Common Sense Snow Removal

Smart advice for businesses:

Keeping driveways and walkways clear
Removing snow and ice from your home is as much a part of winter as cutting the lawn is a part of summer.  Whether you are new to the Snow Belt or are considering doing it yourself for the first time, read this short article for some common sense hints and explanation about the basic equipment to consider.

If you are expecting heavy snows, make sure you have a good idea of what surface you want to clear and how you can find them if they are deeply covered.  Also, think of how you can protect your gardens or landscaped area if you are going to shovel or use a snow blower.  Keeping sensitive areas in mind can help you avoid destroying plants when clearing deep snow.

When snow and freezing rain begin to come down, apply a de-icing agent to commonly used surfaces to help slow the freezing process.

When you have snow accumulation, clear it with a snow shovel or blower.  Waiting for the sun to melt snow is not a good strategy.  If the temperature drops, snow can harden and make your job harder.  Break up any icy patches you can’t shovel with an ice chisel or heavy-duty scraping tool to expose the ice to the air.

 Snow and Ice Removal Tools

De-icers
Sometimes referred to as melting agents, these are chemical compounds of salt and heat-generating products that affect the melting temperature of snow and ice.  By placing de-icers on areas you want to keep safe, you can keep ice from bonding to the surface and reduce falls.  Spread the products fully on driving and walking surfaces prior to snow and ice accumulation for best results.  Check the warning labels that instruct you in handling these potent materials.

Snow Shovels
New models are strong and lightweight so you can move snow easier than ever.  Choose one with an ergonomically correct handle to prevent straining your back.  And remember, snow shoveling can be demanding and working outdoors can be an additional strain.  Make sure your physical condition is right before heading out to tackle it yourself.

Snow Pushers
Good for moving heavy, wet snow, these tools do what they say:  They help you push snow from one end of the driveway to the other.  When operating a pusher you can stand up straight instead of bending over, saving your back for the holiday season.

Snow Throwers
More expensive upfront than purchasing a shovel, but an investment in a reliable snow thrower will give you a quick and fairly easy way to clear snow.  Be sure to distribute the thrown snow evenly and away from any sensitive areas of your lawn or garden.

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Common Sense Snow Removal

Smart advice for businesses:

Keeping driveways and walkways clear
Removing snow and ice from your home is as much a part of winter as cutting the lawn is a part of summer.  Whether you are new to the Snow Belt or are considering doing it yourself for the first time, read this short article for some common sense hints and explanation about the basic equipment to consider.

If you are expecting heavy snows, make sure you have a good idea of what surface you want to clear and how you can find them if they are deeply covered.  Also, think of how you can protect your gardens or landscaped area if you are going to shovel or use a snow blower.  Keeping sensitive areas in mind can help you avoid destroying plants when clearing deep snow.

When snow and freezing rain begin to come down, apply a de-icing agent to commonly used surfaces to help slow the freezing process.

When you have snow accumulation, clear it with a snow shovel or blower.  Waiting for the sun to melt snow is not a good strategy.  If the temperature drops, snow can harden and make your job harder.  Break up any icy patches you can’t shovel with an ice chisel or heavy-duty scraping tool to expose the ice to the air.

 Snow and Ice Removal Tools

De-icers
Sometimes referred to as melting agents, these are chemical compounds of salt and heat-generating products that affect the melting temperature of snow and ice.  By placing de-icers on areas you want to keep safe, you can keep ice from bonding to the surface and reduce falls.  Spread the products fully on driving and walking surfaces prior to snow and ice accumulation for best results.  Check the warning labels that instruct you in handling these potent materials.

Snow Shovels
New models are strong and lightweight so you can move snow easier than ever.  Choose one with an ergonomically correct handle to prevent straining your back.  And remember, snow shoveling can be demanding and working outdoors can be an additional strain.  Make sure your physical condition is right before heading out to tackle it yourself.

Snow Pushers
Good for moving heavy, wet snow, these tools do what they say:  They help you push snow from one end of the driveway to the other.  When operating a pusher you can stand up straight instead of bending over, saving your back for the holiday season.

Snow Throwers
More expensive upfront than purchasing a shovel, but an investment in a reliable snow thrower will give you a quick and fairly easy way to clear snow.  Be sure to distribute the thrown snow evenly and away from any sensitive areas of your lawn or garden.