Cost to Remove a Lawn
August 2024
| Item | Qty | Low | High | |
| Lawn Removal Labor, Basic Basic labor to remove lawn with favorable site conditions. Use sod cutter to extract existing sod and 3/4" of soil. Roll and remove existing sod ribbons. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. | 534 square feet | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Lawn Removal Equipment Allowance Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: 5+HP gasoline powered sod cutter - 18" wide by 2 1/2" cutting path. Daily rental. | 534 square feet | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Lawn Removal Debris Disposal Costs to load, haul away and dispose of old materials, installation waste and associated debris. | 0.567 | 0.645 | ||
| Unused Minimum Labor Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
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In August 2024 the cost to Remove a Lawn starts at $1.06 - $1.62 per square foot*. Use our Cost Calculator for cost estimate examples customized to the location, size and options of your project.
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Cost to Remove a Lawn - 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 Lawn Removal, 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 Lawn Removal 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 Lawn Removal. 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 - Lawn Removal
- 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
- Product and Supplies Data: Cascade Supply Lumber Cascade Supply, Aug 2024, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Green Home Remodel | Landscape Materials Seattle Public Utilities, Aug 2010, Staff
- 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
- Outdoor Projects 1 2 3 Homer, TLC, Mar 2003, Editorial Staff, ISBN 696206730
- Labor Wages and Costs: Building a Unit-Price System Journal of Light Construction, Aug 2024, George Weissgerber
- 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
Lawn Removal Budget Management
This infographic highlights decisions and site issues that can cause large cost variances in the typical Lawn Removal budget.
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