Salting Guidelines and Recommendations
Salting Pavement Guidelines and Recommendations: Effective and Eco-Friendly Solutions
Winter in Wisconsin brings icy sidewalks, snowy parking lots, and slippery walkways. While salting is an effective way to combat these hazards, it’s crucial to use proper techniques and environmentally conscious methods.
At Carrington Lawn & Landscape, we combine industry expertise with eco-friendly practices to ensure your property remains safe and accessible. Here’s what you need to know about salting pavement and how our innovative de-icing program stands out.
General Salting Guidelines for Winter
Proper salting practices are essential for maintaining safety and minimizing environmental damage. Here are some tips for effective and responsible snow salting:
- Pre-Treat Surfaces:
Apply a liquid brine solution before a storm to prevent snow and ice from bonding to the pavement. Pre-treatment makes post-storm cleanup faster and requires less salt overall. - Use Salt Sparingly:More salt doesn’t always mean better results. Excessive use can damage concrete, harm plants, and increase runoff into waterways. Follow application rates recommended by professionals.
- Target High-Traffic Areas:
Focus on walkways, stairs, parking lots, and entrances where safety is most critical. Spot-treating problem areas is more efficient than blanketing an entire property. - Choose the Right Salt:
Standard rock salt loses effectiveness in extreme cold. Use treated or advanced de-icers designed to work at lower temperatures for better results.
Why Traditional Salting Needs a Smarter Alternative
While salting pavement is effective, traditional methods often come with drawbacks, such as:
- Environmental Impact: Excess salt runoff contaminates groundwater, lakes, and rivers, harming aquatic life and ecosystems.
- Infrastructure Damage: Overuse of salt can corrode metal, weaken concrete, and damage landscaping.
- Inefficiency: Using more salt than necessary doesn’t improve effectiveness and can lead to higher costs and waste.
Carrington Lawn & Landscape’s Eco-Friendly De-Icing Program
At Carrington Lawn & Landscape, we prioritize safety and sustainability with our innovative de-icing program. By combining advanced techniques and eco-conscious practices, we deliver superior results while using significantly less salt than traditional methods.
Here’s how we make a difference:
- Certified Salt Wise Professionals:
As certified Salt Wise professionals, we follow industry-leading practices to minimize salt usage and environmental harm. Our team is trained in efficient salting techniques to ensure the best outcomes for your property. - Dane County’s Only Certified Snow Professional™:
We are proud to be Dane County’s only Certified Snow Professional™ (CSP). This certification reflects our commitment to delivering expert snow and ice management services tailored to your unique needs. - Liquid De-Icing Program:
Our liquid brine pre-treatment prevents snow and ice from adhering to surfaces, reducing the need for post-storm salting. This approach lowers salt usage by up to 70%, making it both cost-effective and environmentally friendly. - Specialty Treated Bulk Salt:
We use high-performance treated salt that works at lower temperatures, melts snow faster, and lasts longer. This reduces the overall quantity needed while improving safety. - Advanced Technology and Expertise:
Combining cutting-edge de-icers with strategic application methods, we achieve bare pavement faster than traditional techniques. Our approach protects your property and minimizes the risks of slips and falls.
The Environmental Benefits of Our Approach 
Our eco-friendly practices extend beyond salt reduction. By limiting salt usage, we:
- Protect local waterways from contamination caused by runoff.
- Minimize damage to plants, soil, and hardscapes.
- Reduce the environmental footprint of winter maintenance.
Why Choose Carrington Lawn & Landscape?
When it comes to salting snow and de-icing, Carrington Lawn & Landscape stands out for our expertise, innovation, and commitment to sustainability. Here’s why businesses and homeowners in Middleton trust us:
- Unmatched Certifications: As Salt Wise professionals and Dane County’s only Certified Snow Professional, we bring unparalleled knowledge and reliability to every project.
- Eco-Friendly Focus: We’re dedicated to reducing environmental harm without compromising safety. Our advanced de-icing solutions use up to 70% less salt than traditional methods.
- Comprehensive Services: From liquid brine pre-treatment to specialty treated salt applications, we offer tailored solutions to keep your property safe and accessible all winter.
Ready to Partner with the Best?
Don’t settle for outdated, salt-heavy methods that harm the environment and your property. Choose Carrington Lawn & Landscape for expert snow and ice management. Our eco-friendly de-icing program ensures safety, efficiency, and sustainability all winter long.
Contact us today to schedule your winter maintenance services and experience the Carrington difference!