Wisconsin cost guide
French Drain cost in Wisconsin
Quick answer
French Drain in Wisconsin costs an estimated $10 - $35 per linear ft. That is 1% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Wisconsin earn $20.55 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $10 - $35
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +1%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #24 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Wisconsin: $500 - $1,760 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Wisconsin
- 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: Wisconsin landscaping wages are 1% above the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Wisconsin compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $10 - $35 |
| Idaho | $10 - $35 |
| Utah | $10 - $35 |
| Wisconsin | $10 - $35 |
| Nebraska | $10 - $35 |
| Arizona | $9.91 - $35 |
| Pennsylvania | $9.90 - $35 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
French Drain companies in Wisconsin
Other landscaping costs in Wisconsin
- Lawn Mowing$44 - $72
- Lawn Fertilization$65 - $100
- Yard Cleanup$125 - $405
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$40 - $76
- Gardener$35 - $66
- Tree Removal$405 - $1,200
- Sod Installation$1 - $2.01
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $25
- Sprinkler System Installation$605 - $2,000
- Landscape Design$705 - $3,050
- Landscaping Installation$3,000 - $16,100
- Paver Patio$10 - $17
- Retaining Wall$35 - $65
- Landscape Lighting$80 - $300
- Xeriscaping$5.02 - $20
- Snow Removal$30 - $71
- Commercial Lawn Care$805 - $1,600
French Drain cost in Wisconsin: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Wisconsin?
About $10 - $35 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Wisconsin than average?
Wisconsin ranks #24 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 1% above the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Wisconsin?
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 Wisconsin?
Local Landscaping lists 5 businesses offering this service in Wisconsin, including in New Berlin, Waukesha, Racine and Caledonia. 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 Wisconsin by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.