Price guide · Decking
How Much Does Staining a Deck Cost?
Quotes in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Centurion, Helderberg and 20 more areas
- Prices checked November 2026
Price guide
What it costs
Deck maintenance and resealing
R150 to R200 per m²
From Design-A-Deck's published prices in KwaZulu-Natal, checked November 2026.
More prices
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Timber deck oiling
R65 to R130 per m²
From Takesure Painters' published prices in Pretoria, checked November 2026.
What these prices include: Rates are per square metre of deck; repairs to boards are quoted separately.
What changes the price: The material (treated pine, hardwood such as balau or garapa, or composite), the size and shape of the deck, how high it sits off the ground, the substructure, and access to the site.
Recent work by these decking companies
Tell us the job and a decking company that covers your area calls you with a written quote.
Timber Construction · November 2026 
QP Construction & Roofing · October 2026 
Billtec Development · September 2026 
Humphries Carpentry · July 2026 
QP Construction & Roofing · October 2026 
Billtec Development · September 2026
What you can ask for
- Patio deckingTimber or composite decks for patios.
- Pool deckingDecking around the pool.
- Deck repairsLoose, rotten or broken boards replaced.
- Deck sanding and sealingOld decks sanded and sealed.
- PergolasTimber or steel pergolas for patios and gardens.
Decking companies near you
9 decking companies take requests here. Pick your area to see who covers it.
Gauteng
KwaZulu-Natal
Western Cape
Free State
Eastern Cape
Who gives you the price
Your request goes to one that covers your area, not all nine, so you get one call, not a string of them.
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QP Construction & Roofing
Covers Centurion, Joburg South / Alberton and 4 more areas
5.0 / 6 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2025
- 2 years in business (since 2024)
- 772 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 10 to 20
Kevin says, “Very happy with the work.” Local Pros
In their words: QP Construction & Renovations offers a wide range of services including renovations, roofing, kitchens, maintenance, painting, tiling, and ceilings. We serve Johannesburg, West Rand, and Centurion areas from our base in the West Rand.
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On Local Pros since 2024
- 16 years in business (since 2010)
- Team of 7 to 10
- Qualified and licensed
- Gives a warranty
Zindie R. says, “The builders helped turn our vision into a home” Google
In their words: Billtec Development is a construction company offering building construction, hard structure carports, shadeports, and lapas in Pretoria and Centurion.
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Home Pros
Covers Durban and Durban North
5.0 / 2 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 10 years in business (since 2016)
- Team of 10 to 20
- Owner managed
Billa says, “I would absolutely recommend Homeprokzn , they always willing to go the extra mile and job well done” Local Pros
In their words: Home Pros offers a wide range of services including awnings, balustrades, building construction, burglar bars, cladding, decking, driveway gates, drywall, flooring, gate motors, garage doors, fencing, general maintenance, carports, PVC fencing, shadeports, and aluminum products.
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Tar Pave Pools
Covers Port Elizabeth and Port Elizabeth Surrounds
5.0 / 2 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2025
- 12 years in business (since 2014)
- 194 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 10 to 20
Aletta H. says, “Efficient, friendly, reliable Communication great Overall impressions were very good Will use again Will recommend as well” Local Pros
In their words: Tar Pave Pools offers a wide range of services including swimming pools, paving, tarring, PVC fencing, landscaping, tiling, and painting in Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas. We have been serving clients since 2014, completing over 200 jobs in Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg.
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Leanne Chetty
Covers Durban, Durban North and 3 more areas
- 116 requests passed to them since October 2025
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Humphries Carpentry
Covers Centurion, East Rand and Pretoria
- 111 requests passed to them since October 2025
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Timber Construction
Covers Atlantic Seaboard and CBD, Blouberg and surrounds and 4 more areas
On Local Pros since 2024
- 66 years in business (since 1960)
- Team of 10 to 20
- Owner managed
In their words: Timber Construction offers cladding, decking, flooring, patio decking, pool decking, decking repairs, deck cleaning and refurbishment services in Cape Town and surrounds.
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Deckworx
Covers Helderberg and Paarl
On Local Pros since 2024
- 14 years in business (since 2012)
- 190 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 7 to 10
- Owner managed
- Qualified and licensed
In their words: Deckworx offers decking, patio decking, pool decking, repairs, cleaning, refurbishment, pergolas, cladding, screens, and maintenance services. They serve areas including Johannesburg, Centurion, West Rand, Roodepoort, Krugersdorp, and Pretoria.
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Lukisa Construction and Roofing
Covers Bloemfontein and Bloemfontein Surrounds
- 355 requests passed to them since July 2025
What customers say about these decking companies
5.0
Average from 13 reviews of the 4 decking companies above on Google and Local Pros, checked November 2026.
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Zindie R.
5 months ago
The builders helped turn our vision into a home
Review of Billtec Development left on Google
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Billa
7 months ago
I would absolutely recommend Homeprokzn , they always willing to go the extra mile and job well done
Review of Home Pros left on Local Pros
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Kevin
a year ago
Very happy with the work. Thomas was professional and friendly. Will definitely use him again.
Review of QP Construction & Roofing left on Local Pros
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Aletta H.
a year ago
Efficient, friendly, reliable Communication great Overall impressions were very good Will use again Will recommend as well
Review of Tar Pave Pools left on Local Pros
More checked prices
2026 Decking Price Guide
- Treated pine deck, installed: R1,700 to R2,200 per m²
- Hardwood deck (balau, garapa), fully installed: R2,800 to R4,000 per m²
Prices checked 12 November 2026 ›
How Much Does a Patio Cost?
- Treated pine (Cape Town):
- Hardwood (balau, garapa) (Cape Town):
Prices checked 13 November 2026 ›
How much does composite decking cost?
- Treated pine deck, installed: R1,700 to R2,200 per m²
- Hardwood deck (balau, garapa), fully installed: R2,800 to R4,000 per m²
Prices checked 12 November 2026 ›
How Much Does Hardwood Timber Decking Cost?
- Treated pine deck, installed: R1,700 to R2,200 per m²
- Hardwood deck (balau, garapa), fully installed: R2,800 to R4,000 per m²
Prices checked 12 November 2026 ›
Questions about these prices
Where do these prices come from?
From Design-A-Deck and Takesure Painters: businesses that publish their own prices. We copied the figures as published and checked them on 13 November 2026. They are not quotes; every pro sets their own price.
How are these decking companies rated?
5.0 out of 5 on average, from 13 reviews of 4 decking companies.
Do I have to hire the pro who quotes?
No. You decide once you have the written quote.
The full guide
General advice, written June 2024.
After the effort and expense of installing up a deck, you'll want it to last for several years. Staining your deck can help. It protects the deck from the elements and enhances its natural colour. But how much does staining a deck cost? And how should you go about getting and comparing quotes for this task? This post will guide you on:
- Should I use deck stain or oil?
- DIY vs. hiring a decking pro
- Deck care 101
- How much does it cost to stain a deck?
- Questions to ask a decking expert
Should I Use Decking Stain or Oil?
You might wonder whether decking stain or oil is better. Stains are designed to change the color of wood but don't offer much protection from sun or rain damage. Oils penetrate the wood, replenishing natural oils and resins that leech out over time. Decking oils are better at binding wood fibers together and providing weather resistance.
There are oil-based and water-based decking stains. Oil-based stains offer deeper penetration and better durability but take longer to dry. Water-based stains dry faster, are easier to clean, and provide better colour retention.
DIY vs. Hiring a Decking Expert
Many tasks are cheaper when you DIY. However, when it comes to deck staining, a service that specializes in sealing and staining decks will ensure a superior finish. They'll also make sure the staining is done in the best conditions, as weather and temperature can affect the finish. They can recommend a stain colour to match your outdoor area and the desired look. For this reason, it might be worth spending a few hundred more rand to have a professional prepare, clean, and stain the deck.
Deck Care 101
Most decks can't be stained immediately. The deck will first need cleaning and preparation. This ensures a quality finish. So, when determining the cost of staining your deck, include the cost of preparation work. This typically involves pressure cleaning and repairing any damaged boards. The deck will then need to dry before applying the stain in several coats. The cost of deck staining depends on the amount of repair and preparation needed. If you're having a new deck installed, the installer will likely offer staining as an add-on service to save time
How Much Does It Cost to Stain a Deck?
After visiting your property, your service provider will base their quote on factors such as:
- The size of your deck
- If sanding is needed
- The number of coats of stain or oil required
- If repairs or new dealings are needed
Working with a Decking Expert
When hiring a decking expert, ensure they are the right fit for your project. Questions to ask include:
- Are you insured?
- How long will my project take?
- Can you provide a written quote?
- Do you have any references I can follow up on?
- Can I see examples of your work?
- What warranty do your products have?
To calculate the actual cost of your project, get quotes from services that specialize in sealing and staining decks. Inform them about the size and type of wood used on the deck and your stain colour preferences.
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How it works
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Tell us the job
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A decking company who covers your area calls you
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