During winters in the Washington DC area, Maryland, Virginia and Delaware you are bound to need ice melt products to keep concrete surfaces from being dangerous and slippery. Ice can be frustrating because it requires chemicals to melt or loosen it for removal, yet most of those chemicals can damage the concrete the ice is covering. That’s why it’s best to talk to an ice melt supplier to be sure you know all your options when providing ice management services. For example, certain products are better for concrete and you can also follow some tips to keep the ice melt products from doing excessive damage to your surfaces.
Read More5 Things That Cause Icy Surfaces in Winter
When the winter season comes, you will have to think about ice and snow. It is better if you can understand what winter ice is all about and the factors that result in winter ice. This understanding can help you to deal with winter ice in a better way. Continue to read and we will be sharing all the basics that you need to be aware of winter ice.
Read MoreDifferent Types of Magnesium Chloride Ice Melt Solutions
Magnesium chloride is one of the most effective snow and ice removal solutions available out there for you to consider. You can use this snow and ice removal solution to end up with highly effective results. However, we often see how people who try to purchase magnesium chloride ice melt solutions end up confused about which variation they should try since magnesium chloride ice melt comes in various physical forms like flakes, pellets, and pastilles. In this article, we are going to review them in detail and share the differences with you along with suggestions on when and why you might choose one over another.
Read MoreBest Winter Gloves for Snow Contractors
When choosing your winter work gloves for snow plowing, there are several factors to keep in mind. Most importantly, you want to keep your hands warm and dry which isn’t always possible with basic leather work gloves. Instead we’re giving you a list of features to look for to avoid discomfort and even frostbite.
Read MoreWinter 2022-2023 Forecast Prediction
Winter is coming and it is always interesting to try and see what’s ahead to help prepare for it both physically and even mentally (haha). While no one has a perfect method for predicting the winter 2022-2023 forecast, there are weather services that have the tools to give it a serious attempt. Then, of course, there’s always the Farmer’s Almanac, which can be interesting to read each year. Since you are in the snow business, you probably review many long-range forecasts. So here is a compilation of some of the resources we like to look at as a leading deicer and ice melt supplier in the Washington DC area…
Read MoreStocking Deicers and Ice Melt Products
When preparing for winter, most people don’t think about stocking up on deicers and ice melt products – but if you are reading this, you are likely to be a snow and ice management contractor and you think differently. Snow contractors know that keeping deicers and ice melt products in stock is vital so they don’t run out mid-winter. However, in the sagging economy, we have now it might be tempting to keep your supplies low to keep down costs and gamble on having a mild winter. We all wish we had that crystal ball to know for sure, but since we don’t, here are some insights to help with decisions on stocking deicers and ice melt products this winter.
Read MoreBest Brine Sprayers for Deicers
When it comes to snow and ice management, using brine sprayers for deicers is a popular choice. Brine provides much-needed assistance with ice management. In other words, brine sprayers can deliver amazing results when using different ice melt products available out there. We can often see how people use brine solutions to keep parking lots, highways, and roadways clear of ice. But which brine sprayers for deicers are best for specific jobs? Keep reading to learn more!
Read MoreTips to get the best ice removal products for extreme weather
Which ice melt products are best for the very coldest temperatures? Here in the Mid-Atlantic, we supply ice melt products and bulk rock salt to snow contractors across the country, so we are often asked this question. You might wonder: Why not just stock the ice melts that work in the coldest temps so you are covered even if it’s not that cold outside. The answer is a simple one: because it’s not cost effective or good for the environment to ALWAYS use the harshest stuff. So let’s take a look at different ice melt products and when it’s best to use specific products based on the weather…
Read MoreDetermine how much ice melt you need this winter
Summer is wrapping up and you are probably well into your planning for winter 2022-2023. In addition to getting your contracts secure and equipment tuned up and ready, it’s time to make sure you have a reliable supply of ice melt products. Along with pricing, you are striving to make sure the supply will be in your hands when needed, make sure you can replenish it if necessary and that you’ll get a good response from your supplier if you have questions or issues.
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