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Snow Removal in New York, NY

Compare 5 local snow removal pros. Typical service: $47–$116.

Top Snow Removal Companies in New York

  1. 1.Aero Snow Removal Corporation

    4.8★ (20 reviews)

    4.8★ from 20 reviews

    +17186563500Website

  2. 2.GBC Snow Removal

    5.0★ (11 reviews)

    5.0★ from 11 reviews

    +15169393653

  3. 3.Creative Snow By Cow Bay

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +15167678128Website

  4. 4.Snowlift

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  5. 5.Eden Landscaping and Snow Removal

    +18667763336Website

Snow Removal Cost in New York

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in New York
Driveway plowing, per visit$47–$116/visit
Seasonal driveway contract$407–$756/season

Snow Removal prices in New York run about 16% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving New York, rated 5.0★ on average across 35 customer reviews.

New York Climate & Seasonal Timing

What New York's weather means for scheduling snow removal.

Last spring frost
March 31
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
46.6"
Heating degree days
4,671
Cooling degree days
1,160
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27°39.1°3.5"
Feb29°42.3°2.81"
Mar35.1°49.7°4.15"
Apr44.6°60.5°4.14"
May54.2°70.4°4.05"
Jun64°79.6°4.16"
Jul69.8°84.5°4.85"
Aug68.8°83.1°4.18"
Sep61.7°76.1°3.71"
Oct50.5°64.8°3.81"
Nov41.5°54.4°3.56"
Dec32.2°43.7°3.68"

NOAA station data 5.24 miles from New York.

Permits & Regulations in NY

  • New York has no statewide handyman license; licensing is local, and New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200
  • Several counties, including Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester, also license home improvement contractors
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No state handyman license; local licensing (NYC: DCWP over $200)

Sources: www.nyc.gov

Snow Removal FAQs for New York

How much does snow removal cost in New York?

Residential driveway snow removal in New York typically runs $47-$116 per visit, depending on driveway size and snowfall.

How many snow removal companies serve New York?

We track 5 snow removal companies serving New York.

Is snow removal in New York more expensive than average?

Outdoor service labor in New York runs about +16.3% versus the national average.

Is a seasonal snow removal contract worth it in New York?

Usually if New York gets ten or more plowable snowfalls a winter; with about 4,671 heating degree days and lows near 27F, compare the season price to roughly ten visits at $47-$116.

Do snow removal companies in NY need a license?

In NY, New York has no statewide handyman license; licensing is local, and New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200. Ask a New York plow service for proof of liability insurance in case of damage to the driveway or lawn edges.

When should I sign up for snow removal in New York?

In early fall; New York plow routes fill before the first snowfall, and late sign-ups often pay per-visit rates.

Does snow removal include walkways in New York?

Not always; many New York contracts cover the driveway only, with walks, steps and salting priced as add-ons.

How many quotes should I get for snow removal in New York?

Two or three; with 5 companies serving New York, compare the trigger depth (often 2 inches) and how fast they arrive after a storm.