Today, it is easy to become a snow removal contractor. While the vast majority of businesses are honest, some can just easily disappear at the first snowfall. Beware of someone who advertises their services without having a storefront. If there is a problem, you may not be able to locate them.
To find a trustworthy business, ask your neighbors or relatives for the names of snow plows they were happy with. Another solution is to spot the beacons that snow plows will soon install in your neighborhood, and then question their customers. In addition, you can also go in search of the rare pearl on the Internet. If you go for the latter solution, ask for references and check them.
Before making your choice, compare the prices. These vary from one company to another as well as according to the regions and the earth development services offered. You can also ask each coveted company if they offer their services from the first to the last snow. However, it is advisable not to make a deposit and to pay in installments. In case of dissatisfaction, that would give you some bargaining power.
To Be Well Protected
The company you have chosen will undoubtedly come to your place to see where it can pile the snow; make sure the place is right for you. They will also check to see if there are any shrubs or objects near your driveway that may be caught during snow removal. To prevent such accidents, most companies install beacons. Despite this, protect your most vulnerable shrubs.
The best protection is always a written contract. This will be mandatory in particular if you conclude a distance contract or if you are dealing with an itinerant merchant. Whether it is or not, make sure it contains all the important elements, ranging from the duration of the agreement, price, snow removal schedule, to the area to be cleared.
Do you want your snow plow to spread salt or sand on the path from your parking lot to your driveway? Has it been written in your contract? The more precise the latter, the more protected you will be.
Not Responsible?
Some contracts include disclaimers. Whether there is or not, the snow removal company must act diligently. For example, if they break your shrubs negligently, they will be responsible; but if they crush an equipment that was buried in the snow in the driveway, they can decline all responsibility.
