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Using cost calculators

Get a rough price before you ask for quotes.

For landowners 2 min read

  1. Pick a calculator. Open Cost guides and pick the job, like clearing, a driveway, a well, or septic.
  2. Enter your numbers. Type in acres, feet, or depth, and pick the method.
  3. Read the range. Read the low-to-high range; it uses published national prices.
  4. Check the sources. Check the sources listed under each calculator.
  5. Get real quotes. Use the range to set a budget, then get written quotes from local pros.

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/cost-guides1Pick a calculator2Enter your numbers3Read the range4Check the sources5Get real quotes
The steps at a glance.