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Snow Removal in Anchorage, AK

Compare 6 local snow removal pros. Typical service: $48–$121.

Top Snow Removal Companies in Anchorage

  1. 1.Caleb’s Services

    5.0★ (121 reviews)

    5.0★ from 121 reviews

    +19073506855Website

  2. 2.Glaciers Edge Maintenance

    4.9★ (116 reviews)

    4.9★ from 116 reviews

    +19072234666Website

  3. 3.Lawns & Lots

    5.0★ (48 reviews)

    5.0★ from 48 reviews

    +19079520321Website

  4. 4.AK Mow & Snow

    4.6★ (9 reviews)

    4.6★ from 9 reviews

    +19074401563Website

  5. 5.Cowboy Plowing

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +19072722600

  6. 6.Snow Removal Anchorage

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +19076770962

Snow Removal Cost in Anchorage

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Anchorage
Driveway plowing, per visit$48–$121/visit
Seasonal driveway contract$424–$788/season

Snow Removal prices in Anchorage run about 21% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Anchorage, rated 4.9★ on average across 297 customer reviews.

Anchorage Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Anchorage's weather means for scheduling snow removal.

Last spring frost
May 19
First fall frost
September 13
Annual precipitation
16.5"
Heating degree days
10,554
Cooling degree days
4
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan7°21°0.82"
Feb11.1°28.1°0.72"
Mar16.8°37°0.6"
Apr26.8°48.6°0.46"
May36.1°60°0.76"
Jun43.8°66.7°1.16"
Jul48.6°68.7°2.2"
Aug46.3°66°2.7"
Sep38°57.3°2.21"
Oct25.5°41°1.95"
Nov12°25.4°1.47"
Dec8.8°23.5°1.45"

NOAA station data 9.92 miles from Anchorage.

Permits & Regulations in AK

  • Handyman work in Alaska requires CBPL handyman contractor registration, limited to projects of $10,000 or less including labor and materials
  • Registration requires a $5,000 bond and general liability insurance, with no exam
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Alaska handyman contractor registration (projects up to $10,000)

Sources: www.commerce.alaska.gov, www.commerce.alaska.gov

Snow Removal FAQs for Anchorage

How much does snow removal cost in Anchorage?

Residential driveway snow removal in Anchorage typically runs $48-$121 per visit, depending on driveway size and snowfall.

How many snow removal companies serve Anchorage?

We track 6 snow removal companies serving Anchorage.

Is snow removal in Anchorage more expensive than average?

Outdoor service labor in Anchorage runs about +21.2% versus the national average.

Is a seasonal snow removal contract worth it in Anchorage?

Usually if Anchorage gets ten or more plowable snowfalls a winter; with about 10,554 heating degree days and lows near 7F, compare the season price to roughly ten visits at $48-$121.

Do snow removal companies in AK need a license?

In AK, Handyman work in Alaska requires CBPL handyman contractor registration, limited to projects of $10,000 or less including labor and materials. Ask a Anchorage plow service for proof of liability insurance in case of damage to the driveway or lawn edges.

When should I sign up for snow removal in Anchorage?

In early fall; Anchorage plow routes fill before the first snowfall, and late sign-ups often pay per-visit rates.

Does snow removal include walkways in Anchorage?

Not always; many Anchorage contracts cover the driveway only, with walks, steps and salting priced as add-ons.

How many quotes should I get for snow removal in Anchorage?

Two or three; with 6 companies serving Anchorage, compare the trigger depth (often 2 inches) and how fast they arrive after a storm.