Pouring a concrete patio is almost always significantly cheaper upfront than building a raised wooden or composite deck of equivalent square footage. Concrete patios require fewer specialized labor hours, less structural lumber framing, and minimal hardware, whereas elevated decks demand robust concrete post footings, heavy-duty ledger board framing, joists, railings, and staircase construction. However, a deck is often more cost-effective if the backyard features a steep slope that requires extensive earth grading to level for concrete.
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