What Snow Removal Companies Can Do for You

If you live in Scotland, you will not be unfamiliar with snow. Being located so far up north, as soon as the colder months approach so does the imminence of snowfall, with Scotland (on average) seeing 15-20 days of snow every year.



As much fun and excitement this brings, with snow angels, snow people, snowball fights and sledging being on many people’s itinerary as soon as they see a blanket of white outside their window, there are two sides to every coin. Snowfall also brings with it its inconveniences, obstructing roads and even creating potential danger, stopping you from completing your daily work and activities.

Thankfully, snow removal companies can be called upon in order to keep roads clear and safe to drive on and pathways clear and safe to walk on.

Snow Clearance

In instances where copious amounts of snow are blocking the road, snow removal companies have access to effective equipment that can remove it in a matter of hours depending on the extent of the snow, how much of the road needs to be cleared and the weather conditions.

Rather than standing outside and attempting to clear yourself a path with a shovel, snow removal companies are able to use snow ploughs that attach to the front of vehicles, such as tractors, in order to quickly and efficiently clear roads in one sweep. Though this doesn’t make the roads less slippery, it does leave them clear to drive on, and without dense snow packed on top of the road, any snow that is left coating the surface will quickly melt away.

They will also have access to snow shovels that are much more effective in clearing paths in comparison to other methods.

Winter Gritting

As well as clearing snow off roads and pavements, snow removal companies will be able to provide grit for snow and ice. The grit (rock salt) that is used melts away any snow and ice that it comes into contact with.

Once snow has been removed and roads are clear for people to drive on or paths for people to walk on, grit will be placed down in order to melt though any residue snow and ice that could be posing as a slip hazard for drivers and pedestrians.

As well as emergency snow clearance responses, commercial gritting services can also be used as a preventative measure reducing the likelihood of any predicted snowfall from settling (though this does depend on the amount and the duration of snowfall).

Groundwork Contractors

If you are looking for efficient and reliable snow clearance services in Central Scotland, GMCB has you covered. We understand that snow clearing is an unavoidable expense in winter, which is why we strive to offer you effective solutions at great value for your money.

Our team is on hand 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to respond to your emergency needs, whether you require comprehensive or one-off service. As well as snow clearance, we also offer commercial gritting.

To enquire about our services, contact us today.