Quick Answer

Deck Building Cost in San Antonio (2026)

Average cost in San Antonio

US$14,333avg

US$4,500 — US$38,000

US$15 — US$75 per sq ft

+4.2% YoY
9 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Texas

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Decking boards, framing lumber, and hardware

US$2,340 — US$19,760

52%

Labor

Framing, installation, and finishing

US$1,620 — US$13,680

36%

Site Prep & Footings

Excavation and concrete pier installation

US$360 — US$3,040

8%

Permits & Fees

City of San Antonio building permits

US$180 — US$1,520

4%

🧾Sales Tax (6.25%) — Texas
Base cost + $896 tax$15,229

Sales Tax at 6.25%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Pressure-treated lumber
  • Concrete footings
  • Railing system
  • Stairs (1 set)
  • Hardware & fasteners
  • Labor

Typically Excludes

  • Composite or hardwood decking
  • Built-in seating or planters
  • Pergola or roof
  • Lighting
  • Permits

Based on a standard 200 sq ft pressure-treated wood deck.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$6,960

US$5,568 — US$8,352

Based on 9 sources and market data for San Antonio. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$13,755

Today

US$14,333

Deck Building in San Antonio is 4.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$578 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Deck Build Contractors in San Antonio

Verified providers
🔨

New Home Decks

11300 Shaenfield Rd Unit 505, San Antonio, TX 78254, USA

4.9
★★★★½

111 reviews

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Reddy Pros Remodeling & Deck Builders

6150 TX-16 #12, Pipe Creek, TX 78063, USA

4.9
★★★★½

96 reviews

🔨

Texas Deck Pros

2550 Boardwalk St, San Antonio, TX 78217, USA

4.8
★★★★½

318 reviews

🔨

River City Deck and Patio

18771 FM 2252, San Antonio, TX 78266, USA

4.8
★★★★½

221 reviews

🔨

All Pro Decks & Patios

29750 US-281 #2, Bulverde, TX 78163, USA

4.7
★★★★½

106 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Yes, any deck that is attached to the house or stands more than 30 inches above the ground requires a permit from the San Antonio Development Services Department.

Permit fees are based on project valuation, typically ranging from $150 to $450 for standard residential decks, with a baseline fee of approximately $160 for simple structures.

Pressure-treated pine decks cost between $15 and $25 per sq ft, while mid-to-premium composite decks (like Trex or TimberTech) range from $35 to $75 per sq ft installed.

The total timeline is usually 3 to 5 weeks, which includes 1 to 2 weeks for the City of San Antonio to approve permits and 1 week for actual construction.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 3 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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