Vermont cost guide
French Drain cost in Vermont
Quick answer
French Drain in Vermont costs an estimated $11 - $37 per linear ft. That is 7% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Vermont earn $22.76 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $11 - $37
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +7%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #5 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Vermont: $530 - $1,870 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Vermont
- 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: Vermont landscaping wages are 7% above the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Vermont compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $11 - $39 |
| Washington | $11 - $38 |
| California | $11 - $37 |
| Vermont | $11 - $37 |
| Alaska | $11 - $37 |
| Colorado | $11 - $37 |
| Minnesota | $11 - $37 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
French Drain companies in Vermont
Other landscaping costs in Vermont
- Lawn Mowing$48 - $78
- Lawn Fertilization$69 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$140 - $440
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$44 - $83
- Gardener$39 - $72
- Tree Removal$440 - $1,300
- Sod Installation$1.05 - $2.11
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$635 - $2,100
- Landscape Design$775 - $3,300
- Landscaping Installation$3,200 - $17,000
- Paver Patio$11 - $18
- Retaining Wall$37 - $68
- Landscape Lighting$84 - $315
- Xeriscaping$5.27 - $21
- Snow Removal$33 - $76
- Commercial Lawn Care$870 - $1,750
French Drain cost in Vermont: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Vermont?
About $11 - $37 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Vermont than average?
Vermont ranks #5 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 7% above the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Vermont?
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 Vermont?
Local Landscaping lists 4 businesses offering this service in Vermont, including in Burlington, Colchester, Brattleboro and Randolph. 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 Vermont by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.