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7 Snow and Ice Removal Tips for a Safe Driveway

February 14, 2022 by Nerdy Dad RP 26 Comments

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person stanind with snow shovel 7 Snow and Ice Removal Tips for a Safe Driveway

Winter is a beautiful time of year, but it can also be dangerous. One of the biggest dangers during the winter is slipping on ice. This can happen on your driveway, so it’s important to take precautions to remove snow and ice from your driveway. This blog post will give you seven tips for removing snow and ice from your driveway safely!

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Tip #01: Use a Shovel

The most obvious way to remove snow and ice from your driveway is by using a shovel. This can be a little bit of a workout, but it’s a great way to get some fresh air and exercise while getting the job done.

Make sure you shovel early in the morning before the sun comes out and melts the snow.

Tip #02: Use a Snow Blower

If you don’t want to use a shovel, another option is using a snowblower. Many different snowblowers are available on the market, so it’s essential to do your research before buying one.

You can purchase or rent a snowblower, whichever is more convenient for you. Renting is a great option if you don’t have much space in your garage or shed!

Tip #03: Use Salt to Melt the Ice

Use salt if you want a quick way to remove snow and ice from your driveway.

You can sprinkle some on any icy patches before going out to shovel or snow blow. This will make it easier for you and prevent slipping when walking around outside.

Tip #04: Use Sand

Sand is another excellent way to remove snow and ice from your driveway, but it’s not as fast as using salt. Sprinkle sand on top of any icy patches before going out to shovel or snow blow to enhance your traction while trying to clean up.

Tip #05: Use a Heated Driveway Mat

If you want to keep your driveway free of snow and ice all winter long, consider using a heated driveway mat.

These mats plug into an outlet in your house and heat the surface of your driveway, melting any snow or ice that falls on it. This is a great option if you live in an area that frequently snows during the winter.

Tip #06: Hire a Professional Snow Removal Service

Consider hiring a professional snow removal service if you really want to keep your driveway free of snow and ice.

These services will come out every week or two to remove the snow from your driveway for a fee. This is by far the best option if you have extra money to spend because they will do all of the work for you!

Tip #07: Use a Plow Attachment on Your Truck or SUV

If you have a truck or an SUV with four-wheel drive, consider using it to remove snow and ice from your driveway.

You can attach a plow attachment to the front of your vehicle and use it as if it were any other snow removal equipment. This is an excellent option if you don’t have any other way of removing snow and ice from your driveway. Plus, you could plow your neighbors’ driveways too, and make some extra cash!

Conclusion

The winter season can be a cold, icy experience for many homeowners. It is important to take the proper precautions when it comes to clearing snow and ice from your driveway or walkway so that you don’t put yourself in danger. Stay safe!

Can you share any creative snow removal ideas with us?

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  1. Megan Allen says

    February 15, 2022 at 11:02 am

    I am not a fan of winter or the cold and snow and ice! I despise it all. We really appreciate the tips!

    Reply
    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      March 9, 2022 at 7:30 am

      I don’t mind snow and ice as long as I don’t have to be consistently in it or driving.

      Reply
  2. K says

    February 15, 2022 at 4:24 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing these tips! Going to try some of these, as we just had a big storm with a lot of snow!

    Reply
    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:26 am

      Please stay safe in the snow!

      Reply
  3. Sue E says

    February 19, 2022 at 10:58 pm

    We know about almost all of those tips except – Use a Heated Driveway Mat. We don’t even have one of those. We stock up before the first snow fall. Remember black ice! It’s so dangerous! Please rest and don’t tackle the heavy snow by yourself! The snow isn’t going to run away! My dad’s neighbor found my dad in the snow dead with a shovel laying by him. He was only 54 years old. Safety first!

    Reply
    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      March 21, 2022 at 2:47 pm

      That’s awful! I’m so sorry about your dad.

      Reply
  4. Sarah L says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:40 pm

    I’m glad I live where others do the snow removal for me. And mow the grass.

    Reply
    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      March 21, 2022 at 3:34 pm

      That’s great you don’t have to deal with snow and ice removal!

      Reply
  5. Debbie P says

    February 26, 2022 at 9:47 am

    These are all great tips. You can really hurt yourself or worse very easily sometimes if your not careful.

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    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      March 21, 2022 at 3:36 pm

      Yes! You have to be very careful, especially, on ice. I had a friend break her hip that way just walking into work

      Reply
  6. vickie Belk couturier says

    March 4, 2022 at 6:46 am

    great tips,,i dont shovel snow but my son in law and oldest grandsons do on occasion,so I shall save this for them to read,thank you

    Reply
    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      March 21, 2022 at 3:37 pm

      Glad you got some of the men in your life helping you with shoveling snow

      Reply
  7. Sandy C. says

    March 13, 2022 at 8:56 pm

    I always read about older people who shovel heavy, wet snow and then have heart attacks. Please people, hire some high school or college kid and let them do it. They can use the money and it could save your life!

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    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      March 21, 2022 at 3:45 pm

      Such a good point! The elderly should def hire someone or ask a younger family member for help when shoveling snow

      Reply
  8. Maria Teresa Fernandez Ferreira says

    March 15, 2022 at 10:40 am

    Thanks for the tips, they are very useful

    Reply
  9. heather says

    March 16, 2022 at 1:30 pm

    Thanks for sharing these great tips. I really like the heated driveway mat that is so neat.

    Reply
    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      March 21, 2022 at 3:49 pm

      Yes, the heated driveaway mat is awesome for melting away snow and ice with ease!

      Reply
  10. Beyond Comps says

    March 19, 2022 at 1:11 pm

    Didn’t have much snow this winter, just a sprinkle.

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    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      March 21, 2022 at 3:57 pm

      That’s good – no heavy snow shoveling this year!

      Reply
  11. Tina says

    March 20, 2022 at 10:07 am

    Great tips thanks

    Reply
  12. Beyond Comps says

    April 1, 2022 at 6:01 am

    We’ve had lots of snow today. Will use these tips,

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    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      April 1, 2022 at 7:42 am

      Wow, where do you live? I don’t think we will see snow again in Texas for a long while.

      Reply
  13. Shirley O says

    April 23, 2022 at 5:36 pm

    I do not enjoy dealing with snow in the winter and we get quite a bit of the white stuff. I have never heard of a Heated Driveway Mat, sounds interesting.

    Reply
    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      May 6, 2022 at 7:54 am

      Shoveling snow every day does not sound like fun to me. The heated driveway mats are a game changer (aff link)!

      Reply
  14. Brittany Gilley says

    October 14, 2022 at 5:06 am

    We don’t get a lot of snow here, so I just use a shovel for those rare occasions. But usually everything shuts down anyways so there’s not really a need to shovel.

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    • Nerdy Dad RP says

      February 17, 2023 at 2:47 pm

      I take it you live somewhere warm. Snow and ice don’t affect us too much, either. Our schools recently closed because of ice, though.

      Reply

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