Snow clearance in Peoria

Snow removal firms and roofers.

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Peoria averages 24.6 inches of snow a year, with December at 7.1 inches and January at 6.9, so most of the work comes in the middle of winter. The city also has a rule that shapes how plowing is done. Driveways and sidewalks are the responsibility of residents and property owners, and putting snow into the street is against the law under Chapter 26, Article I, Section 26-25. Residents are asked to shovel it into their yard. That matters when you hire. Before you agree to a plowing or clearance service, ask where the crew will put the snow from your driveway, and make sure none of it is pushed into the street. Ask who clears the sidewalk, since that is also your responsibility. Peoria has also prepared for a major blizzard, with forecasts in February 2011 of 12 to 24 inches over two days, so ask how a company handles a very heavy storm and whether it will still come.

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What to know in Peoria

  • On Feb. 1, 2011, Peoria was bracing for a blizzard, with forecasts of 12 to 24 inches over two days. Ameren Illinois planned for 50,000 to 100,000 customers statewide to be without power.

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Before you hire

  1. Put it in a written contract: the work, price, deposit, start and finish dates, warranty, permits and clean-up. Paying cash to skip it leaves you no recourse.

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  2. Ask about liability insurance and workers’ compensation cover before anyone works on your roof or property.

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  3. Get written quotes from at least three contractors for the same work, and check references from recent clients.

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Questions about hiring in Peoria

Can a plow crew push my driveway snow into the street in Peoria?

No. Putting snow into the street is against the law in Peoria under Chapter 26, Article I, Section 26-25. Residents are asked to shovel it into their yard. Before you hire, ask the crew where they will pile the snow, and put your answer in writing. City of Peoria (source, opens in a new tab)

Who is responsible for clearing my sidewalk in Peoria?

In Peoria, driveways and sidewalks are the responsibility of residents and property owners. If you hire someone for your driveway, ask whether the service also covers the sidewalk, and confirm that in the agreement so nothing is left uncleared. City of Peoria (source, opens in a new tab)

What should a snow removal quote or contract include?

Ask for the areas to be cleared, such as the driveway, walkways or roof, and the snowfall depth that triggers a visit. It should also say where snow will be placed, how storms are handled, and how you are billed. Get it in writing and compare it between companies.

How much snow should I plan for in a Peoria winter?

Peoria's climate normals show 24.6 inches of snowfall a year. December averages 7.1 inches and January 6.9 inches. If you want seasonal plowing, ask how the company handles those heavier months and how quickly it responds after a storm. Illinois State Climatologist (source, opens in a new tab)