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Oh, the joys of summer: barbecuing in the backyard, swimming in the pool, relaxing on the beach, and planning snow removal. Yes, that’s right: summer is the time for owners of businesses and commercial properties to develop a snow and ice control plan for the upcoming winter months. Planning ahead ensures they will have the resources they need to continue operating business as usual, even when a snowstorm blows through town.

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Planning for snow removal is a crucial part of commercial property management and maintenance. In the spring and summer, snow is probably the furthest thing from your mind. If you don’t know how to start planning your commercial snow removal, it’s important to think about snow removal since, as the saying goes, the early bird gets the worm. It may be challenging to schedule reliable snow removal in the winter months as companies tend to secure their contracts during the off-season. 

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If you own or manage a small business or office, you know how important it is to keep your sidewalks and parking lot ice-free. Even a tiny patch of ice can cause a customer or visitor to slip and fall, injuring them and leaving your company liable for an expensive lawsuit. However, ice melt products can be harsh to your outdoor and indoor surfaces. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make sure that the damage is minimal.

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When it’s cold outside, proper snow and ice management is essential. Unchecked snow and ice buildup can be a hazard to employees and consumers alike. Failure to mitigate this risk could put your business at liability for any injuries, which is why you should be well-prepared throughout the snow season. Make sure you avoid these common mistakes and follow the best practices for salting parking lots. Or, hire DMC Commercial Snow Management to get the job done for you!

Common Mistakes with Parking Lot Salting

While rock salt and other products can work wonders on an icy parking lot, it’s easy to make a mistake in the process. Committing such mistakes may result in your business reducing the product’s effectiveness, wasting money, and harming local groundwater.

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Snow removal companies are proactive, so you don’t have to be. You already have enough to prepare for at home when the whispers of snow start; leave the snow removal at your commercial property to the professionals. 

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As a business owner, securing your commercial space should be your first priority at all times. New business owners often underestimate just how large of a liability snow and ice can present, especially when the weather dips into the freezing range of temperatures.

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