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Snow Plow Costs and Considerations
- A truck-mounted snow plow can cost $1,299 to over $4,000.
- With so many plow designs available, the best way to choose a snow plow is to first determine what you need.
- If you’re plowing a small property, a manual plow might be all you need.
- Snow blowing services usually charge $25 to $75 per hour. Costs depend partly on average snowfall.
- Areas with less snow may cost less per snowfall.
- SnowBear and BOSS make quality, affordable plows starting around $750, up to $1,500.
- You must consider repairs, maintenance, and gas too.
- The average cost of residential snow removal is $30 to $100 for up to 6 inches and $30 per added 6 inches.
- Snow plowers charge $25 to $75 per hour, with contract prices at $200 to $600 per season.
- Rates for parking lots are $50 to $200 per hour; salting costs $150 to $350 per acre.
- Plowing snow can earn over $50,000 per truck in one winter.
Truck and Plow Specifications
- The best truck for plowing is a short, 4×4 regular cab pickup with good tires.
- You need 45+ horsepower for an 8-foot plow, and 170+ horsepower for a 16-foot plow.
- Blades range from 48 to 96 inches.
- A full plow setup can weigh 500 pounds.
- Commercial plows offer total control with independent wings and LED lights.
- Moldboards are 32 inches high for municipalities and large contractors.