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Winter Is Coming! Green Cleaning For Your Driveway

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Can you believe it’s almost that time of year again? We’re getting close to the end of September now, which means the snow will be on the ground soon enough. Once again, we’ll be battling to make sure our driveways are clean. It’s always a tough task, and it can be even harder for those of us who try to stay environmentally friendly. Snow doesn’t conform to the easy way of doing things — it’s a nightmare to clean up! It’s do-able, though, and we’ve got a few handy hints for you.

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Image From Pixabay

Start Shoveling

Hey, the easiest way to stay eco-friendly is to get out there and start doing it yourself. It isn’t fun, but it’s a sure-fire way of making sure you’re doing your bit to stay green. If you don’t fancy doing it yourself, why not pay a local teenager to do it for you? It solves your problem and gives them a little extra cash in their pocket for the winter months.

Electric Snow Blowers

That job would be so much easier with a snow blower, right? They aren’t all as lacking in environmental features as you might think. Nowadays, there are plenty of electric models on the market that are much more beneficial to use. You won’t find them everywhere, so look to places like Snow Shifts that compare the top blowers on the market. You’re solving two problems in one, here!

Be Careful With Salt

If you’re going to be spreading salt, you’ve got to be very careful with what you pick. In particular, the danger of Sodium Chloride is that it can contain cyanide. There are other Chlorides you want to be wary of, as they block waterways and damage plants if you aren’t careful. Rock salt is particularly bad for the planet, and you don’t want to be using it if you’re hoping for an eco-friendly solution.

Use Birdseed

What?! Birdseed?! Yes, you can use birdseed to help you get a better grip on your driveway. It’s a green way of doing things, but keep in mind that it won’t solve all your problems. It isn’t going to melt the ice or snow, but it will help you to get that extra grip you need. Is it a long-term solution? It depends on the scenario you’re facing. Keep it in mind, though.

Go To Eco-Friendly Experts

If none of the above options suit your needs, you can always seek out the experts for some extra advice. Companies with an environmental focus will do what they can to clean out your driveway without resorting to dangerous means. There are plenty of companies out there that you can seek out, and they’re sure to come up with some good suggestions.

As always, these tips will differ on a case-by-case basis. Everyone has different driveways, and everyone gets hit with different amounts of snow depending on where they live. What might work for one person, might not work for another. Give these tips a try, though, and you’ll hopefully benefit from a clean driveway this winter.

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  1. Deborah D says

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    I never thought of using birdseed. Thanks for the tips.

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  2. Nancy Burgess says

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    Great tips never knew you could use birdseed to get started.

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