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Excavation and Grading cost per cubic yard in Arlington

Excavation and Grading cost per cubic yard in Arlington, Texas in 2026.

Low

$7,450

Average

$14,900

High

$22,300

Arlington crews quote about $50 – $150 per cubic yard.

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What drives excavation and grading prices in Arlington

Local labor, permitting and climate move Arlington prices away from the national average.

Labor market

Mid-cities crews are competitively priced with strong availability.

Permits

City permits required for roofing, fences and structural work.

Climate

Storm season concentrates roofing demand in spring.

Arlington unit pricing by material

Simple grading$61 – $84
Standard excavation and haul$84 – $110
Rock or difficult soil$110 – $145
Excavation with retaining and drainage$145 – $200

Ways to lower your Arlington price

  • Keep excavated soil on site for backfill and berms to avoid haul-off.
  • Schedule when the ground is dry — wet soil doubles handling time.
  • Collect three written bids on an identical scope — spreads of 20–40% are normal.
  • Book in the off-season and stay flexible on the start date to save 5–15%.
  • Bundle nearby work into one mobilization so you only pay setup and travel once.
  • Ask what the contractor would change to cut 10% without hurting durability.

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