Site Preparation Cost Calculator
Build a first-pass budget for clearing, excavation, grading, drainage, debris removal and site access.
How to use it
Enter the area you expect to prepare and add allowances for the scopes that apply. Replace sample rates with local contractor or supplier pricing as your project becomes defined.
Why site prep is hard to price
Two sites with the same acreage can have very different costs because of vegetation, soil, slope, rock, drainage, access, haul distance and disposal requirements.
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Questions people ask
Does site preparation include the driveway?
It can include driveway-related clearing, grading or access allowances, but the finished driveway surface should be budgeted separately when appropriate.
Should I include drainage?
If water management, culverts, ditches or grading are part of your scope, include a separate allowance so the cost is visible.
Are these contractor prices?
No. The calculator starts with editable planning assumptions. Use current local quotes when you have them.