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What are the costs for land excavation in Defiance OH?

Home Remodeling & Home Services Cost Estimates

cubic yards

ITEM QUANTITY LOW HIGH
Land Labor
Direct labor expenses to excavate land.
3 hours $113.95 $170.91
Land Debris Disposal Costs
Costs to load and haul away old materials and installation waste.
$30.93 $34.21
Land Equipment Allowance
Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: skid loader with excavation | demolition | loading attachment..
$156.41 $221.89
Total Cost to Excavate Land
2 cubic yard $301.29 $427.01
  Average cost per cubic yard $301.29 $427.01

This is an estimate. You can get an accurate quote for your project from a Defiance foundations pro.

Cost to Excavate Land - 2025 Cost Calculator

To Excavate Land in Defiance you should expect to pay in the range of $301.29 to $427.01. What we use to calculate Defiance Land Excavation estimates is average material costs, average hourly labor wages and labor productivity rates. To get a more accurate estimate on your Land Excavation in Defiance project:

1. Pick the Location of the Project
2. Tell us the size of your Project
3. Click the "Calculate" button

Average Cost per cubic yard for Land Excavation in Defiance

The average cost to Excavate Land in Defiance 2025 is $301.29 to $427.01 per cubic yard. Always make sure to make all hiring decisions carefully and to make sure the contractor is fully insured, bonded and licensed. It is a good idea to check references and verify prior work quality.
If you want to receive the best value on Defiance Land Excavation projects always make sure to receive project estimates from several contractors.

Cost Breakdown for Land Excavation in Defiance

  1. Direct labor costs to Excavate Land in Defiance - between $113.95 and $170.91.
  2. Costs of specialty equipment used for efficiency and job quality, which may include: - between $156.41 and $221.89.

What the Defiance Land Excavation Estimate Includes:

  1. Costs associated with worksite preparation for the Land Excavation in Defiance project, which may include any costs for materials, components, protection of existing structures and finishes.
  2. Costs for all local Defiance materials and equipment delivery to the work site.
  3. Costs for junk/debris removal and job cleanup after project completion.
  4. Hourly charges, labor setup and mobilization time that are usually associated with Land Excavation projects.

What the Land Excavation Estimate Does Not Include:

  1. Any fees for permits or inspection which may be required for the project by the Defiance building department.
  2. Ohio and Defiance sales taxes on supplies and materials.
  3. Any general contractor fees for supervision of the Defiance Land Excavation project. Please add 12% to 20% to the total cost shown above if you will be hiring a general contractor to supervise this project.

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