Why December is the Deadline to Secure Commercial Snow Coverage in the Twin Cities West Metro

December brings a distinct shift for commercial property managers in the western Twin Cities metro. The window for preliminary winter planning has closed, and the need for immediate, actionable snow management is here. 

Getting a snow removal contract signed now anchors your place on a route before schedules fill to capacity.

“Assigning trucks to a map is only one small piece of finalizing our winter routes,” explains Scott Hartmann, founder of Scott’s Lawn Care. 

“We calculate cycle times, map out drainage patterns, and identify safe areas to pile snow so it won’t melt and freeze over pedestrian walkways later in the week. Proper preparation takes careful planning, which is why getting on the snow removal schedule right now in December is vital for your property’s safety.”

If you are currently managing a commercial property without a finalized winter plan, here is why you need to lock in your coverage immediately.

The Advantage of Professional Certification

What separates a standard plowing operation from a dedicated winter risk manager? Credentials. 

Scott’s Lawn Care has operated continuously since 1998, holding both SIMA (Snow & Ice Management Association) membership and the Certified Snow Professional (CSP) designation.

Earning a CSP certification requires passing rigorous exams and maintaining continuing education in operational safety and risk management. 

For a facility manager, this distinction matters. It means the crews arriving at your property understand how to clear complex commercial environments safely and legally, which fundamentally lowers the liability profile of your business.

Property Familiarity Prevents Winter Damage

Facility and office managers often balance several different contractors for various seasonal tasks. 

Consolidating your landscaping and snow clearing with a single company provides a distinct operational advantage: the crews already know your property layout.

When a team maintains a corporate campus throughout the summer, they know the specific locations of sensitive landscaping beds, hidden curbs, and drainage grates. 

This established familiarity means heavy snow-clearing equipment stays on the pavement, drastically reducing the chances of costly damage to the hardscaping hidden under the snowfall.

Fleet Capacity and Proactive Response

Dependable winter management requires anticipating storms before the snow actually falls. A reliable snow service monitors approaching weather fronts, pre-treats surfaces for ice, and takes action before employees or tenants arrive for the day.

With nearly three decades of business history, Scott’s Lawn Care maintains the fleet capacity and staff necessary to handle heavy, back-to-back winter storms. 

Commercial properties require industrial-grade equipment and sufficient backup resources so that an unexpected breakdown doesn’t result in a missed service window for your business.

Lock In Your Winter Route Now

As December advances, route spots become scarce. Property managers in Hennepin and Carver counties should act now to finalize their winter coverage.

Contact Scott’s Lawn Care today to review your property’s requirements and establish a dependable snow management plan for the months ahead.