During winter, snow accumulation and icy conditions can create safety hazards and accessibility issues for residents and visitors. Snow removal and salt applications are essential services that ensure the apartment complex remains safe, accessible, and visually appealing throughout the colder months.

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Snow Removal:

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Snow removal involves the timely clearing of snow from key areas of the apartment complex, including:

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• Parking Lots: Ensuring clear, safe paths for vehicles to enter, exit, and park.

• Driveways and Access Roads: Keeping all access points clear of snow to maintain smooth traffic flow.

• Sidewalks and Walkways: Shoveling or plowing walkways to prevent slip hazards for residents and visitors.

• Stairways and Entrances: Ensuring all building entrances are easily accessible and safe to use.

• Common Areas: Clearing snow from shared spaces like courtyards, mailboxes, and recreational areas.

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Snow removal typically involves a combination of plowing, shoveling, and snow blowers, depending on the volume of snow and the size of the area. It is usually performed early in the morning or throughout the day, depending on the storm’s intensity, to ensure timely access and safety.

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Salt Applications:

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To prevent ice from forming and ensure that surfaces remain safe, salt (or other de-icing agents) is applied to cleared areas. The applications include:

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• Parking Lots and Driveways: Salt is spread to melt any remaining ice, ensuring that vehicles can safely maneuver in and out of the complex.

• Sidewalks and Walkways: Salt is applied to prevent icy patches and provide traction for pedestrians.

• Stairways and Entrances: Salt or ice melt is used on stairs and entrances to eliminate hazards from frozen water and keep these areas safe.

• Common Areas: Salt is applied to shared outdoor spaces to reduce the risk of slips and falls.

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Salt applications are often done before and after snow removal, but additional applications may be necessary throughout the winter to address refreezing or new snow accumulation. The goal is to create a safe environment for residents, prevent ice buildup, and minimize any damage to surfaces such as concrete or asphalt.