Louisiana cost guide
French Drain cost in Louisiana
Quick answer
French Drain in Louisiana costs an estimated $8.94 - $31 per linear ft. That is 11% below the national average, because landscaping workers in Louisiana earn $16.42 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $8.94 - $31
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -11%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #49 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Louisiana: $450 - $1,560 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Louisiana
- 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: Louisiana landscaping wages are 11% below the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Louisiana compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| Oklahoma | $9.22 - $32 |
| Alabama | $9.20 - $32 |
| Arkansas | $9.19 - $32 |
| Louisiana | $8.94 - $31 |
| West Virginia | $8.91 - $31 |
| Mississippi | $8.86 - $31 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
French Drain companies in Louisiana
Other landscaping costs in Louisiana
- Lawn Mowing$37 - $59
- Lawn Fertilization$59 - $90
- Yard Cleanup$105 - $335
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$33 - $62
- Gardener$29 - $54
- Tree Removal$340 - $1,000
- Sod Installation$0.91 - $1.83
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.33 - $23
- Sprinkler System Installation$540 - $1,800
- Landscape Design$580 - $2,500
- Landscaping Installation$2,700 - $14,500
- Paver Patio$9.13 - $16
- Retaining Wall$32 - $59
- Landscape Lighting$74 - $275
- Xeriscaping$4.57 - $18
- Snow Removal$26 - $60
- Commercial Lawn Care$685 - $1,350
French Drain cost in Louisiana: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Louisiana?
About $8.94 - $31 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Louisiana than average?
Louisiana ranks #49 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 11% below the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Louisiana?
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 Louisiana?
Local Landscaping lists 6 businesses offering this service in Louisiana, including in New Orleans, Slidell, Houma, Lake Charles and 1 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 Louisiana by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.