Snow plowing in Chicago, IL: instant price estimate
Chicago (O'Hare) averages about 39 inches of snow a year on roughly 28 snow days: less than the lake-effect cities, but the City enforces some of the strictest sidewalk deadlines and a winter overnight parking ban.
Your instant snow plowing price in Chicago ESTIMATE
About 10 pushes in a 38.4-inch season ≈ $800–$1,300 for the winter. Seasonal contracts here run $415–$625.
Basis: Angi's published Chicago ranges
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What driveway plowing costs in Chicago ESTIMATE
Angi's published Chicago snow removal figures: average $100 (typical range $47–$157), per visit $45–$105, seasonal $315–$730.
| Driveway | Per push | Seasonal contract |
|---|---|---|
| 1-car (single) | $45–$80 | $315–$415 |
| 2-car (standard) | $80–$130 | $415–$625 |
| 3- to 4-car / large | $130–$260 | $625–$1,040 |
Source: Angi's published Chicago ranges; ranges as published, fetched 2026-11-03.
Per push or seasonal in Chicago?
Rough math, labeled as an estimate: in a normal 38.4-inch winter at one push per 4 inches, a 2-car driveway needs about 10 pushes, or $800–$1,300 per push in total, versus $415–$625 seasonal. Last winter's 34.1 inches would have meant about 9 pushes. Read the contract: some seasonal plans cap visits (HomeGuide), others are unlimited (Angi). Seasonal contract guide.
Chicago snowfall: last winter vs. this winter
| Chicago | |
|---|---|
| Last winter (2025–26), actual | 34.1 in., 4.3 in. below the 1991–2020 normal of 38.4 in. (89% of normal). Station: Chicago Area (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData, WFO LOT), Jul 1–Jun 30 season. |
| This winter (2026–27), FORECAST | Dec–Feb temperature: Leans above normal (warmer): 50–60% chance. Dec–Feb precipitation: Equal chances (no tilt toward above, near or below normal). NOAA Climate Prediction Center seasonal outlook issued 2026-10-15 (outlook maps, GIS data). These are probabilities, not snowfall totals; CPC makes no inch forecast. Warmer-leaning winters can still bring big storms. CPC updates the outlook monthly (normally the third Thursday). |
| Normal year | 38.8 in. over about 28.2 snow days (≥0.1 in.); snowiest month on the normals: January. NOAA 1991–2020 normals via CurrentResults |
Month by month, 2025–26 vs. normal (inches)
| Month | Actual | Normal |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 0.0 | 0.2 |
| Nov 2025 | 10.4 | 1.8 |
| Dec 2025 | 9.5 | 7.6 |
| Jan 2026 | 11.3 | 11.3 |
| Feb 2026 | 1.1 | 10.7 |
| Mar 2026 | 1.8 | 5.5 |
| Apr 2026 | 0.0 | 1.3 |
Source: NOAA Regional Climate Centers ACIS (the data behind NWS NOWData). T = trace.
Chicago snow rules homeowners should know
- Sidewalk deadline: Snow that falls between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. must be removed by 10 p.m. the same day; overnight snow (7 p.m.–7 a.m.) by 10 a.m. Clear a path at least 5 feet wide, including curb ramps. Fines are $50–$500 per offense, and each day is a separate offense. Source: Municipal Code of Chicago §10-8-180
- Where not to put snow: Don't shovel snow into the right-of-way: transit stops and bus pads, parking spaces, bike lanes, bike racks, Divvy stations or anywhere it impedes traffic. Source: City of Chicago, Snow Removal Requirements
- Overnight parking ban: The Winter Overnight Parking Ban covers 107 miles of arterial streets from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m., December 1 to April 1, whether or not it snows (minimum $250 tow, $60 ticket, $50/day storage). A separate 2-inch ban on about 500 more miles can be activated once 2 inches of snow is on the street. Source: City of Chicago, Winter Snow Parking Restrictions
Rules summarized from official pages on 2026-11-03; check the linked source before relying on a deadline.
Chicago snow plowing FAQ
How much does snow plowing cost in Chicago?
Using Angi's published Chicago ranges, a standard 2-car driveway runs about $80–$130 per push or $415–$625 for a seasonal contract. These are estimates from published ranges, not quotes.
How much snow did Chicago get last winter?
34.1 inches in 2025–26, versus a 1991–2020 normal of 38.4 inches (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData).
When do I have to clear my sidewalk in Chicago?
Snow that falls between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. must be removed by 10 p.m. the same day; overnight snow (7 p.m.–7 a.m.) by 10 a.m. Clear a path at least 5 feet wide, including curb ramps. Fines are $50–$500 per offense, and each day is a separate offense.
Does DrivewayBlankets.com plow driveways?
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