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Cost to Install Erosion Control Mesh
Updated: January 2013
| Item | Quantity | Low | High |
| Erosion Control Mesh Cost Non-discounted retail cost for common, mid-grade erosion control mesh. Quantity includes typical installation waste, fabrication overage, material for future repairs and delivery within 25 miles | 214 square feet | $21.58 | $25.90 |
| Erosion Control Mesh Labor Direct labor expenses to install erosion control mesh. | 10.3 hours | $112.76 | $571.02 |
| Erosion Control Mesh Job Materials and Supplies Cost of supplies that may be required to install erosion control mesh including: 0. | 200 square feet | $6.76 | $15.00 |
| Totals - Cost to Install Erosion Control Mesh | 200 square feet | $141.10 | $611.92 |
| | Average cost per square foot | $0.71 | $3.06 |
Cost to Install Erosion Control Mesh - 2013 Cost Calculator
The cost to Install Erosion Control Mesh averages $0.71 - $3.06 per square foot in 2013. This Erosion Fabric Installation cost estimate is calculated from average material costs, unit labor producitivity rates and national average hourly labor wages. To refine the estimate for your Erosion Fabric Installation project:
1. Set Project Location Enter the location is where labor is hired and materials purchased.
2. Specify Project Size Enter the number of "square feet" required for the project.
3. Re-calculate Click the "Update" button.
Erosion Fabric Installation - Average Cost Per Square Foot
Expect to pay in the high end of the $0.71 - $3.06 per square foot range for a licensed, bonded and insured contractor and for complex or rush projects. Hire carefully, only after verifying prior work quality.
For the best value on Erosion Fabric Installation: combine related projects; get bids from several pros; and be flexible about project scheduling.
Cost to Install Erosion Control Mesh - Notes and General Information
The cost estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Erosion Fabric Installation, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Costs for job cleanup and debris removal at project completion.
- Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Erosion Fabric Installation jobs.
The cost estimate does not include:
- General contractor fees for organizing and supervising the Erosion Fabric Installation. Add 12.1% to 19.3% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion therof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
Cost to Install Erosion Control Mesh - References
- Cost Estimating Best Practices American Institute of Architects, Nov 2008, AIA East Bay Chapter
- The Building Estimator's Reference Book , Mar 2012,
- Calculating Labor Costs The Journal of Light Construction, May 2006, Shawn McCadden
- The HUD PATH Rehab Guide The Rehab Guide Volume 9: Site Work U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
