Cost guide · Updated 2026
How much does snow removal cost?
Snow removal for a driveway and sidewalk costs $30 to $70 per storm on average. Contractors charge $25 to $75 an hour for shoveling, blowing or plowing, and seasonal contracts run $200 to $600.
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National averages
Snow Removal · 2026
Driveway and sidewalk, per storm
$30–$70
Up to 6 inches of snow
$30–$100
Typical job (HomeAdvisor)
$50–$203
Roof raking
$200–$500
Typical, per visit
$30–$70
Typical price
Typical price
$30–$70
per visit · source: HomeGuide
- Driveway and sidewalk, per storm$30–$70
- Up to 6 inches of snow$30–$100
- Typical job (HomeAdvisor)$50–$203
- Roof raking$200–$500
- Seasonal contract$200–$600
- Seasonal contract (HomeAdvisor)$200–$700
National averages. Labor costs differ a lot from one area to the next, so use these to sanity-check a quote, then compare two or three local pros for the same job.
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Driveway and sidewalk, per stormHomeGuide | $30–$70 |
| Up to 6 inches of snowHomeGuide | $30–$100 |
| Typical job (HomeAdvisor)HomeAdvisor | $50–$203 |
| Roof rakingHomeGuide | $200–$500 |
| Seasonal contractHomeGuide | $200–$600 |
| Seasonal contract (HomeAdvisor)HomeAdvisor | $200–$700 |
| Shoveling, blowing or plowingHomeGuide | $25–$75 per hour |
| Commercial lot plowingHomeGuide | $50–$150 per hour |
What changes the price
- Driveway length and width
- Snow depth and how often it falls
- Per visit or seasonal contract
- Walks, steps, salting and roof raking
- Where you live. Local labor costs, demand and travel time move prices up or down from the national average.
How to pay less
- Sign a seasonal contract if you get regular snow. It's often cheaper than paying per storm.
- Book before winter. Last-minute and mid-storm bookings usually cost more.
- Ask whether salting is included, so per-visit quotes compare the same work.
- Compare at least two or three quotes for the same scope. Pros on Job Hound never pay for leads, so no lead fee is built into their price.
FAQ
Snow Removal cost questions
How much does snow removal cost?
Snow removal for a driveway and sidewalk costs $30 to $70 per storm on average. Contractors charge $25 to $75 an hour for shoveling, blowing or plowing, and seasonal contracts run $200 to $600.
How much does it cost to plow a driveway?
About $30 to $70 per visit for a typical residential driveway.
How much is a seasonal snow removal contract?
About $200 to $600 per season, according to HomeGuide, depending on the property.
How much does roof snow removal cost?
Raking snow off a roof costs about $200 to $500.
Sources
Published national estimates, last checked 2026-11-11. Your quote depends on your job and your area.
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