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Q: Will salt melt ice overnight?

• <div><p>Whether salt melts ice overnight will depend on how low the temperature drops. If temperatures stay around 30 degrees Fahrenheit, you can count on salt melting ice overnight. Otherwise, the lower temperatures get, the less effective the salt is in melting ice, and the more likely you&rsquo;ll wake up with a slippery driveway the next day. </p><p> </p></div>

Q: At what temperature does salt stop melting ice?

• <div><p>When temperatures drop far enough, even rock salt can&rsquo;t melt the ice. The briny solution freezes before it develops, and the salt doesn&rsquo;t work, which happens around <b>10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep in mind that </b>wind chill and other factors impact ice-melting progress. Some ice melters, like magnesium chloride, work at colder temperatures and work better for deep winter freezes.</p></div>

Q: Does sugar melt ice?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>However, sugar doesn&rsquo;t melt ice as well as salt because it doesn&rsquo;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&rsquo;s best to use salt over sugar for faster results.</p></div>

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: How long does removal take?

• <div><p>Removal typically takes 30 minutes to 1 hour per item, depending on accessibility and size.</p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
Jeff Rice did a 100% excellent job. He is a perfectionist. He installed laminate flooring and had to remove caroet and pad. Great work and very pleasant.
JB Home Builders
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Reviewed in May 2025
Joel was excellent to work with. I had a dangerous limb hanging and he was very prompt with removing it. He also worked around my hectic rental schedule which I really appreciated. He left no mess behind, you wouldn't even know he had been there. I will definitely be using him again in the...
J D Chapman Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
This company did a great - removal of large maple tree. Fully insured. Tree was near power lines and Bryan Moore did it like a pro. Highly recommended. Winslow Maine
Pro Tree Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2023
A tree fell on my house, he came quickly removed it cut it up and cleaned all of the debris.He is the best!
Leiter & Sons Excavation
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Reviewed in October 2023
Leo of Arbor Tech did a superb job. He cut the trees down avoiding damage to housing in the immediate area and proceeded to de-limb them. We made an agreement that I would be responsible for removing various limbs and brush for a reduction in costs for the work. We found Leo to be a...
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Reviewed in August 2017
Steve Violette removed old asphalt and discovered they needed to remove close to two feet of clay. Clay was replaced with 2 feet of crushed stone and compacted. Three inches of asphalt was applied and compacted. Due to removal of additional clay and replaced with additional crushed stone the...
Steve Violette and Son Paving Co
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Reviewed in September 2014
Job done, done right. Can't find the exact dates for these events. Two different years. I have them scheduled to remove 4 large roadside trees and 3 trees in a field late fall 2014 or over the winter 2014/2105.
David W. MacDonald Inc. dba Whitney Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2013
I received several estimates on the work and JD Masonry gave me the fairest price as well as some honest suggestions. The crews were all very nice and polite. I had brick steps totally removed and rebuilt with granite treads and stone fronts. I made the landing deeper and wider and they worked...
JD Masonry LLC
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Reviewed in March 2012
1st work area removed 3 layers of asphalt shingles. 2nd work area installed standing seam metal roof.
All Season Home Improvement Co
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Reviewed in April 2011
Tim stated he would start the first week of October. When he didn't show up or call, I gave him another week and called to make sure I was still on the schedule for the work to be completed. He never returned my call. I gave him another two weeks and called, another two weeks and called - no...
Tim's Tree Service Inc
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