Have You Made Your Commercial and Municipal Snow Removal Plan?

Now that winter is officially here, the likelihood of snow and ice arriving pose an increased risk to asphalt and concrete surfaces. These wintry mixes left unattended and untreated pose a serious safety hazard. Inaccessibility from improperly removed snow can increase delays in operation and delivery. If sidewalks and parking lots are left untreated pedestrians can be injured by a nasty fall. Vehicles can also get stuck in snowy parking lots or even damage other property by slipping and sliding.

At Team Cam, we understand the threat snow and ice are to both commercial properties as well as cities and towns. Winter weather can result in unexpected liabilities and expenses that no business or entity wants to deal with. Hiring a snow removal professional to handle your ice and snow is one of the most important safety, legal, and financial decisions you’ll make all year.

PLANNING AHEAD FOR STRESS-FREE SNOW

Planning ahead plays a critical part to having a stress-free winter season. Prior to the first snowfall of the season there are many steps that can be taken to reduce winter risks. If you haven’t already made a contract or plan with your contractor, it’s not too late, but the time is now to put that in place before the first winter storm arrives.

Choose the contract that best fits your needs and budget. You want to make sure that while the parking areas get plowed and cleared for vehicles, they also shovel the sidewalks for pedestrians. Allocating your budget properly in case this winter is especially snowy is also important. In particularly harsh winters, you may need large snow piles in your parking lot removed. There are also services available to de-ice pavement after a storm as well as pre-treat pavement before a storm. It’s always best to contract for as many services as you need and for the whole season in order to maximize consistency and budget.

HIRING EXPERT HELP

When you seek out help, be sure to determine a scope of work that outlines your expectations for services and timeline. Be as specific as possible when creating your plan and include your budget with any requirements you may have for outside service providers. You’ll want to find a snow plowing/removal contractor who will be your winter weather partner, not your winter weather headache. By hiring an experienced contractor, you won’t lose time spent on snow shoveling nor will you put yourself at risk for liability to snow-related accidents. Ultimately, using a reputable commercial snow plowing service ensures a safe and happy property or community.

Seeking commercial or municipal snow removal services for Baltimore, Maryland or a surrounding Maryland county? Call Team Cam today at 443-304-2237 or fill out the form below for fast, reliable service and reasonable prices for snow preparedness, snow removal, and more.