Backhoe Trenching Cost

Construction ITEM DESCRIPTION

Construction estimating cost for a trench dug by backhoe to a depth of 5 feet.

Unit Size

Lineal foot.

Labor and Equipment Costs

We estimate about 12 feet of trenching per hour of backhoe time (with operator). We also throw in one laborer hour for every 6 1/2 feet of trench.

NOTE-- This price does not include any shoring of the trench walls to prevent collapse. This depth can be a safety hazard, and shoring may be necessary for wet or sandy soils that are prone to sudden collapse.

Material Costs

None included.

Suggested Quantity

No suggestion. You'll need to estimate the length of trenching required.

Source of Construction Pricing

This price came from crew timing on one project that required unusually deep trenching for city utility access.

Places Included

Architect Starter File, Construction Starter File, Developer Starter File

Comments

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