Snow Removal & Brine Pre-Treatment
Snow removal and brine pre-treatment are essential for commercial properties to ensure the safety of employees and customers. Pre-treatment with anti-icing agents can help keep pavements in continuous use regardless of weather conditions. Liquid anti-icers are used ahead of a forecasted snowfall, and granular de-icers are used after the snow is on the ground. Crystals in the liquid anti-icer get into the pores of the pavement and sink down far enough to prevent snow-packing. Some crystals remain on the surface and after the water evaporates they help prevent the formation of black ice. Salt brine made with rock salt (sodium chloride) is the oldest anti-icing method, but it is one that can do the most damage to your sidewalks, parking lot, landscaping, and any concrete or steel with which it comes in contact. There are other anti-icing options available nowadays that you should consider for greater pavement longevity, including calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, and calcium-magnesium acetate
We offer a complete line of dependable snow and ice management services. We know not every company or homeowner’s association budget and concerns are the same. That’s why we offer flexible options for solving your snow and ice problems. From one-time visits to recurring winter maintenance contracts, we are sure to find the option that best matches your particular snow and ice needs.
Pretreatment with anti-icing agents can also help reduce airborne salt particles, increase efficiency in snow and ice removal resulting in less deicer and manpower ². Calcium chloride gives you melting power when temperatures drop to as low as -25ºF (-31.6ºC) and rapidly melts snow on contact. It is much more effective than sodium chloride/rock salt and will most likely be your most cost-effective option when performance, cost, and negative impacts on pavement and the environment are taken into account. Magnesium chloride is preferable to use when there is a danger of salts washing into nearby landscaping, poisoning plants, and incurring extra expense to replace them come spring. However, be aware: Magnesium chloride can become slippery if put down too heavily. Calcium-magnesium acetate is not as powerful as other anti-icers but is adequate in most situations and avoids corroding steel structures the way rock salt and other options can.
Besides snow and ice pretreatment, removal, and de-icing, it may be worthwhile to install heated parking spaces, driveways, and walkways in targeted areas. This will most likely require tearing up existing pavements but will add convenience and safety in zones where it is most critical. An alternative to under-pavement radiant heating is electrically heated outdoor mats. Effective on driveways and in parking lots, these slip-resistant rubber mats are also designed to melt snow and ice in areas of heavy foot traffic such as entryways and outdoor stairways.
Plowing
Snow plowing is an essential service for homeowners and businesses in areas that experience heavy snowfall. Here are some benefits of snow plowing on your property:
- **Safety**: Snow plowing helps to keep your property safe by removing snow and ice from driveways, sidewalks, and parking lots. This reduces the risk of accidents and injuries caused by slipping and falling on ice.
- **Convenience**: Snow plowing saves you time and effort by removing snow from your property quickly and efficiently. This means you don’t have to spend hours shoveling snow or waiting for it to melt.
- **Prevents Damage**: Snow and ice can cause damage to your property if left unattended. Snow plowing helps to prevent damage to your driveway, sidewalks, and other outdoor surfaces.
- **Accessibility**: Snow plowing ensures that your property is accessible during the winter months. This is especially important for businesses that need to remain open during the winter.
- **Cost-effective**: Snow plowing is a cost-effective way to remove snow from your property. It’s much cheaper than repairing damage caused by snow and ice.
- **Peace of mind**: Snow plowing gives you peace of mind knowing that your property is safe and accessible during the winter months.
If you live in an area that experiences heavy snowfall, it’s important to hire a professional snow plowing service to keep your property safe and accessible. According to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety, there’s one very important reason why you should get professional snow removal: because it’s probably legally required by your homeowner’s insurance company. Kings of Pressure Inc., a professional power washing company, lists some benefits of working with a professional snow removal company such as saving time, helping with landscape maintenance, and giving peace of mind.