Snow Removal in Ellensburg, WA
Residential and commercial plowing with 24/7 storm dispatch.
Snow is a regular part of the season in Ellensburg, averaging an estimated 21.1" a year between November – March. Our dispatch model is built around that reality: forecast-driven routes, not next-day cleanup.
Services we provide in Ellensburg
Local conditions
Local conditions in Ellensburg shape how we route crews and time dispatch.
Ellensburg sits in the Kittitas Valley just east of the Cascade crest at the I-90/I-82 junction. The surrounding mountains create a cool semi-arid, notably windy rain-shadow climate, producing moderate snowfall (~21in) with frequent freeze-thaw cycles.
We regularly service routes near Interstate 90, Interstate 82, US Route 97.
Local rules & timing
Ellensburg city code (established via Ordinance No. 2771) requires property owners to clear snow and ice from adjacent sidewalks and driveways; pushing snow from a parking area onto the public right-of-way can draw a $250 fine plus removal costs.
Rules can change, so verify current requirements with your municipality.
Residential
Ellensburg homeowners set a trigger depth once at sign-up, and every storm that reaches it gets serviced the same way for the rest of the season. Per-push or seasonal billing is available depending on how you'd rather budget.
Commercial
Commercial snow removal in Ellensburg covers the full property (lot, sidewalks, and entrances), cleared on a schedule built around when the property actually needs to be open.
Neighborhoods & areas we serve
ZIP codes: 98926
Response time
Response within 1 hour during a storm. Response times in Ellensburg are the same for a 2 a.m. storm as a 2 p.m. one; dispatch doesn't wait for daylight.
FAQs
Will plowing damage my driveway or landscaping?
Every property is scouted before the season to mark edges, drainage, and hardscaping, and blades are set to avoid gouging asphalt or concrete.
Do you serve properties near major highways or main roads?
Yes, we regularly service properties near Interstate 90, Interstate 82, US Route 97 and throughout the surrounding area.
Is Ellensburg prone to ice dams or roof snow load issues?
Ellensburg sits in the Kittitas Valley just east of the Cascade crest at the I-90/I-82 junction. The surrounding mountains create a cool semi-arid, notably windy rain-shadow climate, producing moderate snowfall (~21in) with frequent freeze-thaw cycles. Ask about roof snow removal or ice dam service if that's a recurring issue at your property.
Do I need to sign a contract?
No: per-push service is available without a season-long commitment, though a seasonal contract is available if you'd rather lock in a flat rate.
What trigger depth do you plow at?
Most customers set a 2-inch trigger, meaning we plow once 2 inches has accumulated and again as needed through the storm. You can set a different trigger when you sign up.
How quickly will a crew arrive after it starts snowing?
WSDOT posts chain/traction-tire requirements (via signage and its TripCheck traveler-information system) on mountain passes including Snoqualmie, Stevens, White, and Blewett Passes, generally applying to vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVW, though 'all vehicles regardless of tire type' restrictions can be imposed in severe conditions. Studded tires are legal statewide only Nov. 1–Mar. 31. WSDOT stages roughly 500 snowplows and about 1,500 seasonal maintenance workers statewide for winter operations. Routes are planned from the forecast so crews are already moving once your trigger depth is reached.