San Antonio excavation and grading pricing per cubic yard
Excavation and Grading cost per cubic yard in San Antonio, Texas in 2026.
Low
$7,200
Average
$14,400
High
$21,600
San Antonio crews quote about $48 – $145 per cubic yard.
Multiply local unit rates by your real measurements.
What drives excavation and grading prices in San Antonio
Local labor, permitting and climate move San Antonio prices away from the national average.
Labor market
San Antonio is the most affordable large Texas market for licensed trades.
Permits
City permits required for roofing, structural and mechanical work.
Climate
Heat and expansive soils drive HVAC and foundation spend.
San Antonio unit pricing by material
Ways to lower your San Antonio price
- Keep excavated soil on site for backfill and berms to avoid haul-off.
- Schedule when the ground is dry — wet soil doubles handling time.
- Collect three written bids on an identical scope — spreads of 20–40% are normal.
- Book in the off-season and stay flexible on the start date to save 5–15%.
- Bundle nearby work into one mobilization so you only pay setup and travel once.
- Ask what the contractor would change to cut 10% without hurting durability.
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