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Snow Removal in Rochester, NY

Compare 6 local snow removal pros. Typical service: $41–$101.

Top Snow Removal Companies in Rochester

  1. 1.Girl Plower Snow Plowing and Landscaping

    4.9★ (157 reviews)

    4.9★ from 157 reviews

    +15857375870Website

  2. 2.Kevin & Russ Driveway Sealing

    4.4★ (70 reviews)

    4.4★ from 70 reviews

    +15856473030Website

  3. 3.MRB Snow and Lawn - Rochester

    4.7★ (40 reviews)

    4.7★ from 40 reviews

    +15853630476Website

  4. 4.THM Property Maintenance llc

    4.7★ (29 reviews)

    4.7★ from 29 reviews

    +15852951602Website

  5. 5.Spezio Property Services Inc

    4.4★ (19 reviews)

    4.4★ from 19 reviews

    +15852545000Website

  6. 6.D&J Plowing

    +15857381599

Snow Removal Cost in Rochester

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

ServiceTypical range in Rochester
Driveway plowing, per visit$41–$101/visit
Seasonal driveway contract$355–$659/season

Snow Removal prices in Rochester run about 1% 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 6 companies serving Rochester, rated 4.6★ on average across 315 customer reviews.

Rochester Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Rochester's weather means for scheduling snow removal.

Last spring frost
April 27
First fall frost
October 17
Annual precipitation
34.27"
Heating degree days
6,646
Cooling degree days
539
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.6°31.7°2.41"
Feb18.6°34.1°1.95"
Mar25.8°42.8°2.5"
Apr36.6°56°2.73"
May46.3°67.6°2.87"
Jun55.9°76.6°3.34"
Jul60.7°81°3.33"
Aug59.5°79.1°3.47"
Sep52°71.6°3.38"
Oct41.5°59.6°2.72"
Nov33°48°2.94"
Dec23.5°36.5°2.63"

NOAA station data 4.69 miles from Rochester.

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 Rochester

How much does snow removal cost in Rochester?

Residential driveway snow removal in Rochester typically runs $41-$101 per visit, depending on driveway size and snowfall.

How many snow removal companies serve Rochester?

We track 6 snow removal companies serving Rochester.

Is snow removal in Rochester more expensive than average?

Outdoor service labor in Rochester runs about +1.4% versus the national average.

Is a seasonal snow removal contract worth it in Rochester?

Usually if Rochester gets ten or more plowable snowfalls a winter; with about 6,646 heating degree days and lows near 18F, compare the season price to roughly ten visits at $41-$101.

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 Rochester 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 Rochester?

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

Does snow removal include walkways in Rochester?

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

How many quotes should I get for snow removal in Rochester?

Two or three; with 6 companies serving Rochester, compare the trigger depth (often 2 inches) and how fast they arrive after a storm.