What is the cheapest way to remove snow?

• <div><p>DIY snow removal is entirely free, except for the cost of a shovel. However, it may not always be the best option for large driveways and areas with heavy snowfall; it’s strenuous work and can take a long time. Other wallet-friendly ways to remove snow include rock salt, hot water, a de-icing agent, or a leaf blower. </p></div>

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Q: Does rubbing alcohol get rid of ice?

• <div><p>Rubbing alcohol may also remove ice from your driveway in a pinch. It has a lower freezing point than water, which expedites the unfreezing process. Pour 70 percent isopropyl alcohol into a quart or half-gallon spray bottle and spray it on your driveway. You do not have to dilute it with water.</p></div>

Q: Should I remove icicles from my roof?

• <div><p>In most cases, it&rsquo;s a good idea to leave the icicles on your roof and wait for the warmer weather to melt them away naturally. You should only remove icicles if you believe they&rsquo;re heavy enough to cause damage to your home or anyone who enters it.</p></div>

Q: Do services include emergency snow removal?

• <div><p>Yes, many providers offer emergency services during severe weather. Confirm availability with your contractor.</p></div>

Q: Can I put salt on my roof for ice dams?

• <div><p>It is not advisable to use salt on your roof to prevent or remove ice dams. It&rsquo;s not only mostly ineffective but can also cause serious damage to your roof itself. Salt can rust metal, damage masonry, pit shingles, and cause runoff that&rsquo;s damaging to plants and animals. </p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2025
Satisfied with the whole experience with Chuck. Work was started promptly after initial meeting and agreement. Had the entire flat roof redone with new underlayment; and two smaller tiled roof sections over porch areas were redone with new paper underneath. Had one heavy rainstorm since the...
Chuck Reliable Roofing, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
if I could give more stars I would! He removed 5 trees - 3 were large fir. Only spent 5 1/2 hours and cleaned up everthing. Great service!
Emerald Valley Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in November 2020
I was referred to DaBella as a company that could replace a roof with metal sheet roofing. When I talked to them however, they don't do metal roofs. Since then, I have been besieged with text messages, phone calls and emails from them. Please stop!
DaBella - Phoenix
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Reviewed in April 2017
I called Rainier Window and Gutter Cleaning to get an estimate on roof cleaning. I accurately described the roofing material and square footage. When asked if the moss was light, moderate or heavy. MY estimate of the moss coverage was moderate. I expected somebody to stop by and look at the roof...
Rainier Window & Gutter Cleaning
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Reviewed in October 2014
I'd been missing a feral cat for several days and didn't know until I smelled by a crawlspace vent this morning while watering the garden that he'd apparently made his way under the house to die. I lifted the cover and shined a light in the entry and saw he was about 20 feet inside, too far...
Beach Environmental Pest Control
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Reviewed in June 2014
Drove in with a flat tire, they removed, repaired and put it back on the card in about an hour. very happy with service on a Sunday morning.
BIG O TIRES
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Reviewed in July 2013
Since September 2012 I have had a problem with a contract for a new roof installation from Lowe's. The contract was sold with a false bid for fascia wrap as an incentive to employ Lowe's for the work. When the roof contract was signed, the salesman stalled on signing the fascia wrap...
Lowe's of SW Tucson
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Reviewed in January 2005
THE MEN WERE ON TIME, EVEN WITH A 4 HOUR WINDOW, THEY CALLED TO SAY WHAT TIME THEY WOULD BE THERE & WERE. THEY WERE FAST & EFFICIENT - ESPECIALLY APPRECIATED WHEN YOU PAY BY THE HOUR. THEY EVEN SHOVELED NEW SNOW FROM THE PATH FOR THEMSELVES. IT TOOK THEM ABOUT AN HOUR TO GET WORK DONE THAT...
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Roof Ice and Snow Removal questions, answered by experts

Rubbing alcohol may also remove ice from your driveway in a pinch. It has a lower freezing point than water, which expedites the unfreezing process. Pour 70 percent isopropyl alcohol into a quart or half-gallon spray bottle and spray it on your driveway. You do not have to dilute it with water.

In most cases, it’s a good idea to leave the icicles on your roof and wait for the warmer weather to melt them away naturally. You should only remove icicles if you believe they’re heavy enough to cause damage to your home or anyone who enters it.

Yes, many providers offer emergency services during severe weather. Confirm availability with your contractor.

It is not advisable to use salt on your roof to prevent or remove ice dams. It’s not only mostly ineffective but can also cause serious damage to your roof itself. Salt can rust metal, damage masonry, pit shingles, and cause runoff that’s damaging to plants and animals.

DIY snow removal is entirely free, except for the cost of a shovel. However, it may not always be the best option for large driveways and areas with heavy snowfall; it’s strenuous work and can take a long time. Other wallet-friendly ways to remove snow include rock salt, hot water, a de-icing agent, or a leaf blower.

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