Is Fiberon composite decking cheaper than Trex in New Brunswick?

Fiberon composite decking is typically 10-15% less expensive than Trex in New Brunswick, making it a popular mid-range alternative for homeowners seeking composite benefits at a lower price point.

In the current NB market, you can expect Fiberon decking to cost $45-65 per square foot installed, while Trex ranges from $50-75 per square foot installed. The exact pricing depends on the specific product lines you're comparing. Fiberon's entry-level Good Life series competes directly with Trex Enhance, while Fiberon's premium Paramount line goes head-to-head with Trex Transcend.

Material costs alone show similar savings, with Fiberon boards running roughly $4-7 per square foot versus Trex at $5-8 per square foot at most NB lumber yards and building supply stores. However, the total installed cost depends heavily on your contractor's pricing and the complexity of your deck design.

Both brands perform excellently in New Brunswick's challenging climate. Fiberon and Trex both handle our freeze-thaw cycles, heavy snow loads, and Maritime humidity without the annual maintenance headaches of wood decking. The key advantage of choosing either composite over pressure-treated lumber is eliminating the need to restain every 2-3 years in our harsh NB weather conditions.

Quality differences are minimal between the two brands in their comparable product lines. Both offer 25-50 year warranties and use similar wood fiber and polymer compositions. Fiberon has gained market share in NB partly due to competitive pricing and good availability through local suppliers in Moncton, Saint John, and Fredericton.

For a typical 12x16 deck (192 square feet), choosing Fiberon over Trex might save you $1,000-2,000 on the total project cost. Over the deck's 25+ year lifespan with zero maintenance requirements, both options provide excellent value compared to the ongoing costs of maintaining wood decking in our Maritime climate.

When getting quotes from deck builders, ask them to price both options. Some contractors have preferred supplier relationships that might make one brand more competitively priced than the other, and availability can vary seasonally.

Need help finding a deck builder to compare Fiberon and Trex options for your project? New Brunswick Decks can match you with local contractors who work with both brands.