Snow removal in Boston, MA
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Boston's triple-deckers, brick rowhouses and narrow side streets leave little space to pile snow, and residents often share a sidewalk and steps. The city's three-hour sidewalk window is short, so clearing soon after a storm ends matters. Wet nor'easter snow is heavy to lift, especially on stairs and around curb ramps.
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What winter looks like in Boston
Boston's biggest snows come from nor'easters, which can drop heavy, wet snow along the coast and drier snow inland. The ocean can turn snow to rain near the water while western neighborhoods and suburbs stay white.
Typical snowfall. Boston's official station at Logan Airport averages about 49 inches of snow a season (49.2 inches, 1991-2020 normals). Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 (annual/seasonal).
Around Boston, you can also book for addresses in Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Roxbury, West Roxbury, Brighton, Cambridge and Somerville.
Whether you're in Beacon Hill and South End or across town, a local shoveler can take the job from the app. Offer your price, follow along, and pay after it's cleared. Schedule a shoveler ahead of the storm and the walk can be cleared within the time the city expects.
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Snow removal in Boston: FAQ
The City of Boston says to clear sidewalks and curb ramps within three hours after it stops snowing, or within three hours after sunrise if it snowed overnight.
The city asks for a path at least 42 inches wide so people using wheelchairs or pushing strollers can get through.
Yes. Boston's rule covers both sidewalks and curb ramps.
Through the app, never in cash. A temporary hold is placed when someone accepts, and the charge goes through after you rate the finished job or 12 hours after completion.
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