Colorado cost guide
French Drain cost in Colorado
Quick answer
French Drain in Colorado costs an estimated $11 - $37 per linear ft. That is 6% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Colorado earn $22.52 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $11 - $37
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +6%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #7 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Colorado: $530 - $1,850 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Colorado
- 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: Colorado landscaping wages are 6% above the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Colorado compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| California | $11 - $37 |
| Vermont | $11 - $37 |
| Alaska | $11 - $37 |
| Colorado | $11 - $37 |
| Minnesota | $11 - $37 |
| Connecticut | $10 - $37 |
| Oregon | $10 - $37 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
French Drain companies in Colorado
Other landscaping costs in Colorado
- Lawn Mowing$48 - $78
- Lawn Fertilization$69 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$135 - $435
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$44 - $82
- Gardener$38 - $71
- Tree Removal$435 - $1,300
- Sod Installation$1.05 - $2.10
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$630 - $2,100
- Landscape Design$770 - $3,300
- Landscaping Installation$3,150 - $16,900
- Paver Patio$10 - $18
- Retaining Wall$37 - $68
- Landscape Lighting$83 - $315
- Xeriscaping$5.24 - $21
- Snow Removal$32 - $76
- Commercial Lawn Care$865 - $1,750
French Drain cost in Colorado: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Colorado?
About $11 - $37 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Colorado than average?
Colorado ranks #7 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 6% above the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Colorado?
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 Colorado?
Local Landscaping lists 3 businesses offering this service in Colorado, including in Greeley, Broomfield and Bennett. 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 Colorado by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.