Did you know that one of the snowiest winters in Illinois occurred in 1979 and resulted in 44.5 inches of snowfall? The seasonal total for Chicago, on the shore of Lake Michigan, was more than twice that amount in the same year. Unexpected snowstorms can cause a huge dilemma if you have not selected an appropriate snow removal provider partner for your needs.
Even a milder winter can cause hazardous conditions on your commercial property. This is why it’s worth hiring a dedicated commercial snow removal professional.
Are you wondering how you can do it? Keep reading to learn all about the top 5 most desirable qualities in selecting your snow removal provider partner.
1. Specialization
There is a substantial difference between a residential snow removal provider who also does some commercial work and a dedicated commercial snow removal service provider. The specific needs of a commercial, retail, industrial, or municipal property are vastly different and generally more stringent than those of a typical homeowner. Their properties tend to be much larger and therefore, the equipment necessary to service those properties are larger and better suited for severe service conditions. Ask any prospective snow contractor for a list of past clients having similar property sizes and types as your own.
2. Attention to Detail
Every commercial snow removal client has certain unique needs and requirements. Whether this means having specific reporting requirements, critical service deadlines, or accumulation tolerances, it’s important to ascertain that your snow removal company has a thorough understanding of those needs and the proper attention to detail necessary to consistently meet or exceed those needs.
3. Experience
If you want to have a fruitful business relationship with your commercial snow removal provider, it’s a good idea to note how much experience they have. This may be an indication of whether they’ve proven themselves over the years or if they are still figuring out what to do and how to do it.
A commercial snow service provider with decades of combined, relevant experience can give you peace of mind knowing the job will be thorough.
4. The Right Equipment
A potential snow removal provider can have all the experience in the world, but that won’t matter much if they don’t have the equipment that’s appropriate for the task at hand. It would not be appropriate to send a pickup truck with a 9-foot blade to clear a property having literally tons of snow to plow after every measurable snowfall. Conversely, a high-capacity road salter would wreak havoc at a retail bank with partitioned drive-up lanes.
Capacity and suitability matter. A lack of proper equipment could mean they’re out there for much longer than necessary, assuming they can handle the job at all. A lack of available capacity could mean lengthy wait times for services to commence.
5. Fair Pricing
Nobody wants to break the bank on snow removal services. It’s worth getting quotes from several providers to ensure that pricing is fair. There are a number of different snow removal pricing structures, which can make an apples-to-apples comparison difficult.
Always work with a provider who is willing to explain the various options to you. Keep in mind that choosing a suspiciously low quote could result in subpar service.
Ready to Choose the Best Snow Removal Provider?
Now that you’ve learned about the top 5 most desirable qualities in selecting your snow removal provider partner, you can make sure that you work with someone who suits your needs. That way, you can impress your employees and customers with a clean and accessible commercial property.
We’re a family-owned business with well over 30 years of combined experience. From snow and ice management to landscape design and maintenance, we can provide you with reliable services that suit your schedule and needs.
Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. We look forward to working for you!
