Break Down Ice That Has Already Formed

When ice has already bonded to your walkway or driveway, you need more than salt to restore safe footing. Alfresco Landscapes offers professional de-icing treatments for walkways, driveways, entryways, and commercial sidewalks across Grand Rapids, using fast-acting, property-safe de-icing products that reduce freeze hazards in severe winter conditions where temperatures drop suddenly after thaw periods.

This service provides pre-storm and post-storm applications to prevent ice formation and maintain safe surfaces after plowing. De-icing is ideal for properties with heavy foot traffic or steep driveways common in lakefront areas where ice accumulates quickly. Treatments support long-term winter safety when combined with salting and plowing services.

Request a de-icing service plan tailored to your property in Grand Rapids.

De-icing begins with assessment of ice thickness, surface material, and current temperature. Crews apply products that penetrate ice layers and break the bond between ice and pavement, allowing for easier removal. In Grand Rapids, applications are timed to match temperature swings that create ice during freeze-thaw cycles.

After treatment, you'll notice ice breaking apart and traction improving on previously slick surfaces within hours, depending on product type and air temperature. Alfresco Landscapes uses calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, or blended products that work in lower temperatures than standard rock salt. Pre-storm treatments prevent ice from forming during freezing rain events.

De-icing does not remove all ice instantly, particularly in shaded areas or during prolonged cold snaps. Follow-up applications may be needed if temperatures remain below freezing for several days. Products are selected based on surface sensitivity, with alternatives used on decorative pavers and natural stone.

Homeowners and business managers in Grand Rapids often ask about product safety, application timing, and how de-icing fits into a broader winter management strategy that includes plowing and salting.

De-icing restores traction and reduces injury risk on surfaces that become hazardous after storms or temperature swings. Get in touch to schedule a de-icing service plan for your property in Grand Rapids.