Cost to Excavate Land
August 2024
| Item | Qty | Low | High | |
| Land Excavation Labor, Basic Basic labor to excavate land with favorable site conditions. Stake excavation location. Verify dig safe. Remove soil and rocks to specified depth. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. | 10 cubic yards | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Land Excavation Equipment Allowance Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: Skid loader with excavation | demolition | loading attachment. Daily rental. Consumables extra. | 10 cubic yards | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Land Excavation Debris Disposal Costs to load, haul away and dispose of old materials, installation waste and associated debris. | 38.2725 | 43.5375 | ||
| Unused Minimum Labor Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
| Totals - Cost To Excavate Land | ||||
| Average Cost per Cubic Yard | ||||
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In August 2024 the cost to Excavate Land starts at $91.70 - $212 per cubic yard. Use our Cost Calculator for cost estimate examples customized to the location, size and options of your project.
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Cost to Excavate Land - Notes and General Information
This example estimate is for BASIC work performed in easily serviceable conditions by qualified trade professionals, using popular, IN STOCK products, materials and supplies commonly available at home improvement retailers. Your actual costs will vary due to the unique situation, requirements and choices of your project. Work not mentioned on this page, work with schedule difficulty, and work using master craftsman, premium materials, custom built products and project supervision will result in HIGHER COSTS!
This example estimate is for educational and illustrative purposes - it is NOT a substitute for written quotes from trade professionals. Homewyse strongly recommends that you contact reputable professionals for accurate assessments of work required and costs for your project - before making any decisions or commitments.
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 Land Excavation, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Land Excavation jobs.
The cost estimate does NOT include:
- Costs for removing, relocating, repairing, or modifying existing framing, surfacing (including molding), HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems - or bringing any systems into compliance with current building codes.
- Costs for testing and remediation of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, etc.).
- General contractor overhead and markup for organizing and supervising the Land Excavation. Add 13% to 22% 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 thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
References - Land Excavation
- Product and Supplies Data: Lowes Landscaping Products and Supplies Lowes , Aug 2024, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Home Depot Landscaping Products and Supplies Home Depot, Aug 2024, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Menards Landscaping Products and Supplies Menards, Aug 2024, Website
- Cost Estimating Best Practices American Institute of Architects, Nov 2008, Michael DellIsola
- Labor Wages and Costs: Building a Unit-Price System Journal of Light Construction, Aug 2024, George Weissgerber
- Product and Supplies Data: The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 9: Site Work U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
- Project Spending Data: Harvard University JCHS Homeowner Expenditures Harvard University, Aug 2024, Website
- Labor Wages and Costs: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Aug 2024, Staff
Land Excavation Budget Management
This infographic highlights decisions and site issues that can cause large cost variances in the typical Land Excavation budget.
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