Chestermere is a fast growing city around Chestermere Lake just east of Calgary, with new subdivisions, lakeside homes and commuters heading into the city.
We connect Chestermere snow plow operators and snow removal companies with licensed Alberta brokers who write this business.
Snow Removal Risks in Chestermere
Growing subdivisions. New neighbourhoods bring dense driveway routes with blades working close to garage doors, cars and landscaping. See general liability.
Commuter driveways. Clients commuting to larger centres want driveways open early, so routes start in the dark. See plow truck insurance.
Chinook thaws. Melt and refreeze cycles can turn cleared surfaces icy overnight. See Salting and sanding insurance.
Coverage Chestermere Contractors Ask About
- General liability with slip and fall coverage
- Plow truck insurance
- Salting and sanding insurance
- Equipment insurance
- Sidewalk snow clearing insurance
- Alberta occupiers' liability and snow contractors
Who We Help in Chestermere
- Residential snow plow contractors
- Owner operators
- Part time and side hustle plowers
- Landscapers adding snow removal
Nearby Areas
We connect contractors across the Calgary Region, including Calgary, Airdrie and Strathmore.
Local Snow Facts: Chestermere
Snowfall. Environment and Climate Change Canada's 1991 to 2020 climate normals for the nearby Calgary Airport station record an average of about 139 cm of snowfall a year, with about 8 days a year bringing 5 cm or more of new snow.
Sidewalks. The City of Chestermere requires the owner or occupier, including of unoccupied properties, to remove snow, ice or slush from adjacent sidewalks within 48 hours after it has fallen (Snow Removal Bylaw 018-11, section 4). There is no residential versus commercial distinction.
Snow on the road. Snow, ice or slush may not be deposited on any highway, boulevard or pathway (Snow Removal Bylaw 018-11, section 4(4)), with fines up to $250.
City plowing. Priority 1 primary routes are cleared within 24 hours after the end of a snow event, Priority 2 secondary routes and Priority 3 neighbourhood connectors within 48 hours, and Priority 4 rural roads within 72 hours.
For contractors. Parking bans are posted at least 24 hours in advance with sandwich boards, and vehicles left during active bans are towed and fined.
Municipal rules and service levels change. Confirm the current bylaw with the municipality before relying on it.
Sources: City of Chestermere: Clearing sidewalks; City of Chestermere: Snow Removal Bylaw 018-11; City of Chestermere: Snow plowing; Environment and Climate Change Canada: Canadian Climate Normals
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to insure part time plowing in Chestermere?
Yes, tell your insurer. See part time snow plowing.
How much is snow plow insurance in Chestermere?
It depends on your property types, services, vehicles, revenue and claims history. A licensed Alberta broker can quote your specific operation. See how much snow plow insurance costs in Alberta.