What is the difference between rock salt and ice melt?

• <div><p>Both rock salt and ice melt are naturally occurring salts. Rock salt is sodium chloride, which is the same as table salt. Ice melt products can be made from a combination of salts like magnesium chloride and calcium chloride or can be those salts alone.</p><p>Rock salt comes in large crystals, so it helps provide traction on icy surfaces, whereas ice melt products need to be mixed with sand to provide traction. Ice melt products work at lower temperatures than rock salt, so they might be a better choice if you have a harsh winter climate.</p></div>

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Q: Does insurance cover roof damage from snow?

• <div><p>Yes, some <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-get-know-your-homeowners-insurance.htm">homeowners insurance policies</a> cover roof damage caused by snow. However, these full or partial payouts can vary depending on the age of your roof and other related factors, like the overall condition it was in before the snowfall. It&rsquo;s best to check with your specific homeowners insurance policy to determine snow damage coverage and exclusions. </p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to pay for snow removal?

• <div><p>In most cases, it&rsquo;s worth it to pay for professional snow removal. You can shovel the snow yourself, but it&rsquo;s very labor-intensive and puts you at risk of injury or illness by performing exhausting manual labor in slippery conditions. Paying a professional removes that risk and saves you time and energy. Depending on your agreement, you could wake up to a cleared driveway and a car that&rsquo;s ready to drive rather than have to get up early to do the work yourself.</p></div>

Q: Can I use hot water to melt my driveway?

• <div><p>You can use hot water to melt ice from your driveway, but there are some serious caveats. Very hot water can quickly melt ice and remove it, which is helpful if you&rsquo;re very short on time and need a solution ASAP. However, it will only work across a small area, after which there&rsquo;s a chance the water will freeze again. The sudden clash of temperatures is dangerous for fragile materials, notably windows and other glass, so you&rsquo;ll want to keep the water away from your car.</p></div>

Q: Are snow blowers worth the cost?

• <div><p>If you live in a cold climate with frequent heavy snowfall, investing in a snow blower may be worth the cost. Another thing to consider when factoring in cost is if you have physical limitations that make shoveling snow difficult or even dangerous. So, you may want to start shopping around for a snow blower if you have either or both of these scenarios. </p></div>

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Last update on November 01, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
My son flushed a ball down the toilet and clogged it. Will fixed it in a matter of minutes and he did work for my parents too. He also does junk removal and snow removal as well! Super friendly guy who can get the job done and does Great with great prices!
K & W Junk Removal
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Reviewed in November 2014
They went above and beyond. It is not often a company gives great service. Every phone call was actually answered. Scheduling was easy to do. They called me to see if they could come out early on the day of a huge snow storm. My neighbor's tree was blocking the road to our home so they actually...
Junk King Cincinnati
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Reviewed in February 2014
They are very good. Our neighbor down the street started using him. I guess he knows the family, and then, he told us about them or him. His name is Pat. He also helped me that very day that I called. He came that evening at 7 o’clock when we had the ice storm. We have a very large driveway, and...
Tierney's Cleaning & Lawncare
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Reviewed in June 2012
They do basically a little bit of everything and not just decks or snow removal. They took out the shower, took out the tub and put the wall down. They put all new shower doors and new shower, new tub and the whole thing. They didn’t do the tile work; it was done by some other company. They were...
OLYMPIC CONTRACTING INC
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Reviewed in March 2012
I contacted Luckhardt regarding snow removal this past winter. They promptly returned my phonecall, came out and estimated my snow removal cost. I contracted with them for this past years snow removal. Even though we had a very mild winter i was very impressed with their responsiveness. They...
Luckhardt Lawn Svc
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Reviewed in April 2011
They were hired to clean dog waste from my yard at the end of 2010. During the winter months they often didn't show up which is understandable for those days that there was falling snow or heavy rain but there were several instances where there was old snow on the ground that they could have...
THE DOG JANITOR
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Reviewed in February 2010
On the way home from work I saw a sign for snow removal and called the number. Within 30 minutes Trey called and scheduled a time to remove my snow. He was so good and the price was right so I called him back after the second snow storm.
Quality Mowing
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Reviewed in January 2009
After a two day snow and ice storm, I was unable to get the car out of the driveway. I called Steve Perry and within four hours he was at my door and ready for the job. He was a very nice guy with a reasonable price. I will call him the next there is a snow storm.
Quest Construction
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Reviewed in March 2004
THEY COULD NOT DELIVER PROPANE BECAUSE OF SNOW & ICE ON PROPERTY. WE CALLED TO ASK WHY THEY HADN'T DELIVERED THE PROPANE. THEY SAID BECAUSE OF THE SNOW AND ICE. WE BOUGHT 500 GAL. UNDERGROUND TANK FROM THEM IN 2002. THE GAUGE ON THE TANK HAD CONDENSATION INSIDE THAT WAS FROZEN AND YOU...
MIDWEST BOTTLE GAS
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O.I. Landscape

O.I. Landscape

Customers say: Super punctual

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6 years of experience

O.I. Landscape is a full-service landscaping business providing great outdoor services to residential and commercial clients throughout Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. Founded in 2020, O.I. Landscape has become a premier landscaping business known for exceptional customer service, expertise, and quality workmanship. Our team of skilled landscaping professionals has experience installing and maintaining all aspects of outdoor spaces including lawn care, hardscaping, seasonal cleanup, Garden/Flower Bed, and everything in between. We utilize environmentally responsible practices and tailor our services to enhance each unique property's natural beauty and function. Our team is there with clients through every project phase to ensure the client is delighted with our services. No Project is too big or too small for our team here at O.I. Landscape! Schedule your Free Estimate now and let's get your property looking brand new and beautiful!!

"They uprooted a few bushes for me, and they did a great job. I've seen this company has multiple few bad reviews, and I don't understand why. They did great, the price was reasonable, they showed up on time, and they had great communication. I think the bad reviews were more of the clients who weren't professional. Overall, they did great, and I'll see them in the spring."

Yahnda J on October 2025

"They uprooted a few bushes for me, and they did a great job. I've seen this company has multiple few bad reviews, and I don't understand why. They did great, the price was reasonable, they showed up on time, and they had great communication. I think the bad reviews were more of the clients who weren't professional. Overall, they did great, and I'll see them in the spring."

Yahnda J on October 2025

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O.I. Landscape

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Groundworks Lawn & Landscaping LLC

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Elevated Property and Commercial Services

Pinks Handymen And Son's

Pinks Handymen And Son's

Urban Care LLC

Urban Care LLC

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A to Z landscaping

Rouse Lawncare LLC

Rouse Lawncare LLC

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