Snow Plowing Services in Fairhaven, MA
When snow hits, businesses don’t have the luxury of waiting. Parking lots, access roads, loading docks, and drive-throughs have to stay open while the storm is still falling, not hours later.
New England Tree & Landscape has been handling commercial snow plowing on the South Coast for 35 years by working through storms, prioritizing access, and preventing the ice and liability issues that shut properties down.
This page breaks down exactly how we do it, what separates reliable snow contractors from reactive ones, and why planning ahead matters more than price when winter weather hits.
Snow Plowing That Keeps Businesses Open During Storms
Snow shuts down businesses when parking lots and access roads become impassable. Customers can't reach you. Employees can't get to work. Deliveries get delayed. Every hour your property stays snow-covered costs money in lost business and creates liability from slip and fall accidents.
We've been providing commercial snow plowing in Fairhaven, Mattapoisett, Marion, New Bedford, and Dartmouth for 35 years. We plow all amounts, from light dustings that need salting to major storms requiring multiple visits. Our crews work through storms to keep your property accessible, not just show up after snow stops falling.
Commercial properties need reliable snow plowing that keeps businesses running. Retail stores, office parks, industrial sites, and medical offices all need clear access before employees and customers show up. Properties in New Bedford's South End along Potomska Street and Belleville Avenue, downtown New Bedford near Union Street and William Street, the Crapo Hill business area, and New Bedford Industrial Park all depend on professional snow removal to stay open during winter weather.
Massachusetts towns require snow removal within hours after storms end. Properties that don't clear parking lots and access roads promptly face fines and liability. Once snow melts during the day and refreezes overnight, it creates dangerous ice sheets that cause slip and fall lawsuits. Prompt plowing prevents this freeze-thaw cycle from creating liability hazards​​
Commercial Snow Plowing
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Commercial snow plowing keeps business properties accessible throughout winter storms. We handle parking lots, access roads, loading docks, and drive-through lanes for retail locations, office buildings, medical facilities, plazas, restaurants, and industrial sites.
Service starts as soon as snow begins accumulating. Light dustings get salted to prevent sticking and ice formation. Heavier snowfall gets plowed continuously through the storm. We make as many passes as needed to keep properties clear while snow is falling.
This approach keeps businesses operational during storms instead of closing until plowing happens afterward. Retail locations stay open for customers. Medical facilities maintain emergency access. Restaurants can serve customers and receive deliveries. Office parks allow employees to arrive safely.
Seasonal contracts provide guaranteed service all winter. Properties on contract get priority response during storms. We know your property layout, snow stacking locations, and specific requirements before storms hit.
Emergency snow plowing is available for properties needing last-minute service. Unexpected storms or contractor failures leave businesses scrambling for help. We maintain capacity for emergency calls during storm events.
Parking Lot Plowing
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Parking lot plowing removes snow from customer and employee parking areas. Commercial lots need complete clearing, not just paths through snow. Customers won't park where they have to walk through deep snow or step over piles.
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We plow parking lots in patterns that maximize cleared space while creating efficient stacking areas for removed snow. Snow gets pushed to designated perimeter areas that don't block access, visibility, or parking spaces.
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Large lots require multiple passes during heavy storms. Properties with 50 or more spaces need continuous attention during significant snowfall to prevent buildup that equipment can't handle efficiently.
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Loading dock access gets priority attention. Trucks need clear approach lanes and backing space. Snow blocking dock areas stops deliveries and shipping operations.
Drive-through lanes at banks, pharmacies, and restaurants need immediate clearing. These businesses lose customers when drive-throughs become impassable. We prioritize these high-traffic service lanes.
Driveway and Access Road Plowing
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Driveway and access road plowing clears entry points and internal roads on commercial properties. Office parks, industrial complexes, and multi-building facilities have private roads requiring snow removal.
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Main entrances get cleared first so employees and customers can access properties when businesses open. Secondary entrances and service roads get plowed once primary access is established.
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Fire lanes and emergency access routes require complete clearing regardless of regular traffic levels. Code requirements and insurance policies mandate that these areas stay accessible during all weather conditions.
24/7 Emergency Snow Plowing
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24/7 emergency snow plowing provides round-the-clock response during winter storms. Snow doesn't fall on convenient schedules. Storms hit overnight, on weekends, and during holidays when businesses still need access.
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Our crews work in shifts during major storms to maintain continuous coverage. Properties stay cleared throughout storm duration instead of waiting hours between service visits.
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Medical facilities, 24-hour businesses, and essential services in New Bedford and nearby towns need a guaranteed response at any hour. Emergency access can't wait until morning or regular business hours.
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We monitor weather forecasts and pre-position equipment before predicted storms. This allows a faster response when snow starts falling. Properties on seasonal contracts receive pre-storm communication about crew schedules and expected service timing.
Storm Response
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Storm response begins as soon as accumulation starts. We don't wait until specific snowfall amounts to start service. Light snow gets attention before it compacts into ice or builds to unmanageable depths.
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Continuous plowing during storms prevents the buildup that creates problems. Pushing 2 inches multiple times works better than trying to move 8 inches at once. Equipment operates more efficiently, properties stay more accessible, and less snow needs to be stacked.
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Communication during storms keeps property managers informed. We provide updates on service timing, number of passes completed, and any issues requiring attention, like blocked fire lanes or equipment access problems.
Post-storm cleanup handles detail work after snowfall ends. This includes widening lanes, pushing back snow banks that narrowed during continuous plowing, and clearing areas that were inaccessible during active snowfall.
Equipment and Capabilities
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We use trucks with plows for parking lots, access roads, and large open areas. Truck-mounted plows handle heavy snow efficiently and reach all areas of typical commercial properties.
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Bobcat skid steers and other machines handle tight areas, stacking operations, and locations where trucks can't maneuver effectively. These machines push snow into designated piles and can load snow for removal when stacking space runs out.
Snow stakes mark fire hydrants, curbs, landscape features, and property edges before winter. These prevent damage during plowing and identify boundaries when snow covers everything. We install stakes before the snow season as part of seasonal contract preparation.
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Multiple equipment types allow us to handle properties of any size and layout. Small retail lots and large industrial complexes both get appropriate equipment for efficient clearing.
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Equipment maintenance happens year-round, not just during winter. Our plows, trucks, and machines are serviced and ready before snow season starts. Breakdowns during storms shut down service, so preventive maintenance prevents equipment failures.
Seasonal Contracts vs Emergency Service
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Seasonal contracts guarantee priority service all winter. Properties on contract get first response during storms and we handle their properties before taking emergency calls. Contract customers are billed per storm, not a flat seasonal rate.
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Contracts include unlimited plowing visits during each storm. Properties get serviced as many times as needed while snow is falling to keep access clear. This matters during multi-day storms that need continuous attention.
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Pre-season property inspection identifies stacking locations, sensitive areas, and specific needs. We know where fire hydrants, light poles, and landscape features are before snow falls. This prevents damage and speeds service.
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Emergency service handles last-minute needs when regular contractors fail or properties didn't arrange seasonal service. We keep capacity for emergency calls, but response time will be longer than contracted properties during active storms.
Properties We Serve
We handle snow plowing for retail locations including shopping centers, standalone stores, restaurants, and service businesses. Customer access drives retail success, and snow removal directly impacts daily sales.
Office parks and commercial buildings need employee parking and access roads cleared before business hours. Properties throughout Fairhaven and New Bedford business districts depend on early morning service.
Medical facilities including doctor offices, urgent care centers, and outpatient services require guaranteed emergency access. Patient care can't stop for weather.
Industrial sites need loading docks, truck routes, and employee parking cleared to maintain operations. Manufacturing and distribution don't shut down for snow.
Banks and financial institutions require drive-through access and customer parking. These businesses lose transactions when properties aren't accessible.
Getting Started with Snow Plowing
Commercial properties throughout Fairhaven, Mattapoisett, Marion, New Bedford, and Dartmouth need reliable snow plowing that keep businesses operational during winter storms. Seasonal contracts provide guaranteed service with priority response. Emergency plowing handles unexpected needs.
Call: 508-763-8000
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Email: request@newenglandtreeandlandscape.com
We'll assess your property, give you a free estimate, and provide snow plowing services that keep your business accessible all winter.
35 years in business. Local crew based at
232 Huttleston Avenue in Fairhaven.
Family-owned.
We're the caring professionals serving the South Coast with commercial snow plowing done right.
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