Snow Removal for a 100-Foot Sidewalk
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A 100-foot sidewalk (4 ft wide) with 4 inches of snow means about 133 cubic feet of snow and 2 lbs of de-icer.
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A 100-foot sidewalk at 4 feet wide gives you 400 square feet to clear. With 4 inches of snow, that is about half a ton of snow. Municipal codes in most areas require sidewalks to be cleared within 24 hours of snowfall — fines range from $25 to $200.
Time Estimates
| Method | Time (4" snow) | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Snow shovel | 30–45 min | Free (labor only) |
| Electric snow blower | 10–15 min | $150–$300 (one-time) |
| De-icer only (light snow) | 5 min | $3–$5 per application |
Pro Tips
- Push, don't lift. For sidewalks, push snow to one side with a straight-blade pusher shovel. Lifting and throwing is 3× slower and causes back injuries.
- Use a poly-blade shovel on concrete sidewalks. Metal-edge shovels gouge concrete and catch on expansion joints. Plastic/poly blades glide smoothly.
- Salt the expansion joints. These cracks refreeze first and create tripping hazards. After clearing, sprinkle de-icer along all joints and seams.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long to shovel a 100-foot sidewalk?
With 4 inches of snow, manual shoveling takes 30–45 minutes. An electric snow blower cuts this to 10–15 minutes. Pre-treating with de-icer before the storm can reduce shoveling time by half.
Am I legally required to shovel my sidewalk?
In most US cities with sidewalks, yes. Ordinances typically require clearing within 24 hours of snowfall. Fines range from $25 to $200, and you may be liable for slip-and-fall injuries if the sidewalk is not maintained.