Deicing

What This Service Involves

Deicing breaks the bond between ice and pavement to restore traction on treated surfaces during and after freezing events. Our crews apply liquid or granular deicers at rates calibrated to pavement temperature and conditions, targeting priority roads, facility lots, and pedestrian areas. Product selection weighs melting performance against environmental impact, with lower-chloride alternatives available near landscaping and waterways. We coordinate deicing with plowing and sanding so each tool is used where it works best. Application records document product, location, and rate for compliance and program review.

Benefits

Restores traction by breaking the ice-to-pavement bond; Calibrated rates match pavement temperature and conditions; Lower-chloride options available near sensitive areas; Coordinated with plowing and sanding for efficient coverage; Records support environmental compliance and program review

Our Process

1) Assess conditions and pavement temperatures at priority sites; 2) Select liquid or granular product and calibrate application rates; 3) Apply deicer to roads, lots, and walkways as conditions warrant; 4) Document product, rate, and location for each treatment

What Affects the Cost

Treated surface area and number of priority sites; Product type and calibrated application rates; Environmental and chloride-reduction requirements; Frequency and severity of freeze events; Standby and per-application pricing

Best Time of Year

Deicing operations run through the winter months, activated for each freezing and ice event from late fall into early spring.