At what temperature does salt stop melting ice?

• <div><p>When temperatures drop far enough, even rock salt can’t melt the ice. The briny solution freezes before it develops, and the salt doesn’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>

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Q: What does home winterization involve?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s the reverse of home de-winterization. To winterize, you purge your plumbing system (including your water heater and all piping) of water. Some experts also recommend filling fixtures with an antifreeze solution. Other tasks involve <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-steps-winterize-your-sprinkler-system.htm">winterizing sprinklers</a>, sealing foundation vents, check weatherproofing around doors and windows, and more.</p></div>

Q: Does vinegar melt ice on driveways?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re struggling to find anything else suitable in your cupboards, a vinegar and water ice melt makes for a passable quick fix. Just don&rsquo;t expect it to clear your concrete the way commercial products or rock salt will. Mix equal parts vinegar and warm water and squeegee away the watery slush to prevent more slippery surfaces from forming.</p></div>

Q: Can I use a torch to melt the ice in front of my garage door?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s possible to use a torch to melt ice on your garage door, but we don&rsquo;t recommend it. It&rsquo;s very easy to bring the flame too close to the door, which can melt the weather stripping or even the garage door itself. You&rsquo;ll melt ice quickly with a torch, but the damage you&rsquo;re likely to cause can end up costing you a few hundred dollars to fix, which isn&rsquo;t worth it. Instead, we recommend pouring hot water over the frozen area or using a less intense heat source, like a hair dryer or space heater.</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: Should you remove icicles from your roof?

• <div><p>It can be dangerous to remove icicles from your roof, so the best option is to treat the underlying issue instead, usually by ensuring proper insulation in your home. If you&rsquo;re concerned about immediate damage, you can hire a professional to remove the icicles and the snow accumulation on your home to prevent the issue from recurring. Just make sure you use a long-term solution, too, like addressing insulation problems or installing roof heating coils on your roof.</p></div>

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Last update on November 16, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Brian and Nathaniel did a great job! My yard looks like a yard again. The shrubs were trimmed and stray tree limbs removed. Also, vines were cleared from the fence line.
Brian Horn
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Reviewed in April 2024
I am so pleased. They were professional, timely, as neat as a tree removal could expect to be. One of the easiest transactions in homeowner history ? Their price was more than fair and we will call on them again when the time comes to remove the remaining trees.
Way Better Landscaping
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Reviewed in March 2024
ODell Enterprises did an excellent job! I had three large trees, some smaller trees, very overgrown bushes and some sad looking ones removed. They also ground all the stumps and cleaned everything up. Chris and his crew were very knowledgeable, polite and friendly. I will definitely hire them...
ODell Enterprises
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Reviewed in October 2023
It went very well. Mr. Strickland was very intent on making sure he did exactly what we needed done. I intend to hire him again for tree removal in the spring.
Strickland Tree
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Reviewed in February 2022
From the initial contact to the final signature, I had no issues with these guys whatsoever. They did everything they said they were going to do. And right after having the roof installed, we experienced an ice storm, and a snow storm. NO issues at all with the new roof. I am very satisfied. The...
Consolidated Roofing Systems, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2016
Prompt, but expensive, though not unexpectedly so. He had to cut into an old drain pipe and remove a large clog, but it was done quickly and skillfully, and all repairs were neat.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Northern VA
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Reviewed in May 2015
my husband caught one of the installers (Sam's helper) taking items out of my husbands tool box. we reported theft to LOWES and requested anther installer to complete install. Installer told my husband he was looking for electrical tape. Why would he deed electrical tape to install kitchen...
LOWES
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Reviewed in February 2013
They acted as they knew what to do. Were in business a since the 90's. Explained what they were going to do and how it was to be accomplished. Made us feel comfortable in leaving the car there to be repainted. The first problem was the wrong color and no one noticed it until we mentioned it...
PEACH AUTO PAINTING & CLLSN
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Reviewed in March 2012
The plumbing was a bit of a disappointment. It actually cost me quite a bit of money because I paid the plumber who came out after them out of my own pocket. All American Plumbing said the clog I had could not be cleared out and that I had to go through the roof vent to do it. They did not have...
All American Plumbing
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