How much does yard drainage cost in Indiana?

Yard drainage in Indiana typically costs $1,000–$4,000 for surface drains and $20–$45 per linear foot for French drains. Full yard regrading projects usually run $1,500–$6,000.

How much does a French drain cost in Indiana?

A French drain in Indiana typically costs $20–$45 per linear foot installed, depending on depth, soil type, and distance to the outlet. Heavy clay soils sit at the higher end.

How much does it cost to regrade a yard in Indiana?

Regrading a yard to fix standing water and re-establish positive slope typically costs $1,500–$6,000, depending on the area, amount of cut and fill, and topsoil and seeding needed.

Why is drainage so important on Indiana clay soil?

Crosby and Brookston clay soils drain slowly and hold water near the surface, so water pools against foundations and driveways. Proper grading and drainage protect those investments from damage.

Do you fix drainage and grading problems in Central Indiana?

Yes. Mann Hauling corrects standing water, installs French drains and swales, and regrades yards throughout Central Indiana. Call 317-206-0414 for a free quote.

Drainage & Grading Cost in Indiana

Yard drainage and grading in Indiana typically costs between $1,500 and $6,000 for a regrading project, while French drains run about $20 to $45 per linear foot installed. The right solution depends on where water is collecting, the slope of the property, and Indiana's heavy clay soils, which hold water and make proper grading and drainage critical for protecting foundations and driveways.

Drainage & Grading Cost by Solution

Typical Indiana drainage & grading pricing, 2026
Solution	Typical Cost	Best For
Yard regrading / sloping	$1,500 – $6,000	Standing water, negative slope
French drain	$20 – $45/linear ft	Subsurface water, wet yards
Swale / drainage ditch	$10 – $25/linear ft	Channeling surface runoff
Surface / catch basin drains	$1,000 – $4,000	Low spots, downspout water
Downspout extensions / tie-in	$300 – $1,200	Moving roof water away
Culvert / ditch crossing	$700 – $3,500	Driveway & ditch flow

Why Drainage Matters on Indiana Clay

Central Indiana's Crosby and Brookston clay soils drain very slowly and hold water near the surface. Without proper grading, water pools against foundations, saturates driveways, and kills lawns. Correcting drainage first — before any driveway, pad, or landscaping work — is what makes those investments last.

•Positive slope away from the house (about 6 inches over the first 10 feet).
•French drains to intercept subsurface and persistent water.
•Swales to channel surface runoff to a safe outlet.
•Catch basins for low spots that can't be graded out.
•Culverts to carry ditch flow under driveways without backing up.

What Affects Drainage & Grading Cost

Factor	Cost Impact
Soil type (clay/wet)	High — slow digging, more material
Length of drain run	High — priced per linear foot
Depth & outlet distance	Medium–High — more excavation
Amount of regrading	High — cut/fill and topsoil
Access & landscaping repair	Medium — restore disturbed areas

Real Indiana Drainage & Grading Cost Examples

•Example 1 — 80 ft French drain to a daylight outlet, Avon clay soil: about $2,600.
•Example 2 — Regrade and re-slope a backyard with standing water, Danville: about $3,800.
•Example 3 — Two catch basins plus downspout tie-ins, Brownsburg: about $2,100.

Drainage & Grading Cost in Indiana (2026 Price Guide)

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