Construction & Earthwork
Excavation Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost of excavation including volume, equipment, labor, and disposal.
Excavation Dimensions
Length
ft
Length of the excavation area
Width
ft
Width of the excavation area
Depth
ft
Depth of excavation
Soil & Equipment
Soil Type
Harder soils require more effort and cost
Equipment Type
Equipment size affects hourly cost
Cost Factors
Cost per Cubic Yard
$
Excavation cost per cubic yard
Disposal / Hauling Cost
$
Cost of disposal and hauling per cubic yard
Additional Fees
$
Permits, insurance, site preparation, etc.
Volume
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Total Excavation Cost
$0
complete excavation cost
Total Volume
0 cu yd
Base Excavation Cost
$0
Disposal Cost
$0
Cost per Cubic Yard
$0
📊 Detailed Breakdown
| Category | Amount | % of Total |
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How the formula works
Volume (cu yd) = Length × Width × Depth ÷ 27 | Total Cost = (Volume × Cost per Cu Yd) + (Volume × Disposal Cost) + Additional Fees
- Volume = (Length × Width × Depth) ÷ 27 (cubic yards)
- Base Excavation Cost = Volume × Cost per Cubic Yard
- Disposal Cost = Volume × Disposal Cost per Cubic Yard
- Total Cost = Base Excavation + Disposal + Additional Fees
- Cost per Cubic Yard = Total Cost ÷ Volume
- Soil Factors = Sand (1.0), Loam (1.2), Rock (1.5) — affects base cost
- Equipment Factors = Standard (1.0), Heavy (1.3), Mini (0.8)
- Additional fees include permits, insurance, and site preparation