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How Much Does It Cost To Dig A Trench?

Typical range: $258-$705

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Cost of Trenching and Backfilling

For your project in zip code 43215 with these options, the cost to dig a trench starts at $5.16-$14.09 per linear 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 linear foot:$5.16$14.09
Range for this type of project:$258$705
Estimate: $481
Trench Labor, Basic
7
hours		$103$484
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Labor cost, under typical conditions, for complete project in rock-free soil. Safety of dig will be verified, and 8"-wide trench will be excavated to 2' 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.
Trench 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
Trench Labor, Basic
$103 -$484
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7
hours
Labor cost, under typical conditions, for complete project in rock-free soil. Safety of dig will be verified, and 8"-wide trench will be excavated to 2' 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.
Trench 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 linear foot:
$5 - $14
Range for this type of project:
$258 - $705
Estimate:
$481
Cost Comparison
YOUR ESTIMATE
$481
NATIONAL AVERAGE RANGE
$268 -$731
YOUR ESTIMATE

Dig a Trench: national average cost

The total price for labor per linear foot is $9.99, coming in between $5.36 to $14.63. A typical 50 linear foot project costs $499.61, with a range of $267.82 to $731.39. Your actual price will depend on your location, job size, conditions and finish options you choose.
cost to dig a trench
National Avg. Cost (labor) for 50 linear foot$499.61
National Cost Range (labor) for 50 linear foot$267.82 - $731.39
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