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How Much Does It Cost To Dig A Pond?

Typical range: $479-$1,747

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cost to dig a pond Calculator

For your project in zip code 43215 with these options, the cost to dig a pond starts at $1.60-$5.82 per square foot. Your actual price will depend on job size, conditions, finish options you choose.

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Standard ServicesQuantityLowHigh
What you can expect
Range per square foot:$1.60$5.82
Range for this type of project:$479$1,747
Estimate: $1,113
Small Pond Labor, Basic
21
hours		$324$1,527
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Labor cost, under typical conditions, for complete project. Excavation location will be staked, safety of dig verified, and soil and rocks removed to specified depth. Fee is inclusive of all aspects of the project, such as thorough planning, acquisition of equipment and material, preparation and protection of project site, and meticulous cleanup.
Small Pond Equipment Allowance
1
job		$155$220
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Daily rental of specialty equipment for maximum quality and efficiency. These include skid loader with attachments for excavation, demolition, and loading. Consumable equipment elements not included.
Standard services
Small Pond Labor, Basic
$324 -$1,527
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21
hours
Labor cost, under typical conditions, for complete project. Excavation location will be staked, safety of dig verified, and soil and rocks removed to specified depth. Fee is inclusive of all aspects of the project, such as thorough planning, acquisition of equipment and material, preparation and protection of project site, and meticulous cleanup.
Small Pond Equipment Allowance
$155 -$220
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1
job
Daily rental of specialty equipment for maximum quality and efficiency. These include skid loader with attachments for excavation, demolition, and loading. Consumable equipment elements not included.
Optional Services
What you can expect
Range per square foot:
$2 - $6
Range for this type of project:
$479 - $1,747
Estimate:
$1,113
Cost Comparison
YOUR ESTIMATE
$1,113
NATIONAL AVERAGE RANGE
$497 -$1,814
YOUR ESTIMATE

Dig a Pond: national average cost

The total price for labor per square foot is $3.85, coming in between $1.66 to $6.05. A typical 300 square foot project costs $1,155.47, with a range of $497.29 to $1,813.65. Your actual price will depend on your location, job size, conditions and finish options you choose.
cost to dig a pond
National Avg. Cost (labor) for 300 square foot$1,155.47
National Cost Range (labor) for 300 square foot$497.29 - $1,813.65
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