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French Drain cost in Florida
Quick answer
French Drain in Florida costs an estimated $9.59 - $34 per linear ft. That is 4% below the national average, because landscaping workers in Florida earn $18.80 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $9.59 - $34
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -4%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #39 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Florida: $480 - $1,680 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Florida
- 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: Florida landscaping wages are 4% below the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Florida compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | $9.66 - $34 |
| North Carolina | $9.65 - $34 |
| Wyoming | $9.59 - $34 |
| Florida | $9.59 - $34 |
| Tennessee | $9.52 - $33 |
| Georgia | $9.51 - $33 |
| Kentucky | $9.46 - $33 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
French Drain companies in Florida
Other landscaping costs in Florida
- Lawn Mowing$41 - $66
- Lawn Fertilization$63 - $96
- Yard Cleanup$115 - $375
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$37 - $70
- Gardener$33 - $61
- Tree Removal$375 - $1,150
- Sod Installation$0.97 - $1.93
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.74 - $24
- Sprinkler System Installation$575 - $1,900
- Landscape Design$655 - $2,800
- Landscaping Installation$2,900 - $15,400
- Paver Patio$9.66 - $16
- Retaining Wall$34 - $63
- Landscape Lighting$78 - $290
- Xeriscaping$4.83 - $19
- Snow Removal$28 - $66
- Commercial Lawn Care$755 - $1,500
French Drain cost in Florida: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Florida?
About $9.59 - $34 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Florida than average?
Florida ranks #39 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 4% below the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Florida?
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 Florida?
Local Landscaping lists 13 businesses offering this service in Florida, including in Tampa, West Palm Beach, Wildwood, Jacksonville and 2 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 Florida by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.