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Northwest San Antonio

Decks, patios, and pergolas in Helotes, TX.

Established communities and newer subdivisions on the way to the Hill Country. Mix of decks, stamped patios, and steel pergolas.

Bexar County30 minutes from home base
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Timeless Sunsets builds custom decks, patios, and pergolas in Helotes, TX, where outdoor structures are permitted through the City of Helotes Development Services. We're a family-owned Bexar County outdoor-living contractor working out of San Antonio, 30 minutes from home base, and we handle design, permitting, framing, and finish work in-house — no subcontracted crews. Every Helotes build is quoted in writing before you sign anything and carries a written workmanship warranty on top of the manufacturer warranties.

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  • Licensed & Insured

    Licensed and insured San Antonio contractor.

  • 15+ Years Local

    San Antonio outdoor-living experts.

  • Built for Texas

    Materials chosen for heat, humidity & sun.

  • Workmanship Warranty

    Backed in writing on every build.

Permits

Do you need a permit for a deck or patio cover in Helotes?

Yes, in most cases. Permits are issued by the City of Helotes Development Services. Helotes issues separate permits for decks and for patio, patio cover, carport cover, and flatwork. Worth knowing: a Helotes mailing address is not always inside city limits — parcels outside are unincorporated Bexar County, where no structural permit is required.

We pull the permit and handle the submittal as part of the build, so you're not the one standing in line. Source: City of Helotes permits.

Building in Helotes

What makes building a deck or patio in Helotes different?

Helotes is the transition zone between San Antonio suburbs and true Hill Country. Iron Horse Canyon and Sonoma Ranch in particular are designed for outdoor living — bigger lots, hill-side topography, view corridors to preserve.

Limestone bedrock close to surface means footing excavation often requires breaker work. We quote that explicitly so there are no surprises after digging starts.

Neighborhoods served

Helotes subdivisions where we’ve built.

If your neighborhood isn’t listed, give us a call — we’re probably still in the area.

  • Iron Horse Canyon
  • Sonoma Ranch
  • Helotes Creek Ranch
  • Old Town Helotes
  • The Bluffs of Lost Creek
  • White Wing

What we build here

Popular outdoor living projects in Helotes.

Why Helotes hires us

A local crew, not a national chain.

  • Crews based out of San Antonio — on-site in Helotes within an hour, every day of the build.
  • We know the Bexar County permitting office and most of the architectural review committees in Helotes.
  • Every build is quoted in writing before you sign anything.
  • Daily cleanup is non-negotiable. We don’t leave nails or scraps in your yard between work days.
  • In-house design, in-house framing, in-house finish work. No subbing the build out and disappearing.
  • Workmanship warranty in writing on every build, layered on top of all manufacturer warranties.

FAQ

Questions from Helotes homeowners.

  • Do you charge extra to build in Helotes?
    No — pricing is based on scope and materials, not city. Helotes is a core service area, 30 minutes from home base, so we don't mark up for distance.
  • Do I need a permit for a deck or patio cover in Helotes?
    Yes, in most cases. Permits are issued by the City of Helotes Development Services. Helotes issues separate permits for decks and for patio, patio cover, carport cover, and flatwork. Worth knowing: a Helotes mailing address is not always inside city limits — parcels outside are unincorporated Bexar County, where no structural permit is required. We pull the permit as part of the build.
  • How long does a typical project take in Helotes?
    Ground-level decks and patios under 400 square feet usually finish in 2 to 3 weeks. Pergolas, gazebos, and multi-level decks run 3 to 8 weeks depending on scope. Permitting and HOA approval typically add 1 to 3 weeks on the front end.
  • Do you offer a warranty on work in Helotes?
    Yes. You get our workmanship warranty in writing on every Helotes build, plus full manufacturer warranties on composite decking, louvered roof systems, and major appliances.

Free quote

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Nearby service areas

Other cities we serve near Helotes.