Snow Removal Invoice Template

Free invoice templates for snow removal contractors built for plowing labor, salting materials, and per visit charges. Download and edit in PDF, Word, Excel, Google Docs, or Google Sheets.

Also called: snow removal invoice, snow removal bill, or snow plowing invoice.

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Edit rates, per push, seasonal options.

Free Snow Removal Invoice Template

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Inches, areas, plow or shovel, salt use.

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Totals, event dates, signatures, notes.

How to Invoice for Snow Removal

Use this simple flow after each event so clients see what happened and pay fast.

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In 5 Steps:

Record storm date and time window, snowfall inches, site, crew time, and photos.
Add line items for plowing, walkways, de-icing, loaders, and materials with quantities.
Add fees like minimums, travel, emergency call-out, and tax on materials if required.
For seasonal work, request or record the deposit, then calculate totals and payment terms.
Apply any deposit or prepayment and send the invoice with photos and easy pay links.

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What to Include in a Snow Removal Invoice

These are the must-have fields for clear, compliant invoices and check local rules.

These are the must-have fields for clear, compliant invoices and check local rules.

Business name, address, phone, email
Contractor license # and insurance info (check local rules)
Client name and service address
Invoice number and issue date
Payment terms and due date
Accepted payment methods
Service date/time window and snowfall inches
Contract or work order #
Site map or access notes link
Tax ID and tax on materials (check local rules)

Billing Scenarios for Snow Removal Contractors

How to label charges so every invoice makes sense the moment your clients see it.

Driveway plow (per push); Minimum charge

One plow visit under a per-push plan

Shows the base visit and the plan minimum if the area was small.

Lot plow (per inch); Skid-steer time

Parking lot service priced per inch with loader support

Separates the snow depth rate from equipment time.

Sidewalk shoveling; Steps and landings

Sidewalks and steps cleared as an add-on

Makes the hand work visible so it does not get seen as free.

Salt application; Ice melt bags

De-icing after plowing

State what was covered in plain language and tie it to the signed estimate or contract number.

Emergency call-out; Travel/mobilization

Emergency same-day call during a storm

Flags the premium response and the trip cost.

Seasonal plan installment; Deposit applied

Shows the current charge and the credit used.

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Seasonal services and rates for snow removal

Itemize plowing, salting, per visit charges, equipment time, and seasonal contracts with professional invoice line items.

Charge or Service

Unit

Taxable

When to use

How to show it

Driveway Plowing

Item

After snowfall meets trigger

Qty × per-visit rate. Note snowfall depth, number of passes, and before/after photos for liability.

Parking Lot Plowing

Time

Clearing lanes and stalls

Time × hourly rate. Record lot sections cleared and trigger depth per service agreement.

Sidewalk Clearing

Time

Walks, steps, and entries

Time × hourly rate. Include landings and ramps; clear to safe footing and note icy patches.

De-icing Application

Item

Icy walks or entries

Labor Time × hourly rate + Material Cost × (1 + markup%). Log product used and surface temperature.

Snow Hauling & Disposal

Item

On-site piles too large

Qty loads × unit rate + dump fees pass-through. Document load counts and disposal site.

Loader Pushback/Stacking

Time

Banks encroach on parking

Time × equipment rate. Record machine type and areas pushed back for audit trail.

Roof Raking

Time

Heavy roof snow at eaves

Time × hourly rate. Protect shingles and note areas cleared to reduce load and leakage risk.

Ice Dam Steaming

Time

Active leaks or ice dams

Time × hourly rate. Use low-pressure steam; manage runoff and document start/finish locations.

Emergency Call-Out Fee

Item

After-hours or storm rush

Qty × flat rate. Covers mobilization and priority response outside scheduled windows.

Snow Stakes (supplied)

Item

Taxable

Preseason site marking

Qty × unit cost. Stakes left on site for the season; replace damaged markers as needed.

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Common Snow Removal Invoicing Mistakes

Snow days are busy and messy paperwork slows payment. Use these fixes to prevent disputes.

Mistake

How to fix it

Not logging snowfall inches and time window, which leads to disputes over service levels.

Capture weather notes and timestamps on the job, and attach photos. Use the same format on every invoice.

Combining materials and labor, which hides costs and triggers pushback.

Separate labor and materials on their own lines with clear units. This keeps pricing easy to audit.

Include the service address as a header field and double-check it before sending.

State what was covered in plain language and tie it to the signed estimate or contract number.

Skipping before and after photos, which weakens proof of work.

Attach at least two photos per area served and store them with the invoice record.

Charging tax incorrectly, which risks penalties and angry clients.

Tax materials only when required and never tax exempt items. Confirm the rule for your area and check local rules.

Snow Removal Invoice FAQs

Use our Snow Removal Invoice Template to itemize plow pushes, de-icer, loader hours, hauling, triggers, and after-hours terms for faster pay. Get clear answers.

How should I bill per push vs per season for residential driveways?

List per push as “Driveway plow, 1 visit” with depth noted, or sell a flat seasonal contract with trigger and visit caps. Example: “Plow, 2–4 in, 1 push: $65” or “Seasonal plan, Nov–Mar: $950.”

What counts toward the 2 inch trigger and how do I show return visits?

Measure accumulation at the site, not the forecast. Log each pass. Example: “Event 12/10, 5.5 in total: Push #1 at 2.1 in: $85; Push #2 at 4.8 in: $85.”

How do I price and list de-icer like salt or calcium chloride?

Bill by bag or by pound and include product type. Add application labor if separate. Example: “Salt, 3 bags @ 50 lb: $39; Application: $25.”

What belongs on a commercial lot plowing invoice with sidewalks and docks?

Break out lot plow, sidewalk crew, stairs, and dock clears. Add a time window if the client needs pre-open service. Example: “Lot plow: $180; Sidewalks, 1.5 hr: $120; Stairs: $30; Pre-7 a.m. window: $25.”

Can I charge for loader or skid-steer mobilization and stacking?

Yes. Quote a mobilization fee plus hourly or per hour with a minimum. Example: “Skid-steer mobilization: $85; Stacking, 1.25 hr @ $140/hr: $175.”

What should my after-hours or blizzard rate look like on the invoice?

State the time band and multiplier. Apply it only to service performed in that window. Example: “After-hours 10 p.m.–4 a.m., 1.25x on labor: $48 added.”

How do I handle snow hauling and dump fees when onsite piles are maxed?

Separate hauling from plowing. Include truck count, hours, and disposal fees. Example: “Hauling, 2 dump trucks, 3 hr: $540; Disposal fee: $120.”

How do I price emergency roof raking or ice dam steaming with a minimum?

Use an hourly rate with a two-hour minimum and list safety setup. Rules vary—check local rules. Example: “Roof raking, 2 hr min @ $110/hr: $220; Safety setup: $35.”