Snow Removal

Fast and reliable snow and ice clearing to keep Kansas City properties safe and accessible.

Special Snow Removal Offer

Save $125 — Limited Time Only

Discounts: Sign a plowing contract before the snow season begins and pay $400 (Retail value of service is $525) for snow removal from (Nov. 30th - Feb. 1st). Each contract includes 5 snow removal days per month! Owners of vacation homes may get a better contract plowing rate if they agree their property can be plowed last, after occupied residences.

Snow Removal Cost Guide

It can be tough to predict what snow removal costs will be, especially since you can't predict the amount of snow you'll get. But the prices may not be as high as you might think. There are a few factors that will influence the price of snow removal.

COSTS:

  • Contracting with our company to plow a standard driveway (of average length and with a two-car garage) varies considerably depending on location, but can run about $30-$45 per storm; longer, steep or gravel driveways can be $50-$65 or more depending on the length, slope and condition of the driveway.

  • Also called snow throwers, snow blowers start about $100-$500 for electric snow shovels or snow throwers for light snow removal (generally less than 4 inches deep). For up to 7 inches deep or heavier snow, single-stage gas snow blowers are good for moderately difficult conditions and cost about $350-$800.

  • For tough jobs -- a large area, steep slope, heavy snow -- a two-stage gas snow thrower that can clear a path 28-30 inches wide may cost $1,000-$3,500 or more.

  • Charges for one worker using a shovel, snow blower or a mower with snow blade attachment can run $25-$75 an hour, and the time required will depend entirely on conditions and the size and type of area to be cleared. Clearing sidewalks and walkways is more time-consuming than plowing driveways, and will generally cost more.

What is included:

Electric snow throwers are less powerful than gas models, but easier to store; they're good in areas that don't receive a lot of snow, or for clearing extremely small areas. Single-stage gas snow blowers don't work well on slopes. Two-stage gas throwers first break up the snow then blow it out through a chute in two separate actions, and are generally considered the best buy if you tend to have snow more than 6 inches deep or snow that is heavy, wet or icy, or on a steep slope or rough gravel surface

Equipment used for snow plowing can range from a truck with a plow attachment, a tractor-mounted snow blower or a large front-loader (a tractor with a front blade). Ask which types you'd prefer. Some homes are laid so that the driveway is parallel to the garage door and plowing the driveway can leave a snow bank in front of the garage door. We will view your property before the snow starts to determine what sort of plowing challenges exist.

Additional costs

Driveway Size

The size of your driveway will affect snow removal costs, but usually only in bigger increments. The difference between a one-car driveway or a four-car driveway, for example, probably won't make much of a difference. But if you have an especially long driveway, or a driveway made out of gravel, then the snow removal costs will be higher.

Special Conditions

If your driveway is especially steep or curvy, then your snow removal costs might increase. This will take a plow longer to clear than a standard short, straight driveway so that will be reflected in the price.

Snow Removal Equipment

Different professionals might use different tactics to clear your sidewalk or walkway. A snow blower or thrower will take less time than shoveling, which will keep snow removal costs down. But what they choose to use will depend on the conditions and the size and type of area to be cleared. Be certain that your professional will pick the equipment best suited to complete the job quickly and thoroughly for any situation as they typically need to keep with up with all of their customers throughout a storm.

Removal Frequency

Some companies charge for a certain amount of clearings, and if you surpass that amount then the costs increase for the season. Just make sure to ask in advance how they charge for a full season of snow removal. Some may charge by the season versus per plow. One-time removal may be an option, as well, but tends to cost more.

Preventing Snow Plow Piles

Snow plowing typically leaves a pile of snow at one end of your driveway. Make sure to talk to your snow removal company about how this will be taken care of. You don't want the pile to end up blocking your mailbox or your garage, but it's something that should be agreed upon from the beginning.

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Kurt L

2 months ago

★★★★★
Mike and his guys did a great job! Very good at their craft! Removed a large wood pile and a few trees, including a large hackberry that every bird in the city seemed to frequent, to eat from and then pelt my vehicles parked below! I'm happy, but the local car wash may go out of business. Highly recommend Mike and crew!

Gary Davenport

5 months ago

★★★★★
Michael has done several jobs for me in the past and always does a fantastic job. He just finished taking out a big tree for me that was very challenging. Plumber had a 10 foot trench right next to tree but Michael and crew took it down in record time. Highly recommend!

Adam Harris

4 months ago

★★★★★
Mike’s team always does a professional job every time. This company is a great all around value, these days that is hard to find.

Harry Dorman

5 months ago

★★★★★
Michael and his crew did an excellent job!! They were very mindful of my property, and took steps to make sure grass around, and leading to tree to be cut down was not tore up. 100% recommend!!

Jesse McComas

6 months ago

★★★★★
This is the second time I've used Our Backyard for tree pruning and removal. They came recommended by a neighbor and have done a terrific job both times. Mike and his crew are good communicators, punctual, quick, safe, priced fairly and have made sure I'm satisfied with the project before they leave. I will be calling on them in the future.

Karen Cutliff

5 months ago

★★★★★
Mike’s done my fall leaf clean-up for several years now. He does a great job and is very reasonable. I just text him, he comes out, and he’ll text me when the job is completed. I then Venmo the payment. Never been disappointed in the work.

Bob Howe

6 months ago

★★★★★
I had Our backyard do tree trimming. They showed up on time, completed the job quickly, perfectly, and did excellent cleanup. It was very reasonably priced to boot. Mike and the guys are amazing.

Debby Byrne

8 months ago

★★★★★
Mike and his crew were great. They were accommodating. The entire crew was respectful and professional. They did a great job with set up and clean up. I appreciated everything they did. They were all great!!! I will definitely use them again!

Ronald Campbell

4 years ago

★★★★★
Very professional to deal with. Requested quotes from 6 different places, and Mike was the first to respond. Could have saved time and stopped there, because nobody could touch his price, to remove 2 large trees from our Backyard. Great Team showed up on time, finished ahead of schedule and did more than expected. I highly recommend them for all your Backyard (and Frontyard) needs. Thank You, Mike!!

Robert Wolfram

7 months ago

★★★★★
These guys came very highly recommended and gave me a reasonable bid to do a lot of trimming on 4 large oak trees here in the north Blue Springs area. They showed up on time with top-notch equipment including chipper, dump truck, and a man lift capable of reaching the top of the trees. They were extremely careful, professional, and friendly from start to finish! Michael kept in close communication with me throughout the entire process much the way a barber does while cutting your hair! Also did a GREAT job cleaning up! These guys are the real deal with old school work ethic and customer service. Beware of the fly-by-nighters and the ones who want to do “just enough” to get their money. Had absolutely no “buyers remorse” like I did with a previous company a couple years ago.

Shannon Harrison

5 months ago

★★★★★
I have used Our Backyard for many many years. Mike is honest and fair and always completes the job to my satisfaction. Highly recommend!

Logan H.

2 months ago

★★★★★
Very professional and good pricing. They got me in the schedule a day out and quickly got it done correctly. Cleaned up the area very well.

scott grasher

11 months ago

★★★★★
Hired Mike and his crew to do some tree trimming. They were so professional and did a great cleanup that I ask for a bid for landscaping. He gave me a quote on the spot. We coordinated the scheduling of the job. He and his crew did excellent work. The work that was done literally transformed the appearance of my yard as well as my home. In this day and age of finding a good reliable contractor I was relieved to find one who communicates so well and went above and beyond to do the job. I would highly recommend Mike and his crew.

Tom Brown

7 months ago

★★★★★
Mike's team did a great job of cleaning dead and ugly growth from two large trees on my property. I highly recommend Backyard Lawn and Tree.

Sherrie Giddens

8 months ago

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Michael and his crew have done two jobs for me now and I am so pleased with their expertise, timeliness and fair bids. I will definitely continue using Our Backyard for my tree, brush, gravel and sod/grass needs! Thank you, Michael! Sherrie

Clay Withers

5 months ago

★★★★★
Michael and his crew do amazing and thoughtful work. They accommodate every need and request and use the highest level excellence.

Jane Salisbury

11 months ago

★★★★★
Michael and his crew have done wonderful tree and yard work for me and my family! They are quick, thorough, and their prices are competitive. Really friendly, hardworking guys.

Linda Hanson

a year ago

★★★★★
I recently hired Our Backyard Lawn and Tree to cut down one tree and trim several others on my property. Living on the West Coast, it’s not always easy to coordinate from afar, so being able to trust that the job was done efficiently and professionally was a huge relief. Their communication was excellent throughout the process, and the pricing was extremely reasonable. I highly recommend them for any tree or lawn work—reliable, responsive, and great value!

Kenneth Busse

a year ago

★★★★★
Would recommend Mike to anyone, nice guy and went out of his way to give me a little peace of mind. The tree work he did for me was a little delicate due to wires and other items, he did great. Price seems reasonable.

Amy Vochatzer

a year ago

★★★★★
I would definitely use them again. We had delays because of so much rain and my yard was very muddy, but Mike kept in close contact so we could decide on the best day to get work done. They got everything done quickly, and had very reasonable prices.

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