Alabama cost guide
French Drain cost in Alabama
Quick answer
French Drain in Alabama costs an estimated $9.20 - $32 per linear ft. That is 8% below the national average, because landscaping workers in Alabama earn $17.36 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $9.20 - $32
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -8%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #47 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Alabama: $460 - $1,610 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Alabama
- Length of the drain run and trench depth.
- Where the water discharges and whether a dry well or pump is needed.
- Soil type, roots and obstacles along the route.
- Restoring lawn or hardscape after trenching.
- Local labor costs: Alabama landscaping wages are 8% below the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Alabama compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | $9.38 - $33 |
| South Dakota | $9.26 - $32 |
| Oklahoma | $9.22 - $32 |
| Alabama | $9.20 - $32 |
| Arkansas | $9.19 - $32 |
| Louisiana | $8.94 - $31 |
| West Virginia | $8.91 - $31 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
French Drain companies in Alabama
Other landscaping costs in Alabama
- Lawn Mowing$39 - $62
- Lawn Fertilization$60 - $93
- Yard Cleanup$110 - $350
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$35 - $65
- Gardener$30 - $56
- Tree Removal$355 - $1,050
- Sod Installation$0.93 - $1.87
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.49 - $24
- Sprinkler System Installation$555 - $1,850
- Landscape Design$610 - $2,600
- Landscaping Installation$2,800 - $14,800
- Paver Patio$9.34 - $16
- Retaining Wall$33 - $61
- Landscape Lighting$75 - $280
- Xeriscaping$4.67 - $19
- Snow Removal$27 - $62
- Commercial Lawn Care$710 - $1,400
French Drain cost in Alabama: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Alabama?
About $9.20 - $32 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Alabama than average?
Alabama ranks #47 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 8% below the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Alabama?
Length of the drain run and trench depth. Where the water discharges and whether a dry well or pump is needed. Soil type, roots and obstacles along the route. Restoring lawn or hardscape after trenching.
How do I find french drain companies in Alabama?
Local Landscaping lists 21 businesses offering this service in Alabama, including in Birmingham, Auburn, Madison, Phenix City and 8 more. Ask each for the discharge point, pipe and fabric used and how the lawn is restored.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) adjusted for Alabama by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.