How Often Should a Parking Lot Be Plowed During a Storm?

By SnowOmaha.com

Winter storms in Omaha can drop several inches of snow in just a few hours. If you own or manage a commercial property, one of the most common questions is, “How often should my parking lot be plowed during a storm?” The answer depends on the amount of snowfall, the type of business, and how busy your property is.

Here are a few helpful guidelines from SnowOmaha.com.

  1. Don’t Wait Until the Storm Ends
    Many people think it’s best to wait until a storm is over before plowing. However, allowing snow to build up makes it harder to remove and creates unsafe conditions for customers and employees.
    Plowing during the storm helps keep snow from becoming packed down by vehicle traffic, which can later turn into ice.
  2. Follow a Snow Trigger
    Most professional snow removal companies use a snow trigger, which is the amount of snowfall that starts service. Common trigger depths are one or two inches.
    Once the trigger is reached, crews begin clearing parking lots to help keep them open and safe.
  3. Large Storms May Require Multiple Visits
    If snow continues falling throughout the day, a parking lot may need to be plowed several times. Frequent plowing prevents large snow accumulations and allows customers and delivery vehicles to access your business safely.
    Businesses that stay open during storms often benefit from continuous snow removal service.
  4. Don’t Forget Ice Management
    Plowing removes snow, but it doesn’t eliminate ice. After each plowing, ice melt or salt may be applied to help reduce slippery conditions around parking spaces, entrances, sidewalks, and loading areas.

Trust SnowOmaha.com

Every winter storm is different, and every property has unique snow removal needs. SnowOmaha.com provides dependable parking lot plowing, sidewalk clearing, and professional ice management for businesses throughout Omaha and the surrounding communities.

Whether you need service after every snowfall or a seasonal snow removal contract, our experienced team monitors winter weather, responds quickly, and keeps your parking lot safe, accessible, and ready for customers throughout the entire storm.

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