Snow Plowing in Des Plaines, IL
Des Plaines sits on the Des Plaines River right next to O'Hare International Airport. It's about 18 miles northwest of Chicago. Des Plaines is in Cook County. Its 2024 Census Bureau population estimate was 58,832.
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Your instant snow plowing price in Des Plaines 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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Driveway plowing prices in Des Plaines ESTIMATE
Des Plaines is in the Chicago area, where Angi publishes local price ranges, so we use those. A standard 2-car driveway runs about $80–$130 per push or $415–$625 for a seasonal contract.
| 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. Same basis as our Chicago, IL page.
Per push or seasonal?
Rough math, labeled as an estimate: at 38.4 inches a year and one push per 4 inches (our assumption), a 2-car driveway in Des Plaines needs about 10 pushes, or about $800–$1,300 in total at per-push prices, versus $415–$625 for a season. A seasonal plan pays off at about 5–6 pushes. If your winter is lighter than normal, per push usually wins. If it's heavier, the flat rate usually wins. Seasonal vs. per push, explained.
How much snow Des Plaines gets
The nearest NOAA weather station with 1991–2020 snowfall normals is Chicago O'Hare International Airport, about 5 mi from the center of Des Plaines. Its normal is 38.4 inches a year, close to the 38.4 inches at the Chicago reference station (Chicago Area). On those normals, January is the snowiest month. Last winter (2025–26) that station recorded 34.1 inches. Source: NOAA ACIS (the data behind NWS NOWData). Snowfall can vary a lot over a few miles, so treat this as a guide.
Before you hire a plow in Des Plaines
- Know the trigger depth. Contracts usually say how many inches must fall before a visit. A lower trigger means more visits. How deep is too deep?
- Get the terms in writing. Ask how often they'll come, what's included, how they handle a big storm, and whether they carry liability insurance. Questions to ask.
- Walks and steps are often extra. Many plans quote the driveway only. If you want the front walk shoveled or salted, say so when you send your request.
- Ice is a separate job. Plowing moves snow. It doesn't melt ice. Salt or another deicer is usually priced per application. Driveway ice guide.
Des Plaines snow plowing FAQ
How much does snow plowing cost in Des Plaines?
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; the provider confirms the price.
How much snow does Des Plaines get?
The nearest NOAA weather station with 1991–2020 snowfall normals is Chicago O'Hare International Airport, about 5 mi from the center of Des Plaines. Its normal is 38.4 inches a year, close to the 38.4 inches at the Chicago reference station (Chicago Area). On those normals, January is the snowiest month. Last winter (2025–26) that station recorded 34.1 inches.
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