It’s Not Too Early For Snow & Ice Management Plan
The leaves are turning beautiful colors and cooler weather is coming. Now is the perfect time to prepare a snow and ice management plan. In our little corner of New York State, winter storms can sneak up on you as early as October. The last thing you want to do is get caught unprepared. Landwork Contractors is here to help keep your business or home ready for whatever winter throws our way. We want your business or home to be safe and accessible when winter comes blustering in, so we’ve come up with a few ideas to help you get prepared.
Plan Now & You’ll Be Prepared For Winter Weather
With winter right around the corner, planning for snow and ice management needs to be a top priority for both commercial business owners as well as residential property owners. We all know that snow and ice can show up overnight, you’ll need to find a way to manage winter weather. Some questions you might need to consider are:
- What is your plan for snow and ice management for winter?
- Have you budgeted for products and/or services to help control snow and ice on your property?
- Is this a project you want to handle yourself or do you want to hire someone to do it for you?
- Do you have the right tools and materials to keep your business or home running safely during winter storms?
- Choose the Right Products for the Right Job- Many people stockpile ordinary salt rock sold in convenience stores and gas stations thinking it will work for everything. The truth is, rock salt is actually very damaging to certain materials, particularly concrete. An expert, like our ice control management team members, will help you know the difference. We recommend using specific ice-melting materials for the different areas of your home. Use this handy chart to help you know the difference between rock salt and calcium chloride.
- Get the Right Tools for the Job- Controlling ice and snow isn’t something you can do with a broom and an ice scraper, not in Westchester County. You have to have the appropriate tools for the job. Otherwise, you could cause damage to your home, create dangerous areas for your family or employees, and even get hurt yourself. If you’re going to try to master the job make sure you include the following tools:
- Warm Waterproof Gloves
- Warm Yet Breathable Clothing
- Waterproof Jackets
- Sturdy Good Quality Shovels
- Quality Snow Blowers
- Ask Questions of Your Ice Management Crew– If you have decided to hire a professional to handle your ice and snow management, ask questions. Any professional company should be able to answer the following questions:
- What type of ice melting products do you use?
- What is your application process?
- Do you offer emergency services?
- Do you use snow blowers or shovels?
- How much equipment do you have?
- How big is your ice control fleet?
Planning Ahead Provides Safety
Snow and Ice management should be taken very seriously because improper management can lead to dangerous and life-threatening situations. A slip on the ice or damaging snow buildup can put your family, friends, employees, or clients in danger. Keep home safe with proper care and your business running with professional help. To get your commercial snow or ice management plan started today, call us at 914-479-2537 or make an appointment online. Landwork Contractors is here to help, no matter what winter weather comes our way.