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Q: What can I use to melt ice on my wood deck?

• <div><p>Be careful when choosing a product to help you remove ice from your wood deck. Never use sand, gravel, or salt, since these items can damage and scratch the wood. Instead, look for chemical de-icers that are marked as safe for wood decks or use hot water to melt snow and ice.</p></div>

Q: How do you start a snowblower after sitting?

• <div><p>Before firing up your snowblower, ensure that essential switches are in the correct starting position. Take a moment to double-check the throttle, fuel shut-off, and choke, ensuring they're firmly set to the &quot;on&quot; position. Precision in verifying each switch's alignment is crucial, so don't rush through this critical step.</p></div>

Q: How much does a snow blower cost?

• <div><p>The cost to purchase a snow blower ranges from $100 to $2,300 on average, depending on the make, model, type, and age of the machine. More advanced two-stage and three-stage models, which are often self-propelled and include features like power steering and heated hand grips, can cost between $950 and $1,500 or more. If you only need a snow blower temporarily, you can rent one for an average of $75 per day from a local hardware store or rental facility.</p></div>

Q: Can I use a snow blower on a deck or patio?

• <div><p>Yes, but it works best with lightweight snowblowers, the single-stage models or electric versions. Also, you need to have a rubberized intake edge on the ground and preferably rubberized auger paddles, not a metal version. Otherwise you may chip or damage the surface as you work. When it doubt, let the snow lie.</p><p>You can also use a snow blower on leveled gravel, but only if you carefully adjust the intake height so it doesn&rsquo;t kick up the gravel and turn it into flying missiles.</p></div>

Q: Can I use cat litter or sand to melt the ice in my driveway?

• <div><p>Some commercial services use <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/sand-vs-salt-for-snow.htm">sand when clearing ice</a>, but that&rsquo;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&rsquo;t help melt hardened ice. Rely on salt or other de-icing methods to fully melt away stubborn ice.</p></div>

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Last update on May 08, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
Dan and crew cut down and removed 3 large trees from my property. He was timely, reasonably priced, easy to work with, and cleaned the work area when finished.
Your Tree People
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Reviewed in February 2026
Worst experience I?ve ever had with home construction. If you choose to use Derrick, get absolutely everything in writing and do NOT share your credit card information. My initial payment was made in June 2025, but the job did not begin until September 2025, and the back steps were not...
R&D Lawn Care and Landscape
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Reviewed in December 2024
Would give 0 stars if I could. Would NOT recommend as a general contractor. I hired him for a 300 sq foot addition to my house. He subbed out the work to Robison construction. Robison construction did some demo work to remove some deck and a shed addition on the house where the addition was...
Guth Handyman Service, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Jordan was amazing removed a large tree close to my house and power lines with no issues. He arrived on time, and did an excellent job on the clean up. It was like the tree was never there. Would use again !!!
Rope Access Solutions
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Reviewed in October 2023
Sam stands behind his commitments and does what he says he will do. He was great to work with and we have already recommended him to several people. Can't say enough good things about him. Hire him if you need stumps removed.
Sam Rantz's Stump Grinding
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Reviewed in March 2023
I wanted quotes to remove and stump grind a 45' ash tree . Abel responded within a couple minutes, came to my house that same day, and gave me an offer I couldn't refuse. His crew got the job done in one day, and I'm grateful because it rained for the next day several days.
Discount Tree Care Arborist, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2021
I called for a quote and they came the next day and was ready to take down a tree we needed removed. They did an awesome job. Very professional
Out On A Limb Tree Service - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in November 2019
Excavating Landscape Services ~ If you are looking for a qualified, honest, professional and reasonably-priced excavation contractor in either Greene, Christian, Taney, or Stone counties of Southwest Missouri, your search is finally over. Saddlebrooke, Missouri is an upscale residential...
Carr Excavating and Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2019
I had a relatively small job, yet bid price was fair. Work was performed on time. However, tree was cut while there was snow on the ground so there was some small debris that was left which required a call back. That being said, Allan quickly returned to remedy which is why I recommend this...
OLI Outdoor Services
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Reviewed in January 2018
I signed my contract on August 4, 2017 to have a pedestal sink removed and a vanity installed, remove old shower and install new cultured marble shower and vanity top. On December 29,2017, the project was finally finished...4 months later....which is ridiculous! The workers and subcontractors...
Affordable Home Improvements
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Bright Handyman Service

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Bright’s Handyman Service\n\nSpringdale, Arkansas\n\nHonest work • Fair prices • Faith-based service\n\nServices Offered:\n✔ Cleaning\n✔ Painting\n✔ Lawn Care\n✔ Carpet Cleaning\n✔ Car Detailing\n✔ Power Washing\n✔ General Home Maintenance & Repairs\n✔ Much More\n\nNo job too small — dependable, friendly, and done right the first time.\n\n📞 Call or Text for a Free Estimate\n\n“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart.”\n— Colossians 3:23\n

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"He helped replace some windows and did a very good job at it."

Response time2 days

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In business since 2021

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"He was absolutely wonderful. Very professional polite, went above and beyond in service. I will never use another electrition as long as he is available"

Replaced existing light fixture with new Exhaust

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Response time2 hrs

Response rate88%

Recommended by75%of homeowners

Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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"He is a good guy. We have had him for quite a few years."

Response time10 mins

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Clover's Lawn and Landscaping

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Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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"Very dependable, showed up when He said He would and was very good to work with. I am very happy with the end results. I would highly recommend Clover's Landscape.If I ever have another project I will call Johnny. Gib H"

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Stanley's Home Improvement

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"Schedule to do the work at noon on Saturday. Did call at 11:00 a.m. because they had a tire blowout and let me know he would be a couple hours late. But they did show up when they said they would. Tree was trimmed excellently. Just what I wanted. All of the haul away was done. Yard was cleaned up exactly the way it looked before arrival. Could not be happier. Are planning on having them back to trim another tree."

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Wildlife Lawn and Landscape

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Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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"They did a fabulous job!"

Response time2 days

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Bowmans Gravel Works and Dirt Works

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Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.\n

Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Offers commercial services

McCullah Landscaping is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time4 hrs

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Natural State Lawncare & Landscape & Curbing, LLC

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Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

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"The work was done accorilding to my instructions, very efficiently and at a reasonable cost."

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Snow Removal questions, answered by experts

Be careful when choosing a product to help you remove ice from your wood deck. Never use sand, gravel, or salt, since these items can damage and scratch the wood. Instead, look for chemical de-icers that are marked as safe for wood decks or use hot water to melt snow and ice.

Before firing up your snowblower, ensure that essential switches are in the correct starting position. Take a moment to double-check the throttle, fuel shut-off, and choke, ensuring they're firmly set to the "on" position. Precision in verifying each switch's alignment is crucial, so don't rush through this critical step.

The cost to purchase a snow blower ranges from $100 to $2,300 on average, depending on the make, model, type, and age of the machine. More advanced two-stage and three-stage models, which are often self-propelled and include features like power steering and heated hand grips, can cost between $950 and $1,500 or more. If you only need a snow blower temporarily, you can rent one for an average of $75 per day from a local hardware store or rental facility.

Yes, but it works best with lightweight snowblowers, the single-stage models or electric versions. Also, you need to have a rubberized intake edge on the ground and preferably rubberized auger paddles, not a metal version. Otherwise you may chip or damage the surface as you work. When it doubt, let the snow lie.

You can also use a snow blower on leveled gravel, but only if you carefully adjust the intake height so it doesn’t kick up the gravel and turn it into flying missiles.

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.

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