Snow Removal Missteps Most People Make Each Winter

When a winter storm hits, many homeowners anticipate snow removal will mean quickly shoveling walkways and driveways. But plenty of folks delay the cleanup, or do it incorrectly. And unfortunately, the ramifications of this can be fairly severe.

Not handling snow and ice removal correctly can result in major issues, including roof damage and clogged gutters. At times, mishandling snow removal can even turn dangerous.

From ignoring ice dams to not using pet-safe ice melt, be aware of these common snow removal mistakes.