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Yard grading guide

Local project planner

Estimate yard grading

Start with the main scope. Open advanced conditions only when they apply.

Step 1 of 2 · Project scope

Adjust anytime
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Advanced project conditions

Step 2 of 2 · Local context

The live range updates as assumptions change.

Estimated local planning range

Low complexity

$900

Typical

$2,600$6,750

High complexity

$19,900+

Twin Cities metro planning factor · medium confidence · reviewed 8/1/2026

Estimated breakdown

Labor$375$3,000
Materials$250$2,150
Equipment$25$200
Removal and disposal$25$275
Delivery$25$125
Permit allowance$0$125
Professional-service overhead$75$550
Planning contingency$50$275

Professional-service overhead represents normal operating costs involved in delivering professional work. Component ranges are planning allocations and may not add exactly to the rounded total.

Planning range only, not a quote, bid, guarantee, appraisal, or code-compliant specification. Site conditions and provider scope may change actual cost.