Illinois cost guide
French Drain cost in Illinois
Quick answer
French Drain in Illinois costs an estimated $10 - $36 per linear ft. That is 3% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Illinois earn $21.54 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $10 - $36
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +3%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #17 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Illinois: $520 - $1,810 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Illinois
- 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: Illinois landscaping wages are 3% above the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Illinois compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $10 - $36 |
| Maine | $10 - $36 |
| Hawaii | $10 - $36 |
| Illinois | $10 - $36 |
| North Dakota | $10 - $36 |
| Nevada | $10 - $36 |
| Maryland | $10 - $36 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
French Drain companies in Illinois
Other landscaping costs in Illinois
- Lawn Mowing$46 - $75
- Lawn Fertilization$67 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$130 - $420
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$42 - $79
- Gardener$37 - $68
- Tree Removal$420 - $1,250
- Sod Installation$1.03 - $2.05
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$620 - $2,050
- Landscape Design$735 - $3,150
- Landscaping Installation$3,100 - $16,500
- Paver Patio$10 - $17
- Retaining Wall$36 - $67
- Landscape Lighting$82 - $305
- Xeriscaping$5.13 - $21
- Snow Removal$31 - $73
- Commercial Lawn Care$835 - $1,650
French Drain cost in Illinois: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Illinois?
About $10 - $36 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Illinois than average?
Illinois ranks #17 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 3% above the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Illinois?
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 Illinois?
Local Landscaping lists 6 businesses offering this service in Illinois, including in Palatine, Skokie, Decatur and Joliet. 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 Illinois by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.