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How Much Does It Cost To Dig A Post Hole?

Typical range: $45-$114

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cost to dig a post hole Calculator

For your project in zip code 98109 with these options, the cost to dig a post hole starts at $45.05-$113.56 per hole. Your actual price will depend on job size, conditions, finish options you choose.

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What you can expect
Range per hole:$45.05$113.56
Range for this type of project:$45$114
Estimate: $79
Basic Labor for Post Hole Digging
1
hour		$13$62
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Labor costs for thorough installation under standard conditions of medium soil without clay or large rocks. This will start with a full assessment of the space. Your team will plan the layout, acquire appropriate equipment, transport materials, and execute preparation, installation and cleanup. They will dig holes that are 8" (0.2m) in diameter, to a depth of 3' (1m).
Equipment Allowance for Post Hole Digging
1
job		$32$52
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Equipment allowance for 2-horsepower, 8"-diameter and 48"-deep post hole digger. This is assessed as a daily rental fee, while single-use equipment will incur separate charges.
Standard services
Basic Labor for Post Hole Digging
$13 -$62
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1
hour
Labor costs for thorough installation under standard conditions of medium soil without clay or large rocks. This will start with a full assessment of the space. Your team will plan the layout, acquire appropriate equipment, transport materials, and execute preparation, installation and cleanup. They will dig holes that are 8" (0.2m) in diameter, to a depth of 3' (1m).
Equipment Allowance for Post Hole Digging
$32 -$52
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1
job
Equipment allowance for 2-horsepower, 8"-diameter and 48"-deep post hole digger. This is assessed as a daily rental fee, while single-use equipment will incur separate charges.
Optional Services
What you can expect
Range per hole:
$45 - $114
Range for this type of project:
$45 - $114
Estimate:
$79
Cost Comparison
YOUR ESTIMATE
$79
NATIONAL AVERAGE RANGE
$42 -$106
YOUR ESTIMATE

Dig a post hole: national average cost

The total price for labor per hole is $74.36, coming in between $42.24 to $106.48. Your actual price will depend on your location, job size, conditions and finish options you choose.
cost to dig a post hole
National Avg. Cost (labor) for 1 hole$74.36
National Cost Range (labor) for 1 hole$42.24 - $106.48
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