Pickering sits between Scarborough and Ajax, with established neighbourhoods, a major shopping centre, industrial areas and the large new Seaton community growing to the north. Contractors see both mature residential routes and brand new streets.
We connect Pickering snow plow operators and snow removal companies with licensed Ontario brokers who write this business.
Snow Removal Risks in Pickering
New development in Seaton. Construction traffic, unfinished sidewalks and new homeowners who want seasonal contracts. See new snow removal businesses.
Industrial facilities. Some large facilities have strict contractor security and safety requirements. See umbrella liability.
Retail. Large lots with heavy weekend traffic. See parking lot plowing contractors.
Coverage Pickering Contractors Ask About
- General liability with slip and fall coverage
- Plow truck insurance
- Umbrella liability
- Salting and sanding insurance
- Equipment insurance
- Ontario 60 day notice rule for snow and ice claims
Who We Help in Pickering
- Residential snow plow contractors
- Parking lot plowing contractors
- Commercial snow removal companies
- New snow removal businesses
Nearby Areas
We also connect contractors in Ajax, Scarborough, Markham and across Durham Region.
Local Snow Facts: Pickering
Snowfall. Environment and Climate Change Canada's 1991 to 2020 climate normals for the nearby Oshawa station record an average of about 102 cm of snowfall a year, with about 8 days a year bringing 5 cm or more of new snow.
Sidewalks. Pickering's Ice & Snow Clearing By-law 6650/06 requires every owner of a building or vacant land, occupied or not, to clear abutting sidewalks of ice and snow within 24 hours after accumulation. Otherwise the City clears at the owner's cost plus a 25% administration fee; the City also clears main and secondary sidewalks in priority order.
Snow on the road. By-law 6650/06 states that snow, ice or slush cannot be deposited onto a City street or highway or obstruct fire hydrants.
City plowing. Plowing usually starts at 75 mm (3 inches). In the south urban area, salting and plowing is completed within 13 hours for up to 4 inches and within 24 hours for up to 8 inches (20 and 30 hours in the north rural area).
Municipal rules and service levels change. Confirm the current bylaw with the municipality before relying on it.
Sources: City of Pickering: Ice and snow clearing; City of Pickering: Snow clearing process; Environment and Climate Change Canada: Canadian Climate Normals
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do Pickering industrial sites require special contractor insurance?
Some large facilities require high limits, additional insured status and safety documentation. Share the requirements with your broker.
How much is snow plow insurance in Pickering?
It depends on your property types, services, vehicles, revenue and claims history. A licensed Ontario broker can quote your specific operation. See how much snow plow insurance costs in Ontario.