Snow removal in Toronto, ON
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In Toronto the City clears public sidewalks once a real snowfall builds up, but driveways, walkways, steps and the ridge of snow a street plow leaves at the end of the driveway are still on the homeowner. Snow here is often heavy and wet, and a thaw followed by a cold night can freeze slush into ruts and ice. Clearing early, before cars and foot traffic pack it down, makes the job much easier.
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What winter looks like in Toronto
Toronto winters bring a mix of light snowfalls, the odd heavy storm and frequent swings around freezing, so wet snow, slush and refrozen ice are common. A quick thaw followed by a hard freeze can turn a cleared driveway into a sheet of ice overnight.
Typical snowfall. Toronto Pearson averages about 108 cm of snow a year (Canadian Climate Normals 1981-2010). Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada, Canadian Climate Normals 1981-2010.
Around Toronto, you can also book for addresses in East York, Leslieville, The Beaches, High Park, The Annex, Mississauga and Vaughan.
With Shovler you can book a shoveler for North York, Scarborough and Etobicoke or anywhere else in Toronto from your phone, pick your price, and pay once the work is done. Schedule a shoveler ahead of the storm and the walk can be cleared within the time the bylaw expects.
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Snow removal in Toronto: FAQ
For most snowfalls, no. City crews clear public sidewalks after bigger snowfalls. If 2 cm or less falls, residents and businesses must clear the sidewalk next to their property within 12 hours after the snow stops.
The City asks property owners to clear driveways, parking spaces, steps, ramps and landings within 24 hours after a snowfall ends.
Toronto Pearson averages about 108 cm of snow a year, based on Environment and Climate Change Canada's 1981-2010 Canadian Climate Normals.
You set the price. Shovler shows a minimum offer for your property and the snow depth, and a higher offer usually gets accepted faster. Your card is only charged after the job is done.
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