Snow plowing in Cleveland, OH: instant price estimate
Cleveland averages about 64 inches of snow a year on roughly 46 snow days, more than Chicago, Detroit or Pittsburgh, thanks to Lake Erie. Its sidewalk rule is a daily 9 a.m. deadline rather than a set number of hours after a storm.
Your instant snow plowing price in Cleveland ESTIMATE
About 16 pushes in a 63.8-inch season ≈ $1,200–$2,000 for the winter. Seasonal contracts here run $400–$600.
Basis: Angi's published national ranges (no city-specific Angi page found)
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What driveway plowing costs in Cleveland ESTIMATE
We found no city-specific published price page for Cleveland, so these are national ranges, labeled as such. Angi's national average is $126 ($51–$203); HomeGuide's is $81 ($44–$128). Local prices may be higher or lower.
| Driveway | Per push | Seasonal contract |
|---|---|---|
| 1-car (single) | $40–$75 | $300–$400 |
| 2-car (standard) | $75–$125 | $400–$600 |
| 3- to 4-car / large | $125–$250 | $600–$1,000 |
Source: Angi's published national ranges (no city-specific Angi page found); ranges as published, fetched 2026-11-03.
Per push or seasonal in Cleveland?
Rough math, labeled as an estimate: in a normal 63.8-inch winter at one push per 4 inches, a 2-car driveway needs about 16 pushes, or $1,200–$2,000 per push in total, versus $400–$600 seasonal. Last winter's 50.9 inches would have meant about 13 pushes. Read the contract: some seasonal plans cap visits (HomeGuide), others are unlimited (Angi). Seasonal contract guide.
Cleveland snowfall: last winter vs. this winter
| Cleveland | |
|---|---|
| Last winter (2025–26), actual | 50.9 in., 12.9 in. below the 1991–2020 normal of 63.8 in. (80% of normal). Station: Cleveland Area (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData, WFO CLE), 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 | 63.8 in. over about 45.8 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 | 0.1 |
| Nov 2025 | 5.8 | 4.5 |
| Dec 2025 | 15.0 | 12.2 |
| Jan 2026 | 24.2 | 18.4 |
| Feb 2026 | 4.5 | 15.1 |
| Mar 2026 | 1.4 | 10.8 |
| Apr 2026 | T | 2.7 |
Source: NOAA Regional Climate Centers ACIS (the data behind NWS NOWData). T = trace.
Cleveland snow rules homeowners should know
- Sidewalk deadline: Owners, occupants or whoever has charge of property must clear the whole sidewalk of snow and ice before 9:00 a.m. each day; an unpaved walk needs a cleared path at least 5 feet wide. Snow or ice that can't be removed must be covered with ashes, sand or similar. Residential fines are up to $5 plus $1 per continuing day; business-use property is $25 per day. Source: Cleveland Codified Ordinances §507.13 and §507.99
- If you don't clear it: The Director of Public Service may remove the snow and charge the owner; unpaid charges can become a lien collected like a special assessment. Source: Cleveland Codified Ordinances §507.13
- When the City plows: The City pre-treats roads, starts plowing once accumulation reaches about 2 inches, and does main and secondary streets before residential streets. Source: City of Cleveland, Snow & Ice Control and Emergencies
Rules summarized from official pages on 2026-11-03; check the linked source before relying on a deadline.
Cleveland snow plowing FAQ
How much does snow plowing cost in Cleveland?
Using Angi's published national ranges (no city-specific Angi page found), a standard 2-car driveway runs about $75–$125 per push or $400–$600 for a seasonal contract. These are estimates from published ranges, not quotes.
How much snow did Cleveland get last winter?
50.9 inches in 2025–26, versus a 1991–2020 normal of 63.8 inches (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData).
When do I have to clear my sidewalk in Cleveland?
Owners, occupants or whoever has charge of property must clear the whole sidewalk of snow and ice before 9:00 a.m. each day; an unpaved walk needs a cleared path at least 5 feet wide. Snow or ice that can't be removed must be covered with ashes, sand or similar. Residential fines are up to $5 plus $1 per continuing day; business-use property is $25 per day.
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