Most homeowners salt their driveways and walkways after clearing away their snow; it’s much more effective to use salt and de-icing products BEFORE the snow begins to fall. Rock salt and de-icers work by raising the freezing temperature of water to prevent ice. Adding salt before the snow arrives eliminates ice formation, making walking safer and snow removal easier.

Remove snow a little at a time instead of waiting until the storm passes. The more snow that falls, the heavier it gets, and the greater the possibility that the snow will stick to the ground, making it much more difficult to remove later.

If you are expecting more than a foot of snow, create an outline around your driveway and sidewalk with tall stakes. This will make it much easier to know where to start your snow removal efforts, whether shoveling, using a snowblower, or even hiring someone to remove your snow.

It is important to always keep a snow brush and ice scraper in your car to clear snow and ice effectively. Also, a small snow shovel in case of snow buildup, tire chains, or traction aids in case you get stuck.

Ensure you leave room for the snow plows, allowing them to clear roads effectively. Not parking on the street will protect your car from salt and winter abrasives, rocks, and other snow debris that can fly off snow-clearing vehicles.

Snow shoveling is tiring and inconvenient, especially when we get a big snowfall! Hiring a professional snow plowing service will conserve time and help protect yourself and your family from accidental slips and falls