How many active contractors are pulling permits in San Antonio?

There are 7,389 active contractors tracked in PermitGrab's San Antonio database, with 4,830 direct phone numbers. Updated daily.

How many code violations are open in San Antonio?

PermitGrab is tracking 0 San Antonio code violations on record. Each represents a property where work needs to be done.

Can I search by contractor name or address?

Yes. PermitGrab tracks every building permit and lets you search by contractor name, address, permit type, or date. Updated daily from official records.

How current is the San Antonio permit data?

Updated daily from official open data portals. The most recent San Antonio permit was filed on recently.

San Antonio Building Permits 2026

By Marcus Reeves, Head of Permit Research at PermitGrab · Updated daily from official city records · Last permit filed: recently

7,389

Active Contractors

4,830

Phone Numbers

Code Violations

Property Owners

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San Antonio is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, and its construction market reflects that. With 7,389 active contractors pulling permits and 0 open code violations, there's significant building activity — and significant opportunity.

Building Permits in San Antonio

Building permits are issued by the Development Services Department (DSD) at 1901 South Alamo. You can apply in person or through the online portal. For questions, call (210) 207-1111.

New permit data — both applications submitted and permits issued — is available on the City's Open Data SA website. PermitGrab pulls this data automatically and organizes it by contractor, address, and permit type.

How to Find a Licensed Contractor in San Antonio

All contractors must register with the City of San Antonio before pulling permits. You can verify registration through the Contractors Connect Portal. For state-level verification of electrical and mechanical contractors, use the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Active License Data Search. For plumbing, check the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE).

Check the monthly Canceled, Suspended, and Registration Appeals Report to avoid contractors with current sanctions.

PermitGrab tracks 7,389 active contractors in San Antonio, with 4,830 phone numbers. This isn't a static directory — it's updated daily based on actual permit filings, so you're seeing contractors who are actively working right now.

Permits Filed in the Last 90 Days

20,293 San Antonio permits filed in the last 90 days. Top permit types:

Permit Type	Count
Mechanical Permit	2,211
MEP Trade Permits Application	1,972
Plumbing General Permit	1,722
Electrical General Permit	1,400
Plumbing Irrigation Permit	1,253
Re-Roof Permit	976
Residential Repair Permit	967
Res New Building Permit	879
Garage Sale	741
Foundation Repair Permit	661

Most Active Contractors

Contractor	Permits
WILL FIX IT	396
3D LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION	299
State Mechanical Contractor	289
DOUBLE H LANDSCAPE, LIMITED	265
Keven Uzun	232
SA SPECIALTIES	177
LENNAR HOMES	173
Champion AC, Inc.	163
State Electrical Contractor	145
JOHN LIKOVICH	138
Vanessa Rene Van De Putte	131
Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing	130
Greenhaven Landscape & Irrigation	125
Diana Rodriguez	124
MATTHEW NEWKHAM, PULTE HOMES OF TEXAS, L. P.	116

San Antonio's Open Code Violations

San Antonio currently has 0 open code violations on record. Each represents a property where work needs to be done — structural repairs, property maintenance, electrical upgrades, plumbing fixes.

For contractors, these are ready-made leads. The property owner either needs to hire someone to fix the violation or face escalating fines. For investors, a property with code violations may signal a motivated seller.

Solar Permits in San Antonio

Solar installations require both a building/electrical permit from DSD AND a utility interconnection agreement from CPS Energy — these are separate processes. DSD review takes about 2 weeks. CPS Energy interconnection can take 2-12 weeks after installation. Submit to both simultaneously.

Permit fees range from $275-$525. Texas allows homeowners to install their own solar, but hiring a licensed contractor is recommended for permitting compliance. As of September 2025, new consumer protection laws (SB 1036 & SB 1697) require solar retailer registration with TDLR.

Property Owner Data

We've matched 0 property owners in San Antonio to permit addresses using Bexar County assessor records. When a permit is filed or a violation is issued, you can see who owns the property.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if a contractor is licensed in San Antonio?

Use the Contractors Connect Portal for city registration, TDLR for electrical/mechanical, and TSBPE for plumbing.

How current is this data?

Updated daily from City of San Antonio open data feeds. Most recent permit in our system was filed on recently.

Where can I see all open San Antonio violations?

Search by address on the San Antonio permits page.

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