Roof snow removal costs $190 to $735 per visit in 2026
Roof snow removal costs $190 to $735 per visit in 2026. Angi puts the average at $350 and says most jobs run $200 to $600. Lawn Love lists $190 to $735 per visit, and Housecall Pro lists $200 to $500. Roof size is the main driver. Angi lists $150 to $250 for a 500 square foot roof and $400 to $700 for 2,000 square feet. Big or steep roofs can cost much more.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Angi | Angi lists roof snow removal at $200 to $600 per visit with a $350 average, roof raking at $100 to $250, steam removal at $400 to $700 and ice dam removal at $400 to $1,000. |
| Lawn Love | Lawn Love says removing snow from roofs typically costs $190 to $735 per visit, up to $3,000 for larger properties with steep slopes. |
| Housecall Pro | Housecall Pro lists roof snow clearing at $200 to $500. |
Roof snow removal prices by method and roof size
| Job | Price per visit | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Roof raking | $100 to $250 | Angi |
| Manual shoveling | $200 to $400 | Angi |
| Steam removal | $400 to $700 | Angi |
| Ice dam removal | $400 to $1,000 | Angi |
| 1,000 square foot roof | $200 to $400 | Angi |
| Roof snow removal, typical | $190 to $735 | Lawn Love |
| Large property with steep slopes | Up to $3,000 | Lawn Love |
| Roof snow clearing | $200 to $500 | Housecall Pro |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Roof size | A bigger roof means more snow and more time. Angi lists $150 to $250 for 500 square feet and $400 to $700 for 2,000 square feet. |
| Removal method | Hand shoveling, raking, steam and heat cables all cost different amounts. Angi lists roof raking at $100 to $250 and steam removal at $400 to $700. |
| Ice dams | Ice at the roof edge takes extra tools and care to remove without harming the roof. Angi lists ice dam removal at $400 to $1,000. |
| Roof slope and height | Steep and tall roofs are harder and less safe to work on. Lawn Love says costs can reach $3,000 for larger properties with steep slopes. |
| Labor rate | Crews bill by the job or hour. Angi lists labor at $50 to $100 an hour and says pros often charge $0.20 to $0.50 per square foot. |
What the price includes
The price normally covers the labor to clear snow off the roof. Angi prices it per visit, so another storm means another bill. Ice dam removal, steam work, de-icing cables and any clean up on the ground often cost extra. Ask if the quote covers hauling the snow away and how the crew protects the roof. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Who charges this and how it is billed
Roof snow removal is done by roofers, snow removal companies, landscapers and handyman crews. Most bill per visit, so each storm brings a new charge. Angi lists $200 to $600 per visit. Some bill by the hour, and Angi lists labor at $50 to $100 an hour. Others price by roof size, such as $0.20 to $0.50 per square foot. Lawn Love notes that snow removal on the ground can also come as a seasonal contract, listed at $300 to $1,000, but roof work is usually a per visit job. Ask for the billing method up front.
When you need this
You need roof snow removal when heavy snow sits on the roof or ice forms at the edges. Warning signs include sagging, new cracks in ceilings, doors that stick, creaking sounds and ice dams that leak water inside. Flat and low slope roofs hold snow longer. If you see these signs, call a crew soon. Do not climb a snowy roof yourself.
How to judge your quote
- Is the price per visit, per hour or per square foot, and how is roof size counted?
- How does the crew protect shingles, gutters and skylights while they work?
- Is the crew insured, and does the quote cover roof damage?
- Does the price include ice dam work and hauling the snow away?
- Compare the total with the range above: $190 to $735 per removal for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Use a roof rake from the ground on a low roof. Angi lists professional roof raking at $100 to $250, so each visit you skip saves that much.
- Book a crew before the storm, not after. Ask if they offer a price by the job, since an after storm rush can push prices up.
- Ask your crew or an engineer how deep snow can get before your roof needs clearing, so you pay for visits only when they matter.
- Get two or three quotes and compare the per visit price and the square foot price. Angi lists $0.20 to $0.50 per square foot as a normal rate.
- Fix the cause of ice dams, such as weak attic insulation or blocked airflow, so you do not pay for removal at $400 to $1,000 each winter.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Angi, Lawn Love and Housecall Pro. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does roof snow removal cost?
Angi lists $200 to $600 per visit with a $350 average. Lawn Love lists $190 to $735. Housecall Pro lists $200 to $500.
How much does it cost to remove an ice dam?
Angi lists ice dam removal at $400 to $1,000. Steam removal costs $400 to $700 on the same page.
How much does roof snow removal cost per square foot?
Angi says pros often charge $0.20 to $0.50 per square foot. Its tables list $200 to $400 for 1,000 square feet and $400 to $700 for 2,000 square feet.
How much do large and steep roofs cost?
Lawn Love says roof snow removal can reach $3,000 for larger properties with steep slopes. Angi says complex jobs can reach $1,000.
Can I rake the roof myself?
Raking from the ground is the lowest cost method. Angi lists pro roof raking at $100 to $250. Never climb onto a snowy or icy roof yourself.