{"id":15126,"date":"2023-01-25T22:24:02","date_gmt":"2023-01-25T22:24:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=15126"},"modified":"2025-12-27T19:44:38","modified_gmt":"2025-12-27T19:44:38","slug":"snow-shovel-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/snow-shovel-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does a Snow Shovel Cost in 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The average snow shovel costs about <strong>$60<\/strong>, with most models costing between <strong>$20 and $115<\/strong>. However, standard snow shovels can cost as little as <strong>$10<\/strong>, and wheeled snow pushers can cost as much as <strong>$220<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The price of a snow shovel depends on the type of snow shovel, its material, and other cost factors. We break down each factor so you can have a smart shovel shopping experience.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"ae555ad7-42f4-4f7d-8e64-24ae3e39f604\" data-type=\"interactive\" data-title=\"snow shovel\"><\/div> <p><script>!function(e,i,n,s){var t=\"InfogramEmbeds\",d=e.getElementsByTagName(\"script\")[0];if(window[t]&&window[t].initialized)window[t].process&&window[t].process();else if(!e.getElementById(n)){var o=e.createElement(\"script\");o.async=1,o.id=n,o.src=\"https:\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\",d.parentNode.insertBefore(o,d)}}(document,0,\"infogram-async\");<\/script><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this cost guide we\u2019ll cover:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong><a href=\"#cost\">Average costs<\/a><\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong><a href=\"#estimatorbytype\">Cost by type of snow shovel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong><a href=\"#cost\">Other factors that affect cost<\/a><\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong><a href=\"#services\">Related tools<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong><a href=\"#DIY-Cost\">Pro cost vs. DIY cost<\/a><\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong><a href=\"#location\">Cost by location<\/a><\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/strong><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cost\"><span id=\"average-costs-of-a-snow-shovel-in-2026\">Average costs of a snow shovel in 2026<\/span><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$60<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical price range<\/strong><\/td><td>$20 &#8211; $115<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme low end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme high end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$220<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We researched snow shovels at Home Depot, Amazon, Walmart, and Lowe\u2019s to bring you the full scope of snow shovel prices. If you are looking for a bargain, aluminum and plastic standard shovels are the least expensive.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-81a97796-6b1e-48f3-bd29-b8280675ce66\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/quotes.lawnlove.com\/near-me?location=&amp;service=snow+removal&amp;ref=PricingGuidesLL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 17px; width: 200px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">See Pricing In Your Area<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"estimatorbytype\"><span id=\"cost-by-type-of-snow-shovel\">Cost by type of snow shovel<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cost of a snow shovel varies by snow shovel type and the table below shows the typical price of a snow shovel by type.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Snow shovel type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Typical cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Standard snow shovel<\/td><td>$15 &#8211; $40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Snow pusher<\/td><td>$25 &#8211; $110<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Combo<\/td><td>$35 &#8211; $70<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"standard-snow-shovel\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Standard snow shovel<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With an average cost of about <strong>$25<\/strong>, standard snow shovels are the cheapest. Traditional shovels have a classic flat rectangular blade and are suitable for scooping and tossing snow from tight spaces.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical price range<\/strong><\/td><td>$15 &#8211; $40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme low end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme high end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$45<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pros&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cons&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Affordable<br>\u2713 Can use to shovel other materials<br>\u2713 Scoops and tosses<\/td><td>\u2717 Takes a long time to remove snow<br>\u2717 Doesn\u2019t push snow<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"snow-pusher\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Snow pusher<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Snow pushers are the most expensive, costing an average of <strong>$65<\/strong>. They have narrow curved blades that push snow, allowing you to clear snow much quicker than a standard shovel. Snow pushers are ideal for larger areas, such as a 2-car driveway.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$65<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical price range<\/strong><\/td><td>$25 &#8211; $110<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme low end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme high end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$185<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pros&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cons&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Pushes snow<br>\u2713 Can handle heavy snow<br>\u2713 Quickest type of snow shovel<\/td><td>\u2717 Expensive<br>\u2717 Doesn\u2019t scoop or toss snow<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"combination-snow-shovel\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Combination snow shovel&nbsp;<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The average combination shovel costs about <strong>$50<\/strong>. Combo shovels are the most versatile snow shovels, allowing you to push, scoop, and toss snow. Their blades are longer than on a snow pusher and more curved than a standard shovel.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical price range<\/strong><\/td><td>$35 &#8211; $70<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme low end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme high end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$95<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pros&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cons&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Pushes snow<br>\u2713 Scoops and tosses snow<br>\u2713 Quicker than a standard shovel<\/td><td>\u2717 Not as quick as a snow pusher<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"factors\"><span id=\"other-factors-that-affect-cost\">Other factors that affect cost<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following factors also affect the cost of a snow shovel:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#Brand\">Brand<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#Blade-material\">Blade material<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#Handle-material\">Handle material<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#width\">Blade width<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#features\">Additional features<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Brand\"><span id=\"brand\">Brand<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cost of a snow shovel varies by brand, and the table below shows the typical price range for popular snow shovel brands.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Brand<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Typical cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Alpulon<\/td><td>$60 &#8211; $185<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bully Tools<\/td><td>$40 &#8211; $60<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Emsco<\/td><td>$20 &#8211; $75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Garant<\/td><td>$50 -$90<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Snow Joe<\/td><td>$25 &#8211; $40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suncast<\/td><td>$36 &#8211; $85<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>True Temper<\/td><td>$25 &#8211; $70<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Emsco and Snow Joe have some of the least expensive snow shovels, and Alpulon has some of the most costly.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Blade-material\"><span id=\"blade-material\">Blade material<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A snow shovel&#8217;s blade material impacts its price tag, and the table below shows typical prices by blade material.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Blade material<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Typical cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Aluminum&nbsp;<\/td><td>$20 &#8211; $60<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plastic&nbsp;<\/td><td>$20 &#8211; $85<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Steel<\/td><td>$35 &#8211; $95<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As shown in the table above, steel blades typically cost more than aluminum or plastic blades. Steel blades are better at removing compact snow and ice, but snow slides easily off most plastic blades.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Handle-material\"><span id=\"handle-material\">Handle material<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cost of a snow shovel is influenced by its handle material. Please see pricing by handle material in the table below.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Handle material<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Typical price<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plastic&nbsp;<\/td><td>$25 &#8211; $90<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Aluminum<\/td><td>$30 &#8211; $80<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wood<\/td><td>$30 &#8211; $55<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Steel<\/td><td>$35 &#8211; $120<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fiberglass<\/td><td>$40 &#8211; $125<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When choosing a handle material, please keep in mind:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Fiberglass handles<\/strong> are the most expensive but also the most durable. However, they are heavy, so some people have difficulty lifting them.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Wood handles<\/strong> typically cost much less than fiberglass. They are durable but less durable than fiberglass. They are heavier than metal and plastic handles but lighter than fiberglass.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Aluminum handles<\/strong> are lightweight and affordable but less durable than other materials.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Steel handles<\/strong> are more durable than aluminum but also heavier and more expensive.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Plastic handles<\/strong> are lightweight and vary in quality and price.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"width\"><span id=\"blade-width\">Blade width<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The broader the blade, the more a snow shovel will cost, as shown in the table below.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Blade width<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>14 &#8211; 16 in.<\/td><td>$30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>18 &#8211; 20 in.<\/td><td>$50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>22 &#8211; 24 in.<\/td><td>$70<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2265 26 in.&nbsp;<\/td><td>$80<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wider blades can clear more snow at once but are also heavier.&nbsp; Not everyone can lift a wide load of snow.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"features\"><span id=\"additional-features\">Additional features<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many homeowners find the following features worth a few extra bucks:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Wear strip:<\/strong> A strong steel wear strip protects the blade\u2019s edge from damage and helps cut through ice and compact snow.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Telescoping handle: <\/strong>&nbsp;Some snow shovels have a long handle that folds, taking up less storage space as a result.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Ergonomic design:<\/strong>&nbsp; Shoveling snow takes a lot of physical effort, and an ergonomic design (e.g., a D-grip handle) makes the work less stressful.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Wheels:<\/strong>&nbsp; Some snow pushers have wheels, so pushing takes less effort.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Protective coating:<\/strong>&nbsp; Many shovels have a protective layer that strengthens the shovel and prevents snow from sticking.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-32f5b154-907f-464f-9977-2a2633ca45e4\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/quotes.lawnlove.com\/near-me?location=&amp;service=snow+removal&amp;ref=PricingGuidesLL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 17px; width: 200px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">See Pricing In Your Area<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"services\"><span id=\"related-tools\">Related tools<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may also need the price of these popular ice and snow removal tools:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#Electric-snow-shovels\">Electric snow shovels<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#Snow-blowers\">Snow blowers<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#Leaf-blowers\">Leaf blowers<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#Ice-scraper\">Ice scraper<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#Roof-rake\">Roof rake<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Electric-snow-shovels\"><span id=\"electric-snow-shovels\">Electric snow shovels<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The average price of an electric snow shovel is <strong>$190<\/strong>. Consider an electric shovel if you have a long driveway or live in a climate with frequent light to moderate snow.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$190<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical price range<\/strong><\/td><td>$90 &#8211; $300<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Electric snow shovels take much less effort than manual shovels but are less powerful than snow throwers and blowers. Cordless electric shovels cost more than corded models.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Snow-blowers\"><span id=\"snow-blowers\">Snow blowers<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you live in an area with heavy snowfall or you have a lot of snow to remove, consider getting a snow blower. Most <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/snow-blower-cost\/\">snow blowers cost<\/a> between <strong>$285 and $1,600<\/strong>.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$950<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical price range<\/strong><\/td><td>$285 &#8211; $1,600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme low end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$130<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme high end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$3,700<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-snow-blowers\/\">Snow blowers<\/a> are the most efficient residential snow removal equipment and they come in gas-powered and electric models. <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-battery-snow-blowers\/\">Battery-powered snow blowers<\/a> cost more than corded electric blowers but are also more convenient and powerful.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Leaf-blowers\"><span id=\"leaf-blowers\">Leaf blowers<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have less than an inch of snow, you can remove it with a leaf blower. The average <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/leaf-blower-cost\/\">leaf blower costs<\/a> about <strong>$150<\/strong>.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$150<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical price range<\/strong><\/td><td>$80 &#8211; $200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme low end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme high end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$900<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-gas-leaf-blowers\/\">Gas-powered leaf blowers<\/a> are typically better at snow removal than <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-battery-powered-leaf-blowers\/\">battery-powered leaf blowers<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Ice-scraper\"><span id=\"ice-scraper\">Ice scraper<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A typical ice scraper costs about <strong>$20<\/strong>, but small models can cost as little as <strong>$5<\/strong>, and large scrapers with brushes can cost <strong>$90<\/strong> or more.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical price range<\/strong><\/td><td>$10 &#8211; $35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme low end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme high end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$90<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Roof-rake\"><span id=\"roof-rake\">Roof rake<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roof rakes are used to remove snow from roofs and they typically cost between <strong>$30 and $150<\/strong>.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"DIY-Cost\"><span id=\"pro-cost-vs-diy-cost\">Pro cost vs. DIY cost<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/snow-removal-cost\/\">cost of snow removal<\/a> is usually <strong>$50 to $140<\/strong>, but prices vary depending on the amount of snow, where the snow is located, and the pro&#8217;s hourly rate. Most snow removal contractors charge <strong>$25 to $65<\/strong> per hour.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical price range<\/strong><\/td><td>$50 \u2013 $140<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme low end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme high end cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$1,010<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To save money on services, look for a snow removal company that offers a price break on seasonal contracts.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is professional snow removal worth it? <\/strong>If you are looking at dollars, it is typically cheaper to buy a snow shovel than to hire a pro. However, shoveling snow is hard work, and it can be dangerous. Studies have correlated shoveling snow with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/can-shoveling-snow-put-your-heart-at-risk-2017120612887\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hospitalizations and cardiac arrest<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"location\"><span id=\"cost-of-snow-shovels-by-location\">Cost of snow shovels by location<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you live in an area with frequent snowstorms, expect to pay more than average for a snow shovel. You will need a heavy-duty model with a broad blade.<\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-662360e8-6e2b-46ad-8b57-f761f74bbc94\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/quotes.lawnlove.com\/near-me?location=&amp;service=snow+removal&amp;ref=PricingGuidesLL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 17px; width: 200px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">See Pricing In Your Area<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\"><span id=\"faq-about-snow-shovels\">FAQ about snow shovels<\/span><\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1674372104288\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1. Which shovel is best for snow removal?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">We researched and found the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-snow-shovel\/\">best snow shovels<\/a>, including:<br\/><br\/>\u25cf Best standard shovel: <strong>Bully Tools 92802<\/strong><br\/>\u25cf Best snow pusher: <strong>True Temper 1663600<\/strong><br\/>\u25cf Best combo shovel: <strong>Bully Tools 92814<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1674372115400\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2. What is the average size snow shovel?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Most snow shovels blades are <strong>18 to 24 inches wide<\/strong> and the typical snow shovel handle is <strong>30 to 50 inches long<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1674372121775\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">3. Is it better to shovel snow at night or morning?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It is best to start shoveling in the early morning and continue shoveling throughout the day. You don&#8217;t want to allow a lot of snow to accumulate.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"final-thoughts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Snow shovels are handy for digging your car out or clearing a walkway. However, snow shoveling is arduous labor that comes with significant physical risk. So, your best bet is to <a href=\"https:\/\/quotes.lawnlove.com\/near-me?location=&amp;service=snow+removal&amp;ref=PricingGuidesLL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">call a local pro<\/a> and request snow removal pricing.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Note: LawnLove may get a referral fee for matching you with contractors in your area.<\/em>  <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/red-snow-shovel-stuck-in-snow-6952500\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pexels<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The average snow shovel costs about $60, with most models costing between $20 and $115. However, standard snow shovels can [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":48,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[354],"tags":[355,140],"class_list":["post-15126","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-cost","tag-cost","tag-snow-removal"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":null,"author_info":{"display_name":"Michelle Selzer","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/michelle-selzer\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15126","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/48"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15126"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15126\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":43624,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15126\/revisions\/43624"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15126"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15126"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15126"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}