Texas cost guide
French Drain cost in Texas
Quick answer
French Drain in Texas costs an estimated $9.44 - $33 per linear ft. That is 6% below the national average, because landscaping workers in Texas earn $18.27 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $9.44 - $33
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -6%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #43 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Texas: $470 - $1,650 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Texas
- 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: Texas landscaping wages are 6% below the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Texas compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | $9.52 - $33 |
| Georgia | $9.51 - $33 |
| Kentucky | $9.46 - $33 |
| Texas | $9.44 - $33 |
| South Carolina | $9.38 - $33 |
| South Dakota | $9.26 - $32 |
| Oklahoma | $9.22 - $32 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
French Drain companies in Texas
Other landscaping costs in Texas
- Lawn Mowing$40 - $65
- Lawn Fertilization$62 - $95
- Yard Cleanup$115 - $365
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$36 - $68
- Gardener$32 - $59
- Tree Removal$370 - $1,100
- Sod Installation$0.95 - $1.91
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.65 - $24
- Sprinkler System Installation$570 - $1,900
- Landscape Design$635 - $2,750
- Landscaping Installation$2,850 - $15,200
- Paver Patio$9.54 - $16
- Retaining Wall$33 - $62
- Landscape Lighting$77 - $290
- Xeriscaping$4.77 - $19
- Snow Removal$28 - $65
- Commercial Lawn Care$740 - $1,500
French Drain cost in Texas: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Texas?
About $9.44 - $33 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Texas than average?
Texas ranks #43 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 6% below the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Texas?
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 Texas?
Local Landscaping lists 15 businesses offering this service in Texas, including in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Frisco and 7 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 Texas by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.