How many active contractors are pulling permits in San Antonio?

There are 6,049 active contractors tracked in PermitGrab's San Antonio database, with 3,706 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

6,049

Active Contractors

3,706

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 6,049 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 6,049 active contractors in San Antonio, with 3,706 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

9,642 San Antonio permits filed in the last 90 days. Top permit types:

Permit Type	Count
Mechanical Permit	1,025
Plumbing General Permit	861
Electrical General Permit	744
Plumbing Irrigation Permit	735
Re-Roof Permit	543
Residential Repair Permit	491
Res New Building Permit	454
Foundation Repair Permit	360
Garage Sale	355
MEP Trade Permits Application	352

Most Active Contractors

Contractor	Permits
WILL FIX IT	206
3D LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION	188
DOUBLE H LANDSCAPE, LIMITED	157
LENNAR HOMES	115
Keven Uzun	99
JON WAYNE HEAT, ELCT& A/C,LTD.	99
MATTHEW NEWKHAM, PULTE HOMES OF TEXAS, L. P.	93
Greenhaven Landscape & Irrigation	84
SA SPECIALTIES	78
JOHN LIKOVICH	69
Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing	60
State Mechanical Contractor	58
MARTIN BOMBA	55
Theresa McFaul	49
L&G LANDSCAPE ENTERPRISES, LLC	45

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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