Snow removal in Ann Arbor, MI
Snow shoveling in Ann Arbor, on demand
Ann Arbor mixes older homes on narrow, tree-lined streets near downtown and campus with student rentals and newer subdivisions farther out. Hills drop toward the Huron River, so steep driveways and front steps ice up fast. Owners or occupants must clear the public sidewalk, bus stop walks and crosswalk ramps next to their property after each snowfall.
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Winter in Ann Arbor: snow, ice and sidewalks
Ann Arbor gets a steady run of clipper systems and Great Lakes storms through the winter, often light to moderate snow that piles up over time. Frequent freeze and thaw cycles turn slush into ice on walks and driveways.
Typical snowfall. Ann Arbor's official station at the University of Michigan averages about 61 inches of snow a season (61.4 inches, 1991-2020 normals). Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 (annual/seasonal).
Shovler works across Washtenaw County, so you can also book for a home or business outside Ann Arbor itself.
Around Ann Arbor, you can also book for addresses in Old West Side, Water Hill, North Campus, Ypsilanti, Saline, Dexter and Pittsfield Township.
Whether you're in Kerrytown and Burns Park 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.
Questions about snow removal in Ann Arbor
The City of Ann Arbor says residential sidewalks must be cleared within 24 hours after a snowfall of more than 1 inch ends, and ice must be treated within 18 hours of forming.
The City of Ann Arbor says snow and ice that builds up on non-residential sidewalks before 6 a.m. must be removed by noon the same day.
Based on NOAA's 1991-2020 normals, the University of Michigan station in Ann Arbor averages about 61 inches of snow a season.
You set the price. Shovler shows a minimum offer for your property and the snow depth, and a higher offer usually gets accepted faster. Your card is only charged after the job is done.
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