If you have a sport utility vehicle and you would like to have it outfitted for a snow plow or brush, give us a call. We will take all the key information and will show you the viable options available for your SUV.
We can make sure to clear the snow from your driveway and sidewalk, but we can’t do the same for your car’s windshield. If you want to plow snow off your windshield like we plow snow from your driveway, keep an extra pair of extreme weather-ready windshield wipers handy for when the winter season starts.
Be sure to check the laws in your city, and never push snow across a road without first checking the local regulations. In many areas, it is illegal to push snow across a road.
The largest 24 hour snowfall landed in Silver Lake Colorado in April 1921, just in time for Easter. An incredible 75.8 inches buried the town and must have taken a long time to melt away before summer.
One early commercial snowplow was devised by Edward Meyers. The prototype was shaped like a wedge, made of wood and designed to attach to cars and light trucks. By 1926, he improved the design, changed to lightweight iron, and launched the Meyer Snow Plow Company.
If you already have plows or brushes and are purchasing new vehicles, check with us to make sure the equipment will fit your new trucks. We can make needed modifications to make the transition less expensive.
Did you know that in some areas of the world, snow can sometimes appear pink? That’s because snow in high alpine areas and the coastal polar regions contains cryophilic freshwater algae, which has a red pigment that tints the snow.
If space is limited, large accumulations of snow cannot simply be moved aside into drifts. In these instances, dump trucks are needed to haul away the snow. The size you need depends on how many cubic feet of snow needs to go.
If possible, you should schedule your commercial snow removal service in the early hours of the morning, before your business is scheduled to open. This will ensure that the entire property is cleared before your patrons arrive.
Snow removal equipment needs to be maintained, just like any other machine. Since they are generally used around corrosive substances like de-icers and salts, regular cleaning is very important. Make sure all electrical connections are free of corrosive substances after each use.
When we work to clear large, open areas, like parking lots, our first order of business is to clear entryways and areas in front of the buildings, and then work outwards from there. This provides immediate access at the closest points for greatest convenience.
Is your neighborhood being plowed? Don’t leave your car on the street. By removing your car from the street, plowing can be done most efficiently, and prevents the car from being plowed in. It also protects the car from being splashed with slush and salt.
To help with determining the right piece of equipment for your truck, we will need to know its make and model, the body style, drive train, and engine size. With this information, we will find the correct equipment for your needs.
Different environments call for different snow equipment. For example, in the Northeast, a rubber edge on the bottom might not be as effective, while other markets might use a rubber edge to avoid damaging driveways. Snow removal experts make sure to use the right equipment for the job.
Straight snow plow blades are a snow removal classic, but V-plows offer some distinct advantages. The V-shaped blade provides the ability to angle and direct snow and many operators report they’re more effective at handling frozen snow, slush and ice.
There are numerous maintenance requirements that will prolong the life of your snow plow. Checking all the nuts and bolts, and fastening when needed, will help keep your equipment stable. Using a lubricant on the bolts will deter rust.
Did you know snow trucks average between 30 and 40 kilometers per hour? They're much faster than smaller snow plows, so most cities have twice as many plows as trucks.
One of the benefits of professional snow removal is that the pros have different size plowing vehicles and equipment for efficient removal and salting. If you are racing to have your premises cleared before opening time, this will be your best bet.
Do your parents still live in their own home? You can provide them with a tremendous service and relieve some of your worries by contracting with a snow removal company to handle the snow clearance needs. It will make their lives much easier.
One of the benefits of professional commercial snow removal is that it can be scheduled to take place in the early hours of the morning before your business opens. This allows the entire property to be properly cleared before customers arrive.
We recommend creating a snow removal list. Simply create a list of the specific areas of your property that you want cleared of snow. Once we have this list, we will be able to give you an accurate quote for our services.
If snow removal isn’t done properly the first time, this can lead to dangerous ice formation in the following days. If you are a business owner with a brick and mortar store, professional snow removal is worth the investment.
Even though you have a great snow blower, sometimes the volume or the weight of the snow can overwhelm it, and it clogs or shuts down in mid-project. Instead of overworking and possible damaging the equipment at these times, call a professional snow removal service.
If you let snow accumulate at your place of business for too long, you increase liability issues at the site. Having snow removed at the earliest possible time reduces the risk, and keeps you open for business.
