What is the cheapest way to remove snow?

• <div><p>DIY snow removal is entirely free, except for the cost of a shovel. However, it may not always be the best option for large driveways and areas with heavy snowfall; it’s strenuous work and can take a long time. Other wallet-friendly ways to remove snow include rock salt, hot water, a de-icing agent, or a leaf blower. </p></div>

How long do you leave a choke on a snowblower?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: How much does hiring a pro to melt ice cost?

• <div><p>Snow removal services cost between <b>$50 and $200</b>, depending on the type and size of the job. Ice-melting services are often offered alongside snow removal and other winter maintenance scheduling. You can contact a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/snow-removal/">local snow removal service</a> to ask about rates in your area, and if they offer residential removal services.</p></div>

Q: What is the best way to remove snow from your roof?

• <div><p>There are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tips-removing-snow-and-ice-your-roof.htm">ways to remove snow from your roof</a>: using a snow rake, salting the roof with calcium chloride, using a rope (cautiously), and using heating cables. It&rsquo;s important to mention that pretty, fluffy, sparkling snow weighs a great deal, and when physically removing snow from a roof, you should be aware of large snow slabs breaking off. These can weigh hundreds of pounds and are a real danger, so be extremely careful anytime you&rsquo;re doing this type of work. </p></div>

Q: Is there a minimum amount of snow required to use a snowblower?

• <div><p>There is no hard and fast rule about using a snowblower on a specific amount of inches, but most snow removal experts suggest using one on 2 or more inches of snow for best results. This will also depend on what type of surface you&rsquo;re working on and whether the snow is dry or wet. </p></div>

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Excellent work..all day taking down large tree with stump removal. Very professional and skilled and very neat.
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Reviewed in February 2024
Rocky's Garage Door provides top notch service for your garage door repair or replacement needs. He was super responsive, very professional, and accommodating to include fitting my schedule for install. I got a great price on full removal and replacement of two 9x7 doors with openers that...
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Reviewed in July 2022
Mohawk Valley Roofing is the best . Eli and Simon were great to work with. I would highly recommend them for your roof needs. They were on time and quick and did a great job in replacing some roof that that needed it. No mess left behind. No leaks and the foam will help with heating and cooling...
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Reviewed in April 2020
John arrived 10minutes early, (all by himself) removed both riser covers, pumped tank completely empty, replaced both covers. He did mention it would be less than his quote: because it was only 1250 gallons not the 1500 which I had told him!! I have never had better service.
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Reviewed in December 2013
This was a bit of an emergency repair as part of the garage roof was damaged and leaking. Mosher roofing performed repairs quickly and came back to reseal flat roofs for us. We plan to have them return to reroof remainder of the house next spring. Excellent service, very professional.
MOSHER ROOFING SVC
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Reviewed in July 2012
The representative showed up on time to give us an assessment and a verbal quote. He was professional and seemed very knowledgeable about roofing .Some time went by while we waited for estimates from other roofers. We then decided on Roscoe and requested a written estimate several times, but he...
Roscoe's Roofing & Construction
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Reviewed in June 2012
The online experience of ordering the washer and dryer was perfect but Home Depot's delivery was not that good. They told me they didn't have room to take the old appliances even though it was in the contract. They took the washer but we had to remove the dryer ourselves. When Home Depot...
The Home Depot
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Reviewed in January 2012
Necessary roofing repairs were noticed after our Earthquake, Hurricane Irene....followed by a Tropical Storm. We also had chronic rotting wood around the garage doors and other areas on the roof, plus obvious leaky skylights. The gutters were 18yrs old and in obvious need for replacement. ...
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