Find licensed deck builders and contractors across Texas. Browse 10 cities with license data and local permit requirements.
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Cities Covered
$17-$43
Cost per Sq Ft
$71-$475
Permit Fees
Deck permits across Texas are administered at the city or county level, and requirements vary between jurisdictions. In Houston, Austin, San Antonio, the dominant building code in force is 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with Houston amendments (some jurisdictions still on 2021 International Residential Code with Austin amendments). No permit required if the deck meets ALL of these: not more than 200 sq ft, not more than 30 inches above grade, not attached to the dwelling, and does not serve a required exit door. That said, any deck that meets any one of the following usually requires a permit regardless of size: attached to the dwelling, over 30 inches above grade, covered with a roof, or serving a required exit door. Houston processes residential plan reviews in standard residential plan review: 10-25 business days. 30-day residential permit pilot program commits to issuing permits within 30 business days for qualifying single-family projects.. Always verify current rules directly with your local building department before pulling in a contractor, because Texas has no statewide fee schedule — every city sets its own.
Houston
Pop. 2,304,580
San Antonio
Pop. 1,434,625
Dallas
Pop. 1,304,379
Austin
Pop. 978,908
Fort Worth
Pop. 918,915
El Paso
Pop. 678,815
Arlington
Pop. 394,266
Corpus Christi
Pop. 317,863
Plano
Pop. 285,494
Laredo
Pop. 255,205
Average costs for a typical 300 sq ft deck with railing in Texas.
| Material | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure-Treated Wood | $5,335 | $6,840 | $9,029 |
| Cedar | $7,410 | $9,500 | $12,540 |
| Composite (Trex, TimberTech) | $10,374 | $13,300 | $17,556 |
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