Apple Valley averages over 50 inches of snow per winter, and when it comes down, you need someone reliable to clear your driveway, walkways, and steps before you need to leave for work. The Lawn Master provides residential snow removal in Apple Valley, MN with seasonal contracts that keep you cleared out all winter — no calling around after every storm.
We've been maintaining properties in the south metro year-round, and snow removal is a natural extension of that relationship. Many of our mowing and landscaping customers carry over into winter service, which means we already know your property — where the driveway edges are under the snow, where to stack snow so it doesn't damage beds in spring, and how to navigate your specific layout.
What's Included
- Driveway plowing — We plow after every qualifying snowfall (typically 2 inches or more). Our trucks and plows are sized for residential driveways — we're not running heavy commercial equipment over your surfaces.
- Sidewalk and walkway shoveling — Front walk, steps, and any paths you need cleared. Done by hand or with snowblowers for a thorough, clean result.
- Ice control / salting — We apply salt or ice melt to driveways, walkways, and steps after clearing to prevent refreeze. Especially important during Minnesota's freeze-thaw cycles in late winter.
- Mailbox and garage apron clearing — We make sure you can get to your mailbox and that the city plow berm at the end of your driveway gets cleared.
How It Works
We offer seasonal contracts that run from November through April. Here's what that means:
- Automatic service — You don't need to call us. When it snows, we come. We monitor weather forecasts and start dispatching crews during or immediately after storms.
- Trigger depth — Service activates at 2 inches of accumulation. If we get an inch that melts by afternoon, we don't come and you don't get charged.
- Timing — For most residential customers, we target clearing before 7 AM so your driveway is done before you leave for work. Heavy storms may require multiple passes throughout the day.
- Fixed monthly pricing — You pay a flat monthly rate from November through April, regardless of how many times it snows. No surprises on heavy snow months.
Why a Seasonal Contract Makes Sense
Per-push pricing sounds simpler, but it's unpredictable. A heavy January with five storms can blow your budget. With our seasonal rate, you know exactly what you're paying every month, and you never have to worry about whether you're "on the list" — you're automatically covered all winter.
We also offer per-push pricing for customers who prefer it, but availability isn't guaranteed during major storms since seasonal contract customers get priority.
Service Area
We provide snow removal throughout Apple Valley and the surrounding south metro including Rosemount, Lakeville, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Inver Grove Heights, Savage, Prior Lake, Mendota Heights, Hastings, and Cottage Grove.
Common Questions About Snow Removal
How much does residential snow removal cost in Apple Valley?
Seasonal contracts for a standard residential driveway and walkways typically run $400 to $800 for the full November–April season, depending on driveway size and length. Per-push pricing is $35 to $75 per visit. We provide free estimates.
When should I sign up for winter service?
Book by October to guarantee your spot. We limit the number of seasonal contracts we take on to ensure we can actually clear everyone in a timely manner during heavy storms. Once we're full, we close signups until the following year.
Will plowing damage my driveway?
We use rubber-edged plow blades and experienced operators who know residential driveways. We take care to avoid scraping or damaging surfaces. That said, we always recommend marking the edges of your driveway with reflective stakes before the first snow — it helps us see exactly where the edges are when everything is covered.