Grading & Drainage · Washington, DC

Grading & Drainage Repair Costs

Site grading and surface water management. Estimates below are localized to labor and material rates in the Washington, DC area (zip prefix 203). Enter your exact zip to refine.

Showing local estimates for Washington, DC (20301)

Major$1,475 – $6,350

Install exterior French drain

Trench, gravel, perforated pipe to redirect water away from foundation

Major$475 – $2,925

Negative grading toward foundation

Re-grade soil away from foundation

Moderate$800 – $3,000

Replace walkway sections

Demolish and re-pour damaged walkway sections

Major$975 – $2,900

Re-grade soil away from foundation

Regrade perimeter to establish positive slope away from the house

Moderate$400 – $1,475

Mudjack walkway sections

Slabjack or polyjack settled sections back to level

Major$325 – $1,250

Sump pump missing or not working

Install or replace sump pump

Minor$100 – $500

Driveway cracks/settlement

Seal or repair driveway cracks

Minor$50 – $300

Sump pump discharge too close to house

Extend sump pump discharge line

Minor$25 – $75

Window well covers missing

Install window well covers

About These Estimates

These estimates are based on national averages adjusted for local labor and material costs using BLS and BEA data. Actual costs vary based on specific conditions, contractor availability, and project complexity. Always obtain multiple quotes from licensed local contractors.