Snow Removal
We brave the winter so you don't have to!
After I sign up for Technicare's Snow Removal service, what happens first?
You may see Technicare on your property before the first snowfall. We assess your property for pre-existing damage and may place snow marking devices to facilitate locations of curbs, entrances and plow obstacles. The devices give our plow operators a visible path in snowy weather and aid in the prevention of possible property damage.
From what areas will Technicare remove snow and what kind of equipment can you expect to see?
Your snow removal contract will dictate which areas are being serviced on your property. Technicare may remove snow from your drive and parking areas with plow trucks. Walkways, steps, porches, handicap zones and mailbox units may be cleared by hand with shovels. To prevent damage to garage doors from plow blades, Technicare may use a shovel to remove snow adjacent to garage doors. While plowing, Technicare will make every effort not to restrict access to all fire hydrants and mail boxes.
When will Technicare be out to remove the snow?
The average snow contract removal season is from the 1st of December through the 1st of April. This is a weather dictated service and these dates may vary.
Average Snow Fall -When your area receives an average snowfall of two inches or greater, and the snow ceases to fall, Technicare is guaranteed to have your snow removed by the end of the next business day, however, we will make every attempt to remove the snow as soon as possible.
You can expect your driveway to be cleared of all accumulated snow. Pre-existing ice cannot be removed by plow or shovel, de-icing compounds will be put down to melt the ice. You may elect to have snow removed from other surfaces as well, such as sidewalks, walkways and porches. It is very important to move all vehicles off of the main driveway as soon as possible.
Snow Storms/ Heavy Accumulation -When we receive snow storms that produce snow precipitation throughout the day, you can expect that Technicare will be monitoring the situation closely. Once the snow accumulation has decreased or stopped, Technicare is guaranteed to be on your property clearing snow for all contracted areas on or before the next business day.
When will Technicare apply de-icing materials?
Technicare may apply de-icing materials when slippery conditions exist after snowfall or freezing rain. A de-icing compound will be applied to all concrete areas specified in the snow contract. Technicare uses only industry standard de-icing materials that minimize damages to landscape and property structure while melting ice and snow.
For all roadways and drives you can expect a road salt to be applied. For walkways, steps and porches, residents can expect a de-icing product of Calcium Chloride to be applied. Our technicians will spread the de-icing compounds by hand spreader.
What if I don't want a plow to be used on my driveway?
You may choose to have us shovel the snow by hand for any or all surfaces. There could be an additional charge for this service, depending on the size and shape of your driveway. Clients with driveways made from paver stones, bricks, natural stone or any other material must have their driveway shoveled due to the possibility of damage made by the plow blade. Our plow is suspended ? inch above the driveway, however, for certain driveways; this may not be sufficient and will therefore need to be cleared by hand.
How are reports of damages or complaints handled?
Technicare is fully insured for any property damages that are directly caused by our technicians. Technicare will assess the property for all existing site structure damage prior to the start of the snow season. Technicare will take responsibility for the cost of any damages that are incurred due to obvious operator negligence. Technicare will restore the area or object to the same condition prior to the damage.
