Salt Smart

The best way to create safe surfaces? Plow first, salt second.

Removing as much snow and ice as possible before applying salt clears surfaces faster and prevents wasted material. If you salt first and plow second, most of that salt just gets pushed away and wasted.

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Storing salt on-site can make for more efficient winter maintenance, but only if it’s stored correctly. Keep salt piles covered on an impervious surface to prevent salt from washing into landscaping or storm drains.

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Salt Smart Businesses use the right amount of winter salt to keep surfaces safe, avoid unnecessary waste, and help protect the environment.

As a business owner or property manager, your ability to be Salt Smart depends on your snow and ice contractor. Find a contractor who will maintain your property with safety and sustainability in mind.

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Some salt is necessary for winter maintenance, but oversalting comes with a cost. Excess salt creates the need to replace damaged infrastructure and landscaping more frequently.

Fortunately, there’s a better way to maintain your property this winter. Learn how to create safe surfaces without causing unnecessary damage in this blog: https://saltsmart.org/blog/how-oversalting-damages-your-property/