Founded in 2015 by Kristian Zoppa as a one-man snow removal business, Cleanr Property Maintenance has grown rapidly over the past eight years into a successful and thriving property maintenance operation with a dedicated management team, office team, and a fleet of 14+ vehicles.  The company prides itself on integrity, honesty, and high-quality work.  It currently services both residential and commercial properties and has over 150 five-star reviews on Google and Facebook.  

In March of 2023, Cleanr Property Maintenance acquired the residential division of Terrace Property Maintenance.  While previous Terrace Property Management customers will still rely on Terrace for their heavy equipment and landscape construction needs, all lawn maintenance and small landscaping services will now be handled through Cleanr.  

Cleanr Property Maintenance owner Kristian Zoppa is aiming to make the transition as smooth and seamless as possible for clients.  “Our office team will be working with each customer individually to ensure we help them pick the right services for their specific property,” he says.  “Existing prices and services will not change, and we look forward to showing our newest customers why we’re the top-rated lawn care company in Winnipeg.”  

Cleanr Property Maintenance provides summer services that include residential and commercial lawn mowing, spring and fall clean-ups, power raking, lawn aerations, fertilizer and weed control, top dressing and overseeding, and small landscape projects.  Winter services include residential and commercial snow removal for small, medium, and large driveways and walkways 24/7, including rapid-response snow removal.  

For more information about Cleanr Property Maintenance and the services it provides, visit https://gocleanr.com.

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In Winnipeg, one day of snowfall can cause blocked parking lots and slippery sidewalks. Snow removal services are essential at commercial properties for the safety of all patrons and employees. However, business owners and their employees rarely have the time to do this work themselves, so most local businesses hire snow removal companies to maintain their landscapes. 

As such, many snow removal companies in Winnipeg are fully booked before winter even arrives. This puts businesses in a tough spot; they need to remove snow from their parking lots and entryways, but they lack the resources to do so.

Cleanr Property Maintenance is expanding its commercial snow removal services to better meet the needs of local businesses. The company purchased new equipment to offer more snow removal services to their commercial customers, including:

• A new plow
• A dump truck
• 2 sanders 
• A skid steer 
• Snow blowers 
• A trailer

With this new equipment, the company aims to offer more comprehensive snow-hauling services to businesses across the city. The new equipment will allow it to remove snow from a wide variety of commercial properties. 

“We saw the growing demand for commercial snow removal services in Winnipeg, and we purchased this new equipment to meet that demand,” said Kristian Zoppa, the founder of Cleanr Property Maintenance. “We’re excited to offer our expanded services at a time when Winnipeg businesses need them the most!”

Snow removal makes businesses more accessible for those with mobility issues and disabilities. When sidewalks are lined with ice and parking lots are blocked by heaps of snow, it makes the area dangerous for everyone, especially those who use a wheelchair, walker, or a cane. 

Cleanr Property Maintenance is a leading provider of snow removal in Winnipeg. They offer on-demand snow hauling for restaurants, small retailers, nightlife establishments, and more. For more information about the company and the services it provides, visit its website at https://gocleanr.com/winnipeg/. 

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Both of these methods offer the same end result – the snow is moved from one location to another, but with some key differences. We’re going to explain more about each, so you can decide which is best for your property in 2022:

Snow Plowing

Snowplows are attached to the front of a vehicle. As you drive the vehicle forward, the metal plow collects snow and shovels it to the desired location. Since a snowplow is attached to a vehicle, operators must be careful to control their speed; otherwise, it could damage the property. 

Plowing snow really only has one main benefit versus snow blowing. It’s not a benefit that the end consumer will see much-added value from. We’re talking about speed.

In some circumstances, plowing can be marginally quicker than blowing. This benefit is only seen by the operator, as they can squeeze more properties into their route. As a consumer, efficiency is what matters more so than direct speed.

Snow Blowing

A snowblower uses a spiral blade or an auger to collect snow and redistribute it to the side. They’re operated by one person rather than a vehicle. 

Snow blowing offers many benefits over plowing. One of the greatest advantages is the much lower risk of property damage. Even an experienced snow plow operator is always running the risk of scratching your driveway, tearing your grass and landscaping up, or hitting objects hidden by the snow. On the other hand, a snowblower operator has better sightlines and can safely navigate your property.

The snowblower won’t tear up your grass. The chances of a snowblower doing any damage are very low, especially with the type of snowblowers we use.

At Cleanr Property Maintenance, we almost exclusively use single-stage snow blowers that have rubber paddles. This means that if our blower does catch anything, the damage will be extremely minimal. There is also no risk of scratching or damaging a driveway. All contact points are rubber/plastic and not metal like a plow.

Another key benefit of snow blowing versus plowing is plow piles. During long and heavy snowfall winters, snow piles get left behind from plows. As we all know, these can start to stack up extremely high on your front lawn. This can not only be unsightly, but extremely annoying for the homeowner. 

With a snowblower, you can disperse the snow in a more even fashion, allowing for fewer piles around the property. This means the grass underneath will not be as affected come springtime.

2022 is expected to be a lot snowier than the year before. Snowstorm after snowstorm, it’s difficult to find the time (or the energy) to shovel. You need the best equipment to keep your property looking tidy and maintained. 

Overall, hiring a company that uses snow blowers for residential snow removal in Winnipeg is a great decision 99% of the time. Unless your driveway is the size of a parking lot, the price will stay comparable. The service will be even better with a snowblower crew.

Here at Cleanr Property Maintenance, we use only snowblower crews for residential services. If you are interested in an estimate, please give us a call at (204) 960-0246 or book an estimate online here.

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Some people actually think that Canadians live in igloos year-round. But people in Winnipeg know that during the summer, we deal with heat waves that can sometimes make us long for winter temperatures!

During the cooler months, it’s common to see a mix of snow, ice, and other variations of the two. To help you gain a better understanding of these weather conditions, we’ve put together some information on how they form, and what you can do to stay safe this winter:

Snow

It piles up in your driveway, collects in heaps on your roof, and supplies ammo for snowball fights. Winnipeggers are very familiar with snow. 

Snow is one of the most common forms of precipitation during the winter months. Sometimes it’s loose and dense, and other times it’s light and fluffy. Rain can only fall when the air is warm enough—if the temperature is below freezing point (0° Celsius), the droplets will freeze and become snow.

Ice

You know that you’ve walked over a patch of ice when you slip on it and land squarely on your bottom. It’s never a pleasant experience, but it’s something that most Canadians go through.

When water freezes, it forms ice. It’s fascinating to watch bodies of water slowly freeze into solid sheets of ice. But even though this process can be beautiful, it’s also dangerous. 

Black ice is a problem that we hope you’ve never encountered. Since it’s clear in colour, it can be hard to spot until it’s too late. Before you know it, you’ve driven or walked over a deadly patch of it.

Another way that ice forms is by freezing rain, which we’ll get into next:

Freezing Rain

This kind of precipitation is like a middle ground between rain and snow. In our atmosphere, the temperature of the air isn’t always consistent. Some areas are warmer or cooler than others. As a snowflake falls to the ground, it might pass through a section of warmer air, causing it to melt. But when it reaches the ground, the air is cool again, causing it to refreeze. 

This combination is what creates freezing rain. When the droplet reaches the ground, it often forms into black ice, which causes dangerous driving and walking conditions.

Slush

The start of spring is punctuated by streets full of brown slush. No, we’re not talking about the drinks you can buy at the convenience store (which Winnipeggers love, given that the city has been championed the Slurpee Capital of the World for 20 years in a row).

As the snow starts to melt, it doesn’t turn into water immediately. Instead, it forms slush, a mix of ice crystals and water. It mixes with surrounding dirt on sidewalks and/or roadways, which gives it a brown colour. If slush has ever built up around your car tires, you know how frustrating it can be to drive through it! Sometimes, your wheels spin in place while your car fails to move at all. 

Spring can’t come soon enough!

Even though all these weather conditioners are formed by different temperatures, they have one thing in common: they pose a great inconvenience when they accumulate in your driveway. In some cases, ice and snow can even be hazardous. If you need snow removal services in Winnipeg, give Cleanr Property Maintenance a call!

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Few sights inspire fear in the hearts of Canadians like a patch of black ice; it’s nearly a quintessential winter experience to drive over one and suddenly spin out of control. Not only is it a danger to drivers and pedestrians, but it’s incredibly difficult to spot, since black ice blends in with the pavement. This is especially true at nighttime. 

Contrary to what the name suggests, black ice is actually clear. Since it forms over sidewalks and roadways, it only appears to be black. The transparent colour of the ice is due to its thinness. It can get even more dangerous when it’s covered by a thin layer of snow, which makes it completely invisible to oncoming cars. If you’re caught on a patch of black ice, what can you do, and how do you get rid of it?

How does it form?

Specific conditions facilitate the formation of black ice, such as a light snow or rainfall. During the day, temperatures are usually higher. This can cause snow that’s on the road or piled up beside it to melt and spill onto the pavement. When the sun sets and temperatures drop again, the water refreezes into black ice. Keep your eye out for it late at night and early in the morning, which is when the weather tends to be the coldest. The colour makes it hard to see, but sometimes you can notice the shiny surface of the ice. 

What do you do if you drive over black ice?

You’ll commonly find black ice on roads that don’t get much sunlight, on bridges, and on backroads. Sometimes, you don’t know that you’re about to drive over black ice until it’s too late. In these scenarios, there are a few ways that you can regain control of your vehicle. Try to keep the steering wheel as straight as possible, as any sharp turns can make it harder to maintain control. It might seem counterintuitive, but don’t hit the brakes—this can make your vehicle skid, causing you to slide off the road. Lift your foot from the gas pedal and let it slow to a stop naturally. If you drive a standard vehicle, shift into a low gear for more control. 

Vehicles with an ABS (anti-lock braking system) will have a better time fairing with black ice. Winter tires are designed to have higher traction, making them a good defence against this icy obstacle. Finally, avoid using cruise control when driving in the winter because it will make it harder to slow down if you come across a patch of black ice.

Black ice isn’t easy to see. Often, it’s too late before we realize that we’re about to drive right over it. Try to drive your vehicle on the parts of the road with the most traction (sand or snow) to maintain better control in these situations.

How do you get rid of it?

If you find yourself frequently sliding on a sheet of black ice, your first question will be, how can I make it go away? To do that, you’ll need to call a maintenance company.

Cleanr Property Maintenance offers parking lot sanding services in Winnipeg. We use sand and rock salt to boost traction and melt ice on sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots. Reduce the chances of accidents and injuries by scheduling our sanding services today!

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Multi-unit Complexes

In multi-unit complexes, multiple and separate housing units are contained within one building or complex. The units can be next to each other or stacked on top of each other. According to the Manitoba Residential Tenancies Act, the landlord is responsible for snow removal in all areas surrounding the building including the sidewalks and stairs.

As a landlord, you’re expected to remove the snow within 24 to 48 hours after the snow has stopped falling. To provide traction and prevent injuries you may also be expected to put down salt or sand. This is why, when it begins to snow, you should have some sort of snow removal arrangement so you don’t end up rushing at the last minute. Some landlords agree to have their tenants take care of snow removal in areas surrounding their houses in exchange for slightly reduced rent. But this should be clear in the lease agreement. For multi-complex units, the only areas the landlord is not expected to remove snow from are tenants’ private spaces like individual parking lots. Again, some landlords prefer to take care of such areas but this has to be in the agreement.

Single Units   

For single unit rentals, whether a duplex or triplex, if the tenant has exclusive use of the yard or part of the yard, they are responsible for snow removal on the property. Of course, the landlord and tenant may agree to other arrangements but this needs to be in the tenancy agreement. The agreement should also clearly state when the snow needs to be shoveled, specifically stating how soon after a snowfall the snow should be removed.

As a landlord. It’s important to keep your tenants updated on laws regarding snow removal and disposal. You may also give them safety tips to avoid injuries while at it. Some landlords supply their tenants with shovels, sand and other equipment to help ease the process.

What is the Municipality’s Responsibility?

It’s the responsibility of the municipality to clear the streets and this includes all the community and neighborhood parks’ pathways that have been designated for snow clearing. Public sidewalks are also plowed and sanded on the same priority as the adjacent streets. For reasons of accessibility for the public, back lanes are usually given an accelerated priority for plowing. However, as per the Council-approved Snow Clearing and Ice Control Policy, windrows left on the back lanes following operations by property owners aren’t to be removed by the city – it is the responsibility of the property owner to do so.

As a landlord or property owner, it’s important to consult with a lawyer to make sure that everything you include in your lease agreement conforms to the law. The lease shouldn’t contradict the municipal laws. Therefore, to avoid confusion, you must take your time when wording your lease with concerns to snow removal. If you have any special arrangements with your tenants, make sure they’re in the signed lease agreement.

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For this reason, it is important that people take the necessary precautions during the winter season to prevent injuries due to snow and ice. Something as simple as properly shoveling a sidewalk or salting a pathway can greatly reduce weather-related liabilities this winter season.

Prepare in Advance for Inclement Weather

As a home or business owner, it is always your responsibility to keep abreast of incoming inclement weather during the winter season so that you can be properly prepared. Don’t wait until a winter storm is upon you to get the necessary snow and ice removal supplies. By that time, most of the items you need will be sold out.

Purchase items such as salt, shovels and snow blowers well ahead of time so that they are readily available for usage when a snow or ice storm arrives. Preparation is key to prevent winter weather-related accidents.

Do-It-Yourself Snow Removal

Making sure that the exterior areas of your home or business are properly prepped for winter weather is important. Any area that is frequented by individuals on a consistent basis needs to be properly salted and shoveled on a regular basis during winter weather to avoid accidents that could result in a possible liability. A slip and fall that results in a broken arm or leg because of the failure to prep an exterior surface is preventable.

As a home or business owner, you have the responsibility to clear all pathways leading to and from your property to ensure the safety of others and reduce the potential for liability due to injuries. Salting passageways to help melt ice as well as removing snow periodically during a snowfall can greatly reduce the chances of someone injuring themselves in front of your property.

Contracted Snow Removal

For those dealing with larger spaces, such as businesses with multiple pathways, steps, and parking lots, contracted snow removal is often the best option. Businesses must be extra careful to remove snow and ice from their premises in a prompt manner to ensure the safety of all that come in contact with the property. The use of a licensed and insured Winnipeg snow removal company is highly recommended to ensure that the snow removal is completed in a professional and thorough manner.

Better Safe than Sorry

When it comes to injuries related to ice and snow, it is always better to be safe than sorry. Taking the necessary steps to prevent a weather-related liability is the responsibility of the property owner. This winter season, take the necessary precautions by obtaining the snow and ice removal products and services that will ensure the exterior of your property is safe for everyone.

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Ice and snow can wreak havoc on roof structures especially when left unattended. Although many people focus on keeping the exterior of their homes snow-free, the roof is just as important. The failure to properly remove snow from a roof can result in roof damage that can cause interior leaks and in severe cases a partial or complete collapse of the roof.

The following are some suggestions to help you keep your roof intact this winter season.

Routine Roof Check

Lots of heavy snow sitting on a roof of any type is a recipe for trouble. A routine check of your roof during the spring and autumn seasons is highly recommended. An autumn roof check by a reputable roofing company will allow you to identify any existing roof issues before the winter season arrives. This gives you the opportunity to fix such issues as clogged gutters, missing or loose shingles, sagging of the roof, and signs of water damage that could greatly compromise the integrity of your roof during a winter ice or snowstorm.

Heavy Snow Equals Roof Damage

A winter storm that packs wet, heavy snow could potentially damage the structure of your roof. While all snow poses possible roof issues because of the potential for water damage to the roof, wet snow is more of a problem. Dry snow is light and fluffy, and it does not bear the same weight of wet snow.

You can even feel the difference between dry and wet snow when shoveling. Just imagine the amount of weight your roof holds during an average snowstorm that consists of wet snow.  This weight alone is enough to cause significant damage in the form of leaks that can compromise the integrity of your roof overtime. In the heaviest of snowstorms, an already fragile roof could cave in under the weight of too much wet snow.

Thus, it’s important to remove snow from your roof in a timely manner to uphold the structural integrity of your roof.

Removing Snow from Your Roof

When removing snow from your roof, the goal is to remove the excess weight caused by the snowfall. Doing so safely is also an issue. Getting up on a roof in the midst of a snowstorm is not feasible for some people. Even if you are capable of doing so, you must make sure that you are taking precautions not only for your roof but also to protect yourself.

For buildings that have low-lying roofs such as bungalows, a long-handled snow rake can be used to remove snow from a roof safely. You just need to make sure that you have a steady surface to work from and that you avoid injuring yourself in the process.

Another option is to hire a professional snow removal company that is licensed and insured to remove snow in a variety of conditions. Depending on the status of your roof and the amount of snow you are dealing with, professional help may be the best option for efficient, safe snow removal from your roof.

While snow may be beautiful to look at, its weight can cause major damage to the structure of your home… especially your roof. Take the necessary steps this winter season to prevent roof damage by removing snow promptly.

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This is particularly true in regards to large amounts of snow accumulating on or around a property or home. If you live in an area that receives substantial snowfall during the winter season or you expect a snowy winter season, it is best for you to learn how to prepare your home for major snow storms.

Snow Removal is Important

One of the best ways to prepare your home for a snowstorm is to make sure you have the necessary Snow clearing supplies. Items such as shovels and rock salt are significantly important when prepping your home for an incoming winter storm. Often times, these two items are the first to sell out at local stores as people rush to get the supplies they need to make sure their homes are properly prepared for incoming inclement winter weather. Snow removal supplies are very important because they allow you to make the area surrounding your home safer by reducing the amount of snow that accumulates during a snowstorm.

Insulation is Your Friend

A properly insulated home is a necessity during a snowstorm. Prior to the winter season, you may want to make sure that your home is properly insulated against cold weather. Checking the windows to ensure there are no drafty areas and using either weather stripping or covering the windows with thick plastic can help to keep cold air out. During winter storms, snow piles up around windows and doors making your home more susceptible to icy drafts. Taking steps to properly insulate your home during the winter season will assure that your home is properly prepared for a snow storm.

Alternative Heating/Light

Snow storms have the potential to knockout electricity leaving people without light and heat for extended periods of time. Prepping your home with an alternative energy source is highly recommended when preparing your home for a snow storm. Some people prefer to have backup generators while others may choose to use firewood for light and heat. As a homeowner, it is your responsibility to know which alternative heating and lighting methods would be most beneficial for you during a snowstorm.

Gather Your Supplies

It is always best to be safe rather than sorry when dealing with an incoming winter storm. Gathering the necessary supplies is essential to make sure that you and your loved ones are properly prepared. Such supplies as batteries, radios, candles, matches, extra blankets, water and non-perishable foods should always be readily available throughout the winter season.

When it comes to preparing your home for a winter storm, it is best to take the time to do what is necessary to reduce potential damages to your home from icy and snowy weather related to a snowstorm.

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Many people do not know this and often times they place their bodies in danger when they venture out into cold weather. Let’s make sure that we take the proper steps to prevent frostbite to ensure the health of our bodies as we bare the frigid temperatures this winter.

Keep Warm

Even if you only expect to be outside in cold temperatures for a short period of time, it really doesn’t take long for skin to become frostbitten. It is always better to be safe rather than sorry when dealing with frigid temperatures. Invest in quality winter outdoor wear as well as warm flannel and wool undergarments to ensure that your body has the proper layers and protection to prevent painful frostbitten skin.

Stay Dry

Wet conditions of any type make your body more prone to frostbite. This is especially true for people that enjoy being active in colder temperatures. Oftentimes, we make the mistake of thinking that because we are in constant motion that the generation of body heat will prevent frostbite. This is not always the case, especially if there is sweating involved.

If you are someone that enjoys being active in cold weather, it is best that you take the necessary precautions to prevent frostbite by removing wet articles of clothing as soon as possible. For example, if you are doing snow removal, and your gloves become wet from exposure to the snow, it is best to go to a warm place and remove the wet gloves to reduce the chance of frostbitten fingers.

Moisturize Skin

Using a rich moisturizer on your skin can help prevent frostbite in frigid weather. We are all familiar with the dry skin that is associated with cooler temperatures. Less moisture in the air along with the increased use of heating mechanisms can leave your skin dry, flaky irritated. Using moisturizer helps to add necessary moisture to your skin while also reducing the chance of frostbite.

There are an assortment of lotions currently on the market that are made specifically for healing dry cracked skin. Also, natural moisturizing butters, such as shea and cocoa butter, can all be used to add a moisturizing layer of protection. This is particularly needed for areas such as the face and ears during cold weather.

Beware of Numbness

Say you are out and about in frigid temperatures and a part of your body becomes numb. This is a sign that you need to get to a warm environment as soon as you can. Upon exposing body parts that have been numbed by cold weather to a warm environment, you may feel a tingling sensation that lets you know that blood is flowing back to that particular body part.

It may even be necessary for you to immerse numb and potentially frostbitten body parts in warm water. This will increase blood flow and alleviate numbness that is associated with signs of frostbite.

Overall, it is important that you take the necessary precautions to protect your skin to prevent frostbite while exposed to frigid temperatures.

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