Top-rated snow removal pros.

Get matched with top snow removal pros in Ray, MI

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your snow removal project in Ray, MI?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Snow removal pros in Ray

Avatar for Valentine Publications & Repairs
Valentine Publications & Repairs
4.9(
78
)

Serving Ray, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Winter was professional and worked hard to complete the project we wanted. He communicated well with us before, during, and after the service call. Definitely rates highest score for the survey!"
Ceiling Fans - Berkeley
A/C-Burned Electrical Receptacle  - Clinton Township
Ceiling Fans Project
Diagnose Power Outage - GFCI - Southfield
Pushmatic Circuit Breaker - R&R - Farmington

+263

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for GreenTHUMB Lawn and Landscape
GreenTHUMB Lawn and Landscape
4.7(
8
)

Serving Ray, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"GreenTHUMB Lawn & Landscaping went beyond what I expected by removing more than ten, of hundreds of year old tree stumps from trees I had cut down allowing our family to finally enjoy the beautiful space we have. The owner listen to my vision of what I wanted to see and i love my new graded backyard and new fire pit my best friend can now run and play safely on level ground, I no longer have to look at a crumbling concrete porch. I will be contacting Dalton when ready for the next phase of my project. I would recommend GreenTHUMB Lawn Landscaping for your next project I will."
Response time11 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for R & L Fire & Water Restoration
R & L Fire & Water Restoration
5.0(
20
)

Serving Ray, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had RNL remove kitchen cabinets, and install new ones. When the old cabinets were taking out they discovered a leak years ago that was fixed by someone else but not correctly and had created a lot of mold and mildew. Tom and his crew being the professionals that they are, made sure all mold was removed, and everything was done correctly and safely. The part I liked was them explaining how they were taking steps to insure I didn't have this problem again. How reassuring that I can breathe easy knowing the work was done right. I couldn't ask for more from any company then the honesty and quality work that I received. I do wish more companies cared this much about their customers and doing a job right."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for A New Life Landscape and Snow
A New Life Landscape and Snow
4.8(
6
)

Serving Ray, MI and surrounding areas

"This company is amazing!! I have a huge tree in my back yard that has to be 60-70 years old and every year it drops tons of leaves, and lately it has been too much to keep up with. There was not one leaf or branch left behind and my yard looks amazing!! New Life will definitely be getting more business from me and I plan on using them for snow removal!! They are very professional with realistic prices and above and beyond service!! Thank you again!!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 110
Snow Removal questions, answered by experts

Leaving a significant amount of snow on your roof can be risky. Most roofs are designed to handle about 20 pounds per square foot of snow, but exceeding this limit can lead to a roof collapse. A collapse can cause severe damage to your home and belongings and poses a physical danger to anyone inside. Furthermore, heavy snow accumulation increases the risk of ice dams, which can cause leaks and water damage to your roof, attic, and interior walls.

Generally, snow removal from a roof should occur once over six inches of snow accumulates, especially if you notice that ice dams have formed. Without ice dams, you can let the snow accumulation hit 12 inches before removing it. However, the amount of snow that is too much for your roof also depends on the sturdiness of your roof and the compactness of the snow. If your roof needs maintenance or has structural issues, it’s best not to let the snow accumulate too much for fear of collapsing.

When starting the engine, you typically leave the choke on a snowblower in the "choke" or "closed" position. After starting, let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up. Then, gradually open the choke, moving it to the "open" or "run" position, allowing more air into the engine and transitioning to a normal fuel-air mixture. The exact duration varies based on the snowblower model and ambient temperature, but as a general rule, you should open the choke once the engine has stabilized and runs smoothly, typically within a few minutes.

Yes—in fact, it’s an important step in how to start a snow blower. Allowing the engine to idle for a few minutes prior to using a snow blower helps it reach its optimal operating temperature, which gets the fuel running properly, improves its performance, and helps prevent stalling during frigid weather.

Snowblowers come in three different sizes: first-, second-, and third-stage blowers. Each additional stage is larger with higher intakes, more powerful, and has more gear options.

A first-stage blower, also called a snow thrower, is usually best for snow 6 to 8 inches or below. Electric snow blowers are usually only available in this size. If you regularly get snow that’s well above six inches, consider a second-stage snow blower. If snowstorms dump 2 to 3 feet of snow repeatedly during winter, you need a third-stage snow blower to tackle it.

The Ray, MI homeowners’ guide to snow removal services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.