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AfterConstruction in San Antonio, TX
Kitchen remodeling in San Antonio typically runs $14,000-$45,000 for a full job, and the biggest cost driver is not the cabinets or the countertops. It’s the house itself. San Antonio’s split geology means homes on the south and east sides sit on deep Vertisol clay that moves during drought, while homes north of Loop 410 sit on Edwards limestone that eats saw blades. Getting the written price right starts with knowing which side of the Balcones Escarpment you’re on. Call (470) 298-9650 and we’ll put the number in writing before anyone picks up a tool.
Why San Antonio Homes Are Different
San Antonio housing stock is a patchwork of eras, and each one changes the remodel math. The westside and near southside hold early-1900s limestone-block homes and 1940s-60s pier-and-beam bungalows. The north and east sides are dominated by 1970s-90s brick-veneer post-tension slabs from production builders, followed by 2000s-2020s master-planned communities pushing past Loop 1604. When we open a wall in a mid-century slab home, we’re often looking at cumulative differential movement from decades of shrinking and swelling clay. That has to be addressed before new work ties in, or the new tile floor will crack within a year. San Antonio is also flash-flood alley: extreme drought shrinks the soil and then intense rain saturates foundations almost overnight. Water management is a design requirement here, not an upsell. And on the north side in places like Stone Oak and Helotes, out-of-town crews routinely underbid trenching because they assume standard soil, then hit a limestone shelf at 2-3 feet that turns a one-day utility run into three days of rock cutting. We quote for the rock.
Our Main San Antonio Services
Two services generate more San Antonio calls than any other: fence installation and driveway work. Both get hit hard by the limestone and the clay, just in different ways.
Fence Installation in San Antonio
San Antonio fence jobs are shaped by the soil. In the deep clay south of town, fence posts need deeper footing depths and, in some cases, concrete collars to resist the heave that pushes posts out of plumb during dry spells. On the limestone north side, post-hole digging can require rock augers and sometimes a concrete saw for the stubborn spots. We quote for what’s actually underground, not what a national estimator assumes. Fence Installation in San Antonio is a standing service with written pricing, and every quote includes the post-spec detail before we dig.
Driveway & Pavers in San Antonio
Driveway work in San Antonio splits by geology again. Concrete pours over clay need proper base prep and, ideally, early-morning pours during the 100°F summer stretch so the slab doesn’t cure too fast and surface-crack. Paver driveways over limestone areas often need the rock shelf chipped flat before the base goes in. We quote both conditions out in writing. Driveway & Pavers in San Antonio covers paver patios, driveways, and concrete replacement, with the base-prep details spelled out line by line.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterKitchen Remodeling in San Antonio
Kitchen remodeling in San Antonio runs $14,000-$45,000 for a full job, and the single biggest variable is the slab beneath your floor. Homes built during the 1970s-90s production-builder wave sit on post-tension concrete that has often moved enough over decades of clay shrink-swell cycles to need evaluation before new tile, cabinetry, or an island anchors to it. We address that before the first cabinet is ordered. The second variable is the humidity and heat: San Antonio summers test cabinet joints and engineered stone differently than a dry climate does, so we pull permits and use the approved specs, not the national defaults. For a closer look at the full trade, see our Kitchen Remodeling hub.
Full Kitchen Remodeling
Signs you need it
If you’re working around a layout that doesn’t function, the cabinets are delaminating from San Antonio’s humid summers, or you want to move the sink location across a slab, it’s time for a full remodel rather than a cosmetic patch.
What it costs in San Antonio
Full kitchen remodeling in San Antonio typically runs $14,000-$45,000, with the layout change and slab penetrations driving the high end.
How we do it
We document the existing condition, check the slab for movement, pull permits, then run the job in a fixed order: demo, rough plumbing and electrical, drywall, cabinetry, counters, finishes, final inspection.
Small & Partial Kitchen Remodels
Signs you need it
If your cabinets are solid but the doors are worn, your counters are stained but the layout works, and you just need a refresh rather than a gut job, this is the right scope.
What it costs in San Antonio
Small or partial kitchen remodels in San Antonio typically run $9,000-$20,000 depending on whether the work stays cosmetic or opens the wall.
How we do it
We write a scope that says exactly what gets touched and what stays, then the crew installs new faces, counters, or tile over a documented existing condition, so the change order stays zero if nothing hidden appears.
What Kitchen Remodeling Costs in San Antonio
| Item | Typical range in San Antonio |
|---|---|
| Full kitchen remodel | $14,000-$45,000 |
| Small kitchen remodel | $9,000-$20,000 |
| Cabinet installation | $4,000-$13,000 |
| Countertop installation | $2,000-$6,500 |
| Backsplash installation | $800-$2,500 |
| Kitchen island installation | $3,000-$10,000 |
How long does a kitchen remodel take in San Antonio?
A full kitchen remodel in San Antonio typically takes 6-10 weeks depending on permit turnaround and whether slab work is needed. Smaller cosmetic remodels can run 2-4 weeks. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written timeline alongside the written price.
Will the price change once work starts?
It shouldn’t. Under our process, no change proceeds without a signed change order. Hidden conditions on a San Antonio slab sometimes appear, but they get documented and priced before any additional work begins, never after. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written estimate.
Bathroom Remodeling in San Antonio
Bathroom remodeling in San Antonio typically runs $9,000-$28,000, and the price has less to do with tile choice than with what’s behind the tile. Homes from the 1940s-60s pier-and-beam era and the 1970s-90s slab era both hide water damage from decades of flash-flood humidity and occasional supply-line failures. We open the wall, document what we find, and write the number before the first tile is set. Our Bathroom Remodeling hub carries the full sub-job breakdown.
Walk-In Showers & Shower Remodeling
Signs you need it
If the shower pan is leaking, the grout is failing, the curb is soft, or you want to eliminate the tub entirely, the shower needs a full rebuild rather than a surface repair.
What it costs in San Antonio
Walk-in shower installation in San Antonio runs $4,500-$12,000, and shower replacement runs $3,000-$8,500 depending on the waterproofing method and the framing condition behind the wall.
How we do it
We demo to the studs, inspect the subfloor for water damage on pier-and-beam homes or check the slab for cracking on slab homes, then rebuild with a membrane or pan system and tile over a documented watertight substrate.
Tub-to-Shower Conversion
Signs you need it
If the tub is unused, the tub surround is failing, or a household member needs a low-threshold entry, a tub-to-shower conversion solves the layout without moving plumbing.
What it costs in San Antonio
Tub-to-shower conversion in San Antonio typically runs $3,500-$10,000, with the high end covering a full tile rebuild plus new valve and rough plumbing.
How we do it
We remove the tub, keep the existing footprint, replace the valve and drain as needed, build a new waterproof substrate, and set the new shower pan or tile floor with the drain pitch verified under a flood test where plumbing is touched.
What Bathroom Remodeling Costs in San Antonio
| Item | Typical range in San Antonio |
|---|---|
| Full bathroom remodel | $9,000-$28,000 |
| Small bathroom remodel | $5,000-$12,000 |
| Walk-in shower installation | $4,500-$12,000 |
| Tub-to-shower conversion | $3,500-$10,000 |
| Shower replacement | $3,000-$8,500 |
| Bathroom vanity installation | $800-$3,000 |
Do you pull permits for bathroom remodels in San Antonio?
Yes. Any job that touches plumbing or electrical gets permitted through the City of San Antonio, and the final inspection is passed before we call the job done. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written scope that names the permit work.
Is a tub-to-shower conversion cheaper than a full remodel?
Usually, yes. Keeping the original footprint and reusing the existing drain location cuts the plumbing cost, which is why the range starts at $3,500. A full bathroom remodel starts at $9,000. Call (470) 298-9650 to get the exact number in writing.
Roofing in San Antonio
Roof replacement in San Antonio runs $8,000-$20,000 for a typical home, and hail plus heat cycles do more damage here than any single storm. Shingle roofs on 1970s-90s production-built houses often have two layers by now, which adds tear-off cost and changes the deck inspection. We document the layer count, the deck condition, and the flashing condition in the written quote. See our Roofing hub for the full sub-job detail.
Roof Repair
Signs you need it
If you see a loose shingle after a storm, water staining on the ceiling, or flashing that’s pulled away at a chimney or pipe penetration, the roof needs a targeted repair before the next rain event.
What it costs in San Antonio
Roof repair in San Antonio typically runs $400-$1,800 depending on the number of penetrations and whether decking needs replacement.
How we do it
We inspect from the roof, photograph the damage, write a flat repair quote that names the shingles and materials to be replaced, then execute the repair and document the finished condition with photos.
Roof Replacement & Installation
Signs you need it
If the roof is past 20 years old, the deck feels soft when walked, or granules are piling up in the gutters, it’s time to price a full replacement rather than another patch.
What it costs in San Antonio
Roof replacement in San Antonio runs $8,000-$20,000 for a standard shingle roof; metal roof installation runs $15,000-$40,000 depending on the profile.
How we do it
We tear off the old layers, inspect and replace the deck where required, install the underlayment and new system per manufacturer spec, and leave a documented photo record of the finished deck and flashings.
What Roofing Costs in San Antonio
| Item | Typical range in San Antonio |
|---|---|
| Roof replacement | $8,000-$20,000 |
| Roof repair | $400-$1,800 |
| Metal roof installation | $15,000-$40,000 |
| Tile roof repair | $600-$2,500 |
Does hail damage in San Antonio require a full roof replacement?
Not always. Hail damage can be localized to a single slope while the rest of the roof remains sound. We document the hit area, quote a repair when a repair will restore the system, and recommend replacement only when the deck or underlayment is compromised. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written roof assessment.
Will my roof inspection cost me anything in San Antonio?
The written estimate is free. We inspect the roof, photograph the condition, and write a flat price for the work, whether that’s a repair or a replacement. Call (470) 298-9650 to schedule the inspection.
Windows & Doors in San Antonio
Window replacement in San Antonio typically runs $4,500-$15,000 for a full house, and the heat load is the reason most homeowners call. West-facing windows on 1970s-90s brick-veneer homes bake in the late-afternoon summer sun, driving indoor temperatures up and put the HVAC under strain. Our Windows & Doors service covers replacement, impact-rated units, and full-frame installs, with the heat-gain calculation documented in the quote.
Window Replacement
Signs you need it
If the frames are painted shut, the glass has failed and fogged, or the window no longer seals against dust and heat, replacement beats repair on most San Antonio homes.
What it costs in San Antonio
Window replacement in San Antonio runs $4,500-$15,000 for a typical single-story home; a full-frame install costs more than a pocket replacement.
How we do it
We measure each opening, identify the wall construction, write a unit-by-unit quote, then install each window with new flashing and air sealing verified at the trim joints.
Impact Windows & Doors
Signs you need it
If you want lower wind-borne debris risk, insurance compliance, or simple storm-season hardening on a home with older single-pane glass, impact-rated units are the right conversation.
What it costs in San Antonio
Impact window installation in San Antonio typically runs $8,000-$25,000 depending on the number of openings and the frame material.
How we do it
We specify the glass package, verify the frame anchor spacing against the manufacturer’s requirements, and install with the required fasteners so the unit performs as rated, not just as advertised.
What Windows & Doors Costs in San Antonio
| Item | Typical range in San Antonio |
|---|---|
| Window replacement | $4,500-$15,000 |
| Impact window installation | $8,000-$25,000 |
| Door installation | Quoted per opening |
Do impact windows help with San Antonio’s summer heat?
Yes, though they are primarily a wind and debris rating. The multi-layer glass package in a good impact window also blocks more solar gain than single pane, which helps on west-facing walls. Call (470) 298-9650 for a unit-by-unit heat loss estimate and written price.
Can you match the existing window style on an older San Antonio home?
Usually, for common styles like double-hung and horizontal sliders. We measure and specify the replacement unit to match the opening, so the new window fits the architecture rather than forcing a standard size into a room designed for something else. Call (470) 298-9650 for a written quote.
Home Additions & ADU in San Antonio
Home additions in San Antonio run $45,000-$130,000, and an ADU typically runs $90,000-$220,000, with the foundation spec set by the geology under your house. A detached ADU on the north side near Stone Oak or Helotes will likely bear on limestone and need very different excavation than one on the deep clay south of town, where post-tension or pier work may be required to stop the slab from moving. Our Home Additions & ADU hub covers the full path from site prep to final.
New Detached ADU
Signs you need it
If you have a lot with side or rear yard access, you want rental income or a long-term place for family, and the property is not already over the impervious-cover cap, a detached ADU is the right candidate.
What it costs in San Antonio
New detached ADU construction in San Antonio typically runs $90,000-$220,000 depending on size, foundation type, and whether the lot sits inside the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone, which changes the site-drainage requirements.
How we do it
We survey the site, task a soils report where the geology demands it, design the structure to the impervious-cover cap, pull permits, then build in a fixed sequence: foundation, framing, rough-in, skin, interior, closeout documentation.
Garage Conversion ADU
Signs you need it
If you have an attached or detached garage that’s already permitted and structurally sound, and you want the lowest-cost path to an ADU without pouring new slab, a garage conversion is usually the answer.
What it costs in San Antonio
Garage conversion ADUs in San Antonio run $30,000-$80,000 depending on the garage’s condition, whether the slab is sound, and the level of plumbing and electrical rough-in required.
How we do it
We inspect the slab and walls, check the electrical panel capacity, document the condition, then convert the shell into a permitted dwelling with the written scope staying within a few percent of the agreed number.
What Home Additions & ADU Costs in San Antonio
| Item | Typical range in San Antonio |
|---|---|
| Home addition | $45,000-$130,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000-$220,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000-$80,000 |
Does my San Antonio property qualify for an ADU?
Most single-family lots in San Antonio can host an ADU, but properties inside the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone face stricter impervious-cover caps and drainage rules. We check the zoning and the SAWS requirements before you spend money on design. Call (470) 298-9650 for a site-specific answer.
Will the foundation cost more on a San Antonio addition?
Often, yes. If your lot sits on expansive clay, the foundation may need piers or a post-tension design to move with the soil. On limestone, it’s a simpler bearing condition. The soils report decides. Call (470) 298-9650 to price both cases before you choose.
Brands We Service in San Antonio
We install and service a cross-section of residential construction products from over fifty vetted brands, including KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, GAF and Owens Corning roofing materials, and Belgard and Techo-Bloc pavers. See our brands for the full source list. Locally stocked parts cover most San Antonio service calls without a special order, which keeps the schedule honest.
Pricing for Construction in San Antonio, TX
| Service | Typical range in San Antonio |
|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,000-$45,000 |
| Small kitchen remodel | $9,000-$20,000 |
| Bathroom remodel | $9,000-$28,000 |
| Small bathroom remodel | $5,000-$12,000 |
| Roof replacement | $8,000-$20,000 |
| Roof repair | $400-$1,800 |
| Window replacement | $4,500-$15,000 |
| Impact window installation | $8,000-$25,000 |
| Home addition | $45,000-$130,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000-$220,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000-$80,000 |
| Paver driveway installation | $7,000-$18,000 |
What pushes price up in San Antonio more than anything is the foundation: limestone on the north side, expansive clay on the south and east sides, and drainage requirements in the aquifer recharge zone. What holds price down is our written, flat scope with no change order signed until you see it. The number on paper is the number.
Neighborhoods We Serve in San Antonio
We run crews across San Antonio, from the limestone-led north and northwest corridors to the clay-heavy south and east. Response times run a day or two for written estimates across the metro, with the schedule built around your side of town’s geology, not our dispatch board.
- Stone Oak
- Helotes
- Alamo Heights
- King William
- Terrell Hills
Service Area - Cities Near San Antonio
Our San Antonio office also quotes work in the surrounding metro. We serve Schertz, TX and Cibolo, TX on the northeast side, San Marcos, TX up the IH-35 corridor, and Kyle, TX to the north. Same written-price discipline applies in every one of those markets.
Serving San Antonio, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the San Antonio area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Construction in San Antonio
Most written estimates are scheduled within one or two business days of your call. The document is a flat price with a written scope, not a verbal range. Call (470) 298-9650 and ask for the estimate appointment.
Any structural, plumbing, electrical, or roofing work requires a permit through the City of San Antonio. We pull the permits, schedule the inspections, and pass the final before we hand over the photo record. Call (470) 298-9650 for your project’s specific permit list.
Yes. If your project falls within an HOA with architectural review, we provide the drawings and spec sheets the committee needs, submit them where required, and don’t start until the approval is on file. Call (470) 298-9650 and we’ll check your community’s process during the estimate.
For a written price before any work starts, call Rowan Construction Group at (470) 298-9650. Grant Rowan leads the company under The Haven Standard, and the estimate you receive is a flat number with a written scope, not a verbal promise.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local construction pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What San Antonio Customers Say
"Final invoice was within two percent of the contract. Every change was priced and signed before anyone picked up a tool."
- Malcolm T."Fence and retaining wall along a sloped boundary. They photographed the footing depth at each post, which mattered when the county inspector came."
- Iona F."Talked us out of the larger scope we came in asking for, because it would not have added the value we thought."
- Emil R.