Snow plowing · Arlington, MA
Snow plowing cost in Arlington, MA
In Arlington, driveway plowing costs $55 to $95 per storm for up to 6 inches of snow, or $425 to $750 for the whole 2026-27 season, from the Snow Pass price list.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Driveway, 1 car (per storm) | $55 |
| Driveway, 2 cars | $70 |
| Driveway, 3 cars or 75 ft+ | $95 |
| Front walk, with a plow visit | $20 |
| Front steps | $15 |
| Salt, one application (1 car) | $15 |
| Season contract, 1 car (up to 12 pushes) | $425 |
| Season contract, 2 cars | $550 |
| Season contract, 3 cars | $750 |
Not a repair shop, estimates only. These are Snow Pass's list prices. Storms of 12 inches or more are confirmed before the visit.
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Wikipedia describes a mix of single-family homes, mostly smaller, plus many two-family and three-family triple-deckers. Close lots and shared walks are common in East Arlington, while Heights and hill neighborhoods have more sloped drives.
Parking during storms
During a snow emergency, a parking ban applies for at least 24 hours on all streets and parking lots. Cars that impede snow removal are ticketed and towed. After a ban lifts, cars still may not leave less than a clear 10-foot lane for passing traffic. Fine amounts not stated.
Sidewalks
Town bylaws require residents and businesses to clear snow and ice from sidewalks next to their property after a storm (Title III, Article 1, Sections 24-26). The fine is $25 to $50 per day. The page we read does not give the number of hours, so check the bylaw; news reports say 8 daylight hours for homes.
- Elevation runs from about 4 feet at Alewife Brook to about 377 feet near Park Avenue and Eastern Avenue.
- Spy Pond, the Arlington Reservoir and Mystic Lakes are in or border the town.
- The DPW aims to clear main routes within 6 hours of snow stopping and residential side streets within 8 hours, and cleanup can run 24 hours or more.
Town rules checked Oct 2026. Confirm current rules with Arlington's public works page.
Common questions
How much does driveway plowing cost in Arlington, MA?
Snow Pass charges $55 for a one-car driveway, $70 for two cars and $95 for three, per push of up to 6 inches. Deeper storms cost more. A season contract is $425 to $750.
How long does an Arlington snow emergency parking ban last?
At least 24 hours, on all streets and parking lots. Cars that block plows can be ticketed and towed.
What is the Arlington sidewalk shoveling fine?
The town page says $25 to $50 per day for not clearing sidewalks next to your property, under Title III, Article 1, Sections 24-26.
Can I push driveway snow across the Arlington street?
No. Moving snow into a public way is against the bylaw (Title III, Article 1, Section 33) with fines of $25 per day.
Prices by job
- Driveway plowing, per storm
- Seasonal plowing contract
- Walkway and steps shoveling
- Salt or sand application
- Roof raking
Snow Pass is owned by the same operator as Fair Price.