Snow Plowing & Ice Management in Newburgh & the Hudson Valley

Bernicker & Son Landscaping provides reliable snow removal and ice management for homes, businesses, and HOAs throughout Newburgh, Orange County, and the Hudson Valley. We offer 24-hour storm response with seasonal contracts and per-storm options.

Residential driveway snow plowing in Newburgh NY

Residential Driveway Plowing

When a storm hits, you need your driveway clear before you leave for work. We plow residential driveways throughout Newburgh and Orange County with a standard trigger depth of 2 inches. Most driveways are cleared within hours of the storm ending, and priority clients on seasonal contracts are serviced first.

Our plowing service includes pushing snow back from the driveway apron, clearing in front of garage doors, and stacking snow in designated areas on your property. We are careful around mailboxes, landscape features, and hardscape edges to avoid damage.

  • 2-inch trigger depth standard
  • Priority service for seasonal contract clients
  • Careful around mailboxes and landscape features

Commercial Parking Lot Plowing

Businesses cannot afford to be inaccessible during or after a storm. We plow commercial parking lots, access roads, and loading areas for offices, retail centers, industrial properties, and HOA communities across the Hudson Valley. Our commercial trucks and loaders handle lots of all sizes, and we coordinate timing around your business hours.

For properties with high foot traffic, we combine plowing with salting and ice management to reduce slip-and-fall liability. We document every service visit with timestamps and photos for your records and insurance purposes.

  • Trucks and loaders for lots of all sizes
  • Coordinated around your business hours
  • Documented visits with timestamps for liability records
Commercial parking lot snow plowing in Orange County NY
Sidewalk snow clearing and shoveling in Newburgh NY

Sidewalk & Walkway Clearing

Plowing the driveway or lot is only half the job. We shovel and snowblow sidewalks, front walkways, stoops, and building entrances so residents, employees, and customers can get in and out safely. Walkway clearing is available as an add-on to any plowing service or as a standalone offering for properties that do not need full plowing.

For commercial properties and HOAs, sidewalk clearing is critical for ADA compliance and liability management. We clear all pedestrian paths and apply ice melt to walking surfaces after shoveling.

  • Shoveling and snowblowing for all walkways
  • Ice melt applied to walking surfaces
  • ADA compliance for commercial properties

Salting & Ice Management

Ice is more dangerous than snow. We apply rock salt, calcium chloride, and blended de-icers to driveways, parking lots, walkways, and entrances to prevent ice formation and reduce slip-and-fall risk. Pre-treatment before a storm can prevent ice from bonding to pavement, making plowing more effective and surfaces safer faster.

We stock our own salt supply so we are never waiting on deliveries during a storm. Salting is available as part of a plowing contract or as a standalone service for properties that only need ice management, such as walkways and building entrances.

  • Pre-treatment and post-storm application
  • Rock salt, calcium chloride, and eco-friendly blends
  • On-site salt inventory for reliable storm response
Salting and ice management on a commercial parking lot

Snow Removal Equipment and Process

Reliable snow removal starts with the right equipment and a systematic approach. Our fleet includes plow-equipped trucks for driveways and parking lots, compact loaders for tight commercial spaces and snow stacking, and commercial-grade snowblowers for sidewalks and walkways. Every vehicle is inspected and prepped before the season begins, and we carry replacement parts and backup equipment so a mechanical issue never leaves a client unplowed.

Before the first snowfall, we map every client property. We mark driveway edges, note the location of mailboxes, landscape features, and any hardscape borders, and document where snow should be stacked so it does not block sight lines or drain onto neighboring properties when it melts. This preparation means our crews can work efficiently in the dark and in heavy snow without causing damage.

During an active storm, our dispatcher monitors real-time weather data and coordinates crews in shifts. Commercial properties on zero-tolerance contracts are plowed continuously throughout the storm. Residential routes begin once accumulation reaches the trigger depth, and our goal is to have every driveway cleared within four hours of the storm ending. Salting crews follow immediately behind the plows on properties that include ice management in their service agreement.

Seasonal Snow Contracts

A seasonal contract guarantees your property is on our route every storm, no exceptions. Contract clients are serviced first, get a fixed monthly rate from November through April, and never have to worry about calling last-minute during a blizzard. We also offer per-storm pricing for homeowners who prefer to pay as they go.

Seasonal contracts offer several advantages beyond priority service. The fixed monthly cost spreads your winter expense evenly, so you are never hit with a large bill after a heavy storm month. Contract clients also receive automatic service without needing to call in or confirm. When we see the forecast, we deploy without waiting for a request. For commercial properties, this automatic response is critical for maintaining safe access and avoiding liability.

Many of our lawn maintenance clients bundle snow removal into a year-round service agreement. This gives you one company handling your property through every season, with consistent crews who already know your property layout. Bundling also saves money compared to separate lawn and snow contracts.

Snow Removal in Newburgh & the Hudson Valley

Newburgh and the surrounding Hudson Valley average 35 to 45 inches of snow per winter season, with the heaviest accumulation typically occurring between December and February. Orange County sits in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, where frost penetration can reach 30 inches or more during sustained cold snaps. The I-84 corridor channels cold air through the valley, making conditions unpredictable and ice events frequent.

According to the National Weather Service, the Hudson Valley sees an average of 15 to 20 plowable snow events per season. That does not include icing events, freezing rain, and sub-inch dustings that still create hazardous driving and walking conditions. A commercial snow removal contract covers all of these events, not just the big storms.

Our trucks and equipment are staged at our Newburgh facility on Maurice Lane, which puts us within 15 minutes of most residential and commercial properties in Orange County. During active storms, our crews operate around the clock in shifts to keep routes clear. We carry our own salt inventory on-site so we are never dependent on third-party deliveries during peak demand.

Snow Removal FAQ

We monitor weather forecasts and begin plowing when accumulation reaches our standard 2-inch trigger depth. For commercial properties and HOAs with zero-tolerance contracts, we begin plowing during the storm to keep surfaces passable. Residential driveways are typically cleared within a few hours after the storm ends. We operate around the clock during active storms.
Per-storm residential driveway plowing in the Newburgh area typically ranges from $50 to $100 per visit depending on driveway length and complexity. Seasonal contracts for residential properties usually run $400 to $800 for the full winter season (November through April). Commercial pricing depends on lot size and service level. We provide free estimates so you can compare both options.
A seasonal contract is a fixed monthly fee that covers unlimited plowing events for the entire winter. You pay the same amount whether we get 5 storms or 15. Per-storm pricing means you pay each time we plow. Seasonal contracts give you priority service and predictable costs. Per-storm pricing can save money in light winters but costs more in heavy snow years. Most clients prefer the certainty of a seasonal contract.
We provide snow removal throughout Newburgh, New Windsor, Cornwall, Vails Gate, Marlboro, Walden, Montgomery, and surrounding communities in Orange County. Our commercial routes extend throughout the Hudson Valley. If you are unsure whether you are in our service area, call us at (845) 754-1009 and we will let you know.
Yes. We plow and salt commercial parking lots, access roads, loading docks, and sidewalks for offices, retail centers, industrial sites, HOA communities, and apartment complexes throughout Orange County. Commercial clients receive documented service logs with timestamps and can set custom trigger depths and zero-tolerance policies. Contact us for a commercial snow removal estimate.
We recommend signing a seasonal contract by mid-October to guarantee a spot on our routes. Route capacity is limited, and we close enrollment once our crews are fully booked. Early sign-ups also lock in the current season rate before any price adjustments. Signing early gives us time to pre-map your property, mark landscape features, and discuss any special requirements before the first storm hits.
Freezing rain and ice events are covered under our seasonal contracts. We apply pre-treatment de-icer before the storm when forecasts indicate icing conditions, and follow up with additional salt or calcium chloride applications after the event. For per-storm clients, ice-only events are billed as a salting visit at a lower rate than a full plowing service. Ice storms can be more dangerous than snow, so prompt treatment is critical for safety.

Do Not Wait for the First Storm

Secure your snow removal contract now and get priority service all winter in Newburgh, Orange County, and the Hudson Valley.