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Snow Removal in Madison, WI

Compare 4 local snow removal pros. Typical service: $45–$114.

Top Snow Removal Companies in Madison

  1. 1.Boosted Outdoor Services

    5.0★ (46 reviews)

    5.0★ from 46 reviews

    +16086093188Website

  2. 2.Dunner's Outdoor Services

    4.6★ (39 reviews)

    4.6★ from 39 reviews

    +16082134572Website

  3. 3.Madison Landscape And Snow Removal

    4.6★ (13 reviews)

    4.6★ from 13 reviews

    +16083951992Website

  4. 4.Winter Services - Madison, WI

    2.9★ (14 reviews)

    2.9★ from 14 reviews

    +18667669423Website

Snow Removal Cost in Madison

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

ServiceTypical range in Madison
Driveway plowing, per visit$45–$114/visit
Seasonal driveway contract$397–$738/season

Snow Removal prices in Madison run about 14% 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 4 companies serving Madison, rated 4.3★ on average across 112 customer reviews.

Madison Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Madison's weather means for scheduling snow removal.

Last spring frost
April 21
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
36.13"
Heating degree days
7,178
Cooling degree days
681
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan10.7°26.9°1.24"
Feb14.8°31.4°1.4"
Mar25.6°42.9°2.14"
Apr37.7°56.9°3.85"
May48.8°67.9°4.07"
Jun58.5°78.1°4.89"
Jul63.1°82°3.95"
Aug61.2°79.8°4.12"
Sep52.3°71.9°3.45"
Oct40°59.7°2.68"
Nov28.3°44.8°2.45"
Dec15.5°31°1.89"

NOAA station data 3.27 miles from Madison.

Permits & Regulations in WI

  • Wisconsin has no handyman license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is required to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings
  • Work that needs no permit carries no state credential requirement
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor credential for permitted work

Sources: dsps.wi.gov

Snow Removal FAQs for Madison

How much does snow removal cost in Madison?

Residential driveway snow removal in Madison typically runs $45-$114 per visit, depending on driveway size and snowfall.

How many snow removal companies serve Madison?

We track 4 snow removal companies serving Madison.

Is snow removal in Madison more expensive than average?

Outdoor service labor in Madison runs about +13.5% versus the national average.

Is a seasonal snow removal contract worth it in Madison?

Usually if Madison gets ten or more plowable snowfalls a winter; with about 7,178 heating degree days and lows near 11F, compare the season price to roughly ten visits at $45-$114.

Do snow removal companies in WI need a license?

In WI, Wisconsin has no handyman license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is required to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings. Ask a Madison 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 Madison?

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

Does snow removal include walkways in Madison?

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

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

Two or three; with 4 companies serving Madison, compare the trigger depth (often 2 inches) and how fast they arrive after a storm.