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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Snow RemovalSnow Removal- For Business

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our landscaping in Menlo Park needed a complete refresh. The team replaced thirsty plants with drought-tolerant options that still provide plenty of color and curb appeal. We're using much less water without sacrificing appearance."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
Saul's Handyman - Unlicensed Contractor
4.9(
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Snow RemovalSnow Removal- For Business

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Saul called right away to inquire what was needed. He sent someone to my home within an hour to assess the project. His worker was prompt, assessed the job, and provided me with a reasonable quote. The work was performed and completed within 2 1/2 hours; same day! Thank you, Saul!"
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Response time30 mins
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Simser's Handy Services-Unlicensed Contractor
4.2(
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Snow RemovalSnow Removal- For Business

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was called to clear an untimely (let alone super nasty) clog and backup in my home's sewer system around 11:30 PM on a Saturday night. It was a stormy night and he was out quickly to take care of the clearing of the (yuk) debris and digging out of a secondary driveway drain that was filled with other debris left by a construction crew doing some work on my driveway. Mike cleared out the drain area and the overflow area too. 5 stars all the way!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Brooks Gardening, Hauling and Painting Service
5.0(
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Snow Removal

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Brooks Gardening, Hauling and Painting Service is your local, reliable, family owned handyman service, serving the Oakland area. We always maintain a standard of quality above the others. No job is too small, we are here to help you find the right solution. Call today. You will never need to find another handyman. \n

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Remodeling A Figueroa
5.0(
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Snow Removal

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mr Figueroa did a great job removing cherry trees and rocks from my front yard. He also leveled the whole entire yard after removal. I recommend his hard work and professionalism if you're looking to have the same job done."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Snow Removal FAQs, answered by experts

Some commercial services use sand when clearing ice, but that’s to add instant traction, not to melt the ice. While you can scatter kitty litter, sand, or similar substances on steps, paths, or porches to improve safety during icy conditions, they won’t help melt hardened ice. Rely on salt or other de-icing methods to fully melt away stubborn ice.

While most people associate defrosting icy roads with salt, you can also use sugar for a similar result. Sugar lowers the freezing point of water, melting ice in a pinch.

However, sugar doesn’t melt ice as well as salt because it doesn’t separate the water molecules as efficiently. So, if you need to quickly melt a stubborn patch of ice on your driveway or walkway, it’s best to use salt over sugar for faster results.

Snow can be too heavy for a snow blower and cause clogs in the chute. However, having the correct type of blower for the snow conditions can reduce the chances of it being too heavy for it to handle. Another trick for preventing clogs is to make multiple passes while it snows rather than waiting for it to finish snowing.

Costs range from $50 to $150 per hour, depending on the property size and service frequency.

If you do end up with frozen gutters, it's important to thaw them correctly. Thawing your gutters slowly is far safer than trying to break apart the ice. Once you get through the ice, bring in a gutter professional to check out the effectiveness of your heated system.

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