Site Work · DFW Cost Guide
Commercial Site Work Cost in DFW
What excavation, grading and utilities really cost in North Texas.
Commercial site work in Dallas–Fort Worth is highly site-specific, but useful benchmarks: mass grading and earthwork often run about $1–$4 per square foot of site, underground utilities are priced per linear foot, and storm detention and erosion control are scoped per project. Soil, topography, import/export of dirt and utility depth drive the cost.
Typical site work prices in DFW
| Work | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Mass grading / earthwork | ~$1–$4 / sq ft of site |
| Clearing & grubbing | varies by vegetation |
| Underground utilities | ~$50–$150 / linear ft |
| Storm drainage / detention | varies by design |
| Erosion & sediment control | varies by site |
Typical DFW ranges — site work pricing requires a civil plan, soils report and site visit.
What drives site work cost
- Topography — cut/fill balance and dirt import/export
- Soil conditions — clay, rock and bearing capacity
- Utility depth & length — water, sewer and storm runs
- Detention — storm detention and drainage design
- Access & size — site area and equipment access
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FAQ
Commercial Site Work Cost in DFW — frequently asked questions
It varies by site, but mass grading often runs $1–$4 per square foot of site in Dallas–Fort Worth, with utilities priced per linear foot and detention scoped per project.
Topography, soil, how much dirt must be imported or exported, utility runs and storm detention requirements all swing the cost, which is why a civil plan and soils report are needed to price it.
Yes. We design and build storm drainage, detention ponds and erosion control as part of commercial site work in DFW.
Yes. With a civil plan and a site visit, we provide a free written estimate.
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