In Chicago, the first snowfall can arrive as early as October. For business owners and property managers, waiting until the storm hits is too late. A clear parking lot and safe sidewalks keep customers coming in, keep employees on schedule, and reduce slip-and-fall risk.

Here’s how to get your commercial property ready before winter arrives.

Why Commercial Snow Removal Matters

Snow and ice are more than an inconvenience. An unplowed lot can close your business for the day. An icy entrance can lead to injuries and liability claims. In Chicago, property owners are also responsible for keeping public sidewalks next to their property clear. A professional commercial snow removal team handles all of this, often before your doors open.

5 Steps to Prepare Your Property Before the First Snow

  1. Book your snow contract early. Snow removal companies fill their routes in the fall. Signing up in October means you’re on the schedule before the first storm, not on a waiting list.
  2. Walk your property. Note curbs, speed bumps, drains, and landscaping that a plow could damage. Mark them with snow stakes so they’re visible under snow.
  3. Plan where the snow will go. Piles need a spot that won’t block parking, entrances, or drainage. A good snow contractor will map this out with you.
  4. Decide on your service trigger. Most contracts start plowing at a set depth, often 1 to 2 inches. Choose what works for your hours and foot traffic.
  5. Don’t forget ice management. Salting and de-icing entrances, walkways, and loading docks prevents most winter accidents.

What’s Included in Our Commercial Snow Removal Service

B&B Building Maintenance provides snow and ice services for businesses across Chicago, Elmhurst, and the surrounding suburbs, including:

  • Parking lot plowing
  • Sidewalk and entrance shoveling
  • Salting and ice management
  • Loading dock and drive lane clearing
  • Monitoring storms so your property is cleared on time

Who We Serve
We work with office buildings, retail centers, warehouses, medical offices, schools, churches, and HOAs. Whether you manage one storefront or several properties, we build a plan around your hours and traffic.

Get on Our Snow Schedule
Winter spots fill up fast. Contact B&B Building Maintenance at (312) 738-3100 or info@bbbmaintenance.com to get a free snow removal quote for your Chicago-area property.