

Includes decking, framing, basic aluminum railing, one set of stairs, and labor. Northeast pricing. Reduce 15–20% for Southeast/Midwest.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Trex deck cost in 2026?+
Trex deck cost installed ranges from $35–$55/sqft for Trex Enhance in most markets to $55–$90/sqft for Trex Transcend. Material cost alone (boards only) is $4.50–$8.50/sqft for Enhance Basics and $9–$15/sqft for Transcend. On a 400 sqft deck, that is $1,800–$6,000 in material cost difference between the lowest and highest Trex tier.
What is the difference between Trex Enhance, Select, and Transcend?+
Trex Enhance is the entry tier ($4.50–$9.50/sqft materials), available in Basics (clean look) and Naturals (wood grain). Trex Select is the mid tier ($7–$10/sqft), with better stain/fade resistance and 5 colors. Trex Transcend is the premium tier ($9–$15/sqft), with the best performance, most color options, and capped cell construction. Trex Transcend Lineage is the current flagship at $11–$17/sqft.
Is Trex or TimberTech better?+
Both Trex and TimberTech (now owned by the same parent company) make quality composite decking. Trex has the higher brand recognition and broader contractor familiarity. TimberTech AZEK is a PVC product (not composite) which has no wood fiber at all — making it more moisture-resistant but at higher cost. The choice often comes down to aesthetics and contractor familiarity rather than performance.

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