Salting & De-Icing in Chanhassen

Standard rock salt can damage new concrete (less than 2 years old). We recommend using Calcium Chloride or Magnesium Chloride, which are effective at lower temperatures and much gentler on masonry.

Standard rock salt (Sodium Chloride) loses its effectiveness once temperatures drop below 15°F. For those deep Minnesota freezes, we switch to high-performance blends that work down to -25°F.

Yes. Many clients request "Ice Control Only" visits during freezing rain events or when daytime melting re-freezes into black ice overnight. We monitor for these conditions and dispatch crews accordingly.

We offer specialized pet-friendly de-icing agents upon request. These products are formulated to be less irritating to paws and are safer for local wildlife and domestic animals compared to standard industrial salts.

Pre-treating involves applying a liquid brine or granular salt before the snow falls. It creates a barrier that prevents ice from bonding to the pavement, making the final cleanup faster and preventing dangerous hard-packed ice from forming.