Let’s break it down 👇 — being “great” isn’t about having the biggest plow or cheapest bid. It’s about consistency, communication, and accountability. Whether you’re new to the industry or leading a seasoned team, here’s a quick refresher: ✅ Do’s of a Great Snow Contractor - Show Up Early, Stay Prepared - Great contractors monitor weather ahead of time — not when the client calls. - Clear CommunicationProactively update clients before, during, and after storms. - Know the Property - Use updated plow maps, stake sites, and understand traffic patterns before the first snowfall. - Document Everything - Photos, timestamps, salt logs, and service records protect you and your client. - Train the Team Well - Crews should know where snow goes, what to avoid, and how to operate safely under pressure. 🚫 Don’ts That Kill Reputations - Ghosting During Events - If your client is guessing where you are — you’ve already failed. - Over-Promising, Under-Delivering - Don’t commit to timelines or service levels you can’t meet consistently. - One-Size-Fits-All Approach - Sites vary — don’t treat a hospital the same as a warehouse dock. - Poor Equipment Maintenance - Breakdowns during storms = missed windows, unsafe lots, and upset clients. - Blame Game - Own mistakes, resolve issues fast, and leave the excuses at the shop. 💬 What do YOU think makes a snow contractor truly exceptional? Drop a comment below 👇 and let’s learn from each other. #SnowContractorStandards #DoAndDont #TeamTraining #SnowProsUnite

Hey Snow Pros 👋 Before the first flakes fall, smart snow pros are already in gear—literally. 💪Here’s a quick Pre-Season Equipment Readiness Checklist to make sure you’re ready to roll when the storms hit: ✅ Inspect and Service All Plow Equipment - Check for hydraulic leaks, bent frames, worn edges, and faulty lights. ✅ Test and Calibrate Salt Spreaders to avoid the early-season panic of uneven or wasted product. ✅ Stock Spare Parts compile hoses, fuses, cutting edges, and anything you’d hate to track down during a storm. ✅ Grease, Oil, and Fluid Check - Treat your machines like the revenue-generating beasts they are. ✅ Battery & Electrical System Check - Cold weather exposes weak batteries and sketchy wiring FAST. ✅ Snow Markers & Property Maps - Stake when the ground is soft (mid to late Fall). Have updated plow maps ready. 🛠️ Your Turn - What’s your must-do pre-season tip that keeps your Winter stress-free? Drop it below 👇— 💡 We all win when we prep together. 💡 #TipTuesday #SnowReady #EquipmentPrep #SnowProsUnite

We are working hard to transition our education system into Skool and enjoying the process. Soon we will have modules available for you to work through as you look to grow your knowledge base and share with your team. If you are responsible for signing up new customers and adding clients to your portfolio we want to hear from you! One of the areas we will be focusing on is client acquisition and retention. How can we as an industry improve in this area of focus? (DISCUSSION OPPORTUNITY) We believe this is done through better communication and education of clients so they better understand our process and system. If they are bought into the program, they will be more likely to BELIEVE in you and your team, leading to longer term contracts and less fuss when you need to invoice for services. They will know you have their best interest and their client's safety at heart. This is GOLD in Snow and Ice. Respond below with ways you have created wins in this area. We want to hear how your business is growing and what niche markets you have found that fit like a glove with your team and expertise! *Make it $NOW*

I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for joining our community. Please share a little about yourself, maybe where you are located, what type of work you do in the off-season of Snow and what some of your goals are as we progress forward. I was a snow contractor and managed one of the strictest contracts in our area, successfully building a snow business and increasing efficiency of our team through processes, procedures, forms, equipment selection, etc. It was quite the journey, but a blessing all the way. Fast forward a few years and we were blessed enough to purchase the manufacturer that supplied our de-icing products. This was a great leap of faith, but has allowed us to focus on improving the industry and helping our customers grow their businesses. We have incorporated education, training, and development of spray systems as well. Our true passion is the growth of your snow and ice business. There are so many ways to handle snow and ice management, so we will never tell you your way is wrong, rather we want to bring this community together to help you grow through information, education and connection with other contractors dealing with the same issues you are. My team and I are also in the development process of technology and training that will assist not only your team, but your client base as well. We look forward to offering certifications and lead generation opportunities that don't break your season and ultimately, we would like to see you and your team overcome the many issues facing our industry from labor struggles through TPA (Third Party Administrator) issues, product selection to marketing and estimating, and everything in between! Let's GROW! Bryce Lund Founder Snow and Ice Management Skool