Snow Removal Services in Scarborough
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The crew that clears your property
No stock photos. This is Ted and the Dawn Till Dusk crew on real Scarborough routes with the trucks and plows that clear your property.
What Is Professional Snow Removal?
Professional snow removal is more than just pushing snow off your driveway. It is a complete winter property maintenance service that keeps your home safe and accessible from the first snowfall in November through the last freeze-thaw cycle in April. A proper snow removal program includes driveway plowing, walkway and step shovelling and porch clearing, with salting available as an add-on package.
Scarborough winters are unpredictable. Lake-effect snow systems roll in off Lake Ontario and can dump 15 to 25 cm overnight on neighbourhoods like West Hill, Guildwood, and Port Union that sit closest to the water. Inland areas like Agincourt, Woburn, and Malvern deal with their own challenges — freezing rain, black ice on north-facing driveways, and the relentless freeze-thaw cycles that turn cleared driveways into skating rinks by morning.
Handling this yourself means waking up at 5 AM with a shovel, risking back injuries and heart strain from heavy lifting, and spending 30 to 60 minutes clearing your driveway before you can even leave for work. For older homeowners and families with mobility concerns, it can be dangerous. Professional snow removal eliminates all of that. You wake up, your driveway and walkways are clear, and you get on with your day.
At Dawn Till Dusk Landscaping, we have been providing snow removal across Scarborough for years. We monitor weather 24/7, dispatch crews proactively, and clear your property efficiently with commercial-grade equipment that handles the job without damaging your driveway or landscaping. Our crews know Scarborough's streets, the problem driveways with steep grades, and the neighbourhoods that always get hit hardest.
Snow Plowing, Sidewalk Clearing & Salting in Scarborough
Complete snow and ice management to keep your property safe and accessible all winter long.
Residential Snow Removal & Driveway Plowing
Complete driveway clearing for homes of all sizes. We respect your property and ensure safe access for your family.
- Single and double-wide driveways
- Careful around landscaping edges
- Snow stacked neatly on property
- Salting add-on available
Sidewalk & Walkway Clearing, Salting & De-icing
Manual shoveling of walkways, stairs, and porches, plus professional ice management to prevent slips and falls.
- Front walkway and side paths
- Steps and porch clearing
- Unlimited salting package from $60/month
- Ice-storm pre-treatment with the salting package
Plazas, Condos & Commercial Lots
Seasonal contracts for plazas, condo complexes, offices, and small industrial units, quoted after a site walk.
- Lot plowing and entrance clearing
- Ice management scoped separately
- Logged service record
What a Residential Snow Contract Covers
One flat rate covers the whole winter season, November through April. You are not invoiced storm by storm, and we do not book per-visit clearing. We clear whenever accumulation reaches the trigger depth in your contract.
Included in the seasonal rate
- Driveway plowing, edge to edge
- Front walkway, side paths, steps and porch shovelled
- Snow stacked on your property
- Unlimited clearing once accumulation reaches your trigger depth (standard 5 cm, adjustable)
Add-on, priced separately
Salting is not part of the clearing price. The unlimited salting package starts at $60/month, with salt or ice melt applied to cleared surfaces after each snowfall.
Typical seasonal contracts run $800 to $1,200 depending on driveway size and walkway length. HST extra.
How to Sign Up
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Ask for a quote
Use the quote form below or call 647-893-3876. Quotes are free.
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Confirm the details
We quote from your address and confirm by phone: driveway, walkways, trigger depth, and whether you want the salting add-on.
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Get on the route
Once the seasonal scope is agreed, crews clear to your trigger depth. You do not need to call to get on the schedule.
Jump to the quote form. Managing a plaza or condo? Start with commercial snow removal in Scarborough or the commercial snow removal overview.
Our 24/7 Snow & Ice Management Process
From weather monitoring to the final pass, here is how we keep your property safe all winter.
Weather Monitoring
We track Environment Canada forecasts, radar, and local weather stations 24/7 throughout the winter season. When snow is coming, we prepare crews and equipment before the first flake falls.
Proactive Dispatch
Crews are deployed based on forecast accumulation and timing, dispatching on your trigger depth. You don't have to call to get on the schedule.
Full Property Clearing
Driveway is plowed clean edge to edge. Walkways, steps, and porch are shovelled by hand. Snow is stacked neatly on your property without blocking sightlines or damaging landscaping.
Salt & Ice Management
Optional add-on from $60/month. With the salting package, every cleared surface receives salt or ice melt after each snowfall. We use the right product for the temperature — rock salt above -10C, treated salt or calcium chloride for colder conditions.
Benefits of Professional Snow Removal
Safety for Your Family
Cleared and salted surfaces dramatically reduce the risk of slips, falls, and injuries. This is especially important for households with elderly family members, young children, or anyone with mobility challenges.
Protect Your Property Value
Consistent winter maintenance prevents ice damage to your driveway, walkways, and front steps. Water that pools and freezes in cracks accelerates deterioration of concrete, asphalt, and interlocking surfaces.
Eliminate Personal Injury Risk
Snow shovelling is one of the leading causes of heart attacks and back injuries during winter months. Professional removal eliminates the physical strain entirely — no more early morning shovelling sessions.
Reliable Schedule
With a seasonal contract, you never have to wonder if your driveway will be cleared. Whether it snows at 2 AM or during a holiday, our crews work from the same trigger depth every time.
Liability Protection
As a homeowner, you are responsible for keeping your walkways safe for mail carriers, delivery drivers, and visitors. Professional snow removal and salting helps you meet this obligation and reduces your liability exposure.
Save Your Mornings
Instead of waking up 45 minutes early to shovel, your driveway is already clear when you step outside. That time adds up over a Scarborough winter.
Managing a Plaza, Condo or Commercial Lot?
This page covers homes. For plazas, condo and townhouse complexes, offices, medical buildings, churches, and small industrial units, we work on seasonal commercial contracts: a free site walk, a written scope, lot plowing and walkway clearing on before-hours routes, ice management scoped and priced separately, and a logged service record. Certificate of insurance on request.
See commercial snow removal in Scarborough for corridors, property types, and contract details, see the commercial snow removal overview, or call 647-893-3876.
Scarborough's Local Snow Removal Crew Since 2011
Ted and the Dawn Till Dusk crew have been clearing Scarborough driveways and walkways winter after winter. That experience means we know which neighbourhoods get hit hardest by lake-effect snow, which streets the city plows last, and which driveways have tricky grades that need extra attention.
We design our routes for efficiency and plan ahead for major storms, so your driveway is worked into a route that makes sense. Our equipment is commercial-grade but sized for residential use — powerful enough to handle heavy accumulation without damaging your interlocking, concrete, or asphalt driveway.
Many of our snow removal clients are also lawn care customers during the summer. That year-round relationship means we know your property inside and out — where the curb edges are under the snow, where your garden beds start, and how to stack snow without causing drainage problems in the spring.
Typical Pricing Guide
Estimates for standard Scarborough residential properties. Final price based on driveway size and service level.
Salting is not included in clearing prices; add the unlimited salting package from $60/month. HST extra. Get a free exact quote for your property.
Seasonal contract vs. on-call — which costs less?Snow Removal for Seniors in Scarborough
The City of Toronto clears the public sidewalk once snow reaches 2 cm, but the driveway, the front walk, the steps, and on most residential streets the windrow the road plow leaves at the end of the driveway are still the homeowner's to clear at any age. That windrow is the heaviest, wettest snow on the property, and it is the job we most often take over for older Scarborough homeowners. Most of our seniors' contracts are set up by a son or daughter from across the city; we quote from the address, confirm by phone, and route the home around medical appointments and caregiver arrivals. We wrote up who is actually responsible for clearing the sidewalk in Scarborough, North York, and Pickering, because the rules differ by municipality.
- Nobody has to call — we dispatch on the trigger depth
- Windrow, driveway, walkway, steps, and porch every visit
- Optional salting package, applied after every snowfall
- Your appointment schedule noted at sign-up
- One flat seasonal rate, no per-storm invoices
- Family can book and manage it remotely
Understanding Scarborough's Winter Weather
Lake-Effect Snowfall
Scarborough's position along the northern shore of Lake Ontario means the eastern and southern neighbourhoods — Port Union, West Hill, Guildwood, and the Bluffs area — frequently receive heavier snowfall than areas further inland. Lake-effect snow bands can dump 15 to 25 cm in a short period, often catching residents off guard. Our route planning accounts for this, prioritizing lakeside neighbourhoods during lake-effect events.
Freeze-Thaw Cycles
Toronto's winter temperatures fluctuate above and below freezing frequently, creating dangerous freeze-thaw conditions. Snow melts during the day and refreezes overnight, creating black ice on driveways and walkways. This is one of the most common causes of winter slip-and-fall injuries. Our optional salting package addresses this with salt application after every snowfall, timed to temperature changes, not just snowfall events.
Average Snowfall and Season Length
Environment and Climate Change Canada's 1991 to 2020 climate normals for Toronto (Pearson station) put average snowfall at about 115 cm a winter, with measurable snow on roughly 45 days a year and 5 cm or more on about 7 of them. Most of it falls between November and April. A seasonal contract covers all of these events, along with ice management visits between storms, at a predictable flat rate.
Snow Removal Near You — Guildwood, Port Union, West Hill & Beyond
We provide snow removal and salting services across Scarborough, Pickering, and North York — from the lake-effect belt through Guildwood, Guildwood Estates, Port Union, and West Hill to inland Agincourt, Woburn, and Malvern. Our routes are designed for efficient coverage so your property is cleared quickly after every storm.
Scarborough
Pickering — see our Pickering snow removal page
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Snow Removal — Frequently Asked Questions
When do your crews come after it snows in Scarborough?
We monitor the forecast through the season and dispatch on the trigger depth set in your contract. Homes are cleared in route order. Long or heavy storms stretch every route, so we don't promise a fixed arrival time or a clear-by time.
Do you clear walkways, steps, and porches as well?
Yes. Every snow removal visit includes full clearing of your driveway, front walkway, steps, and porch area. Walkway clearing is part of the standard residential service. Salting is not included in the base price: add our unlimited salting package from $60/month and we apply salt or ice melt to every cleared surface after each snowfall.
Do you offer seasonal contracts for snow removal?
Yes, and most of our Scarborough clients choose seasonal contracts because they offer the best value. You pay a flat rate for the entire winter season (November through April) and receive unlimited clearing whenever accumulation reaches the trigger depth. It's the only residential snow plan we offer — we don't book per-visit clearing.
How do I sign up for snow removal in Scarborough?
Fill out the quote form on this page or call (647) 893-3876. We quote from your address, confirm the details by phone, and set your trigger depth and any salting add-on. Seasonal contracts run November through April. Plazas, condos and other commercial properties start with a free site walk instead; see our commercial snow removal in Scarborough page.
Are you insured for snow removal operations?
Yes. Dawn Till Dusk carries full liability insurance specifically covering snow removal and ice management operations. This protects your property and our team. We can provide proof of insurance on request, which commercial property managers frequently require.
What is your trigger depth for snow removal service?
Our standard trigger depth is 5 cm (approximately 2 inches) of accumulation. However, we customize this based on client needs. Some clients want service after any measurable snowfall, while others only want clearing after heavier events. We set the trigger when you sign up and adjust it any time at your request.
How much does snow removal cost in Scarborough?
Seasonal contracts for residential driveways in Scarborough typically range from $800 to $1,200 for the full winter, depending on driveway size and walkway length. This covers unlimited clearing visits. Salting is an optional add-on: our unlimited salting package starts at $60/month. Seasonal contracts are the only residential plan we book — we don't offer per-visit clearing. We provide free quotes tailored to your specific property — call (647) 893-3876 or fill out our quote form.
What happens during a major ice storm?
Ice storms are treated as priority events. For clients on our salting package, we apply heavy salt and ice melt to all surfaces to maintain safe conditions. If freezing rain is forecast, we may pre-treat your driveway and walkways to prevent ice from bonding to the pavement. During extended ice events, we return for multiple applications as needed. Our goal is to keep your property safe and accessible throughout the event.
Can I get my driveway cleared before I leave for work in the morning?
Tell us your schedule when you sign up and your departure time is factored into route order. Long or heavy storms stretch every route, so we don't promise a clear-by time.
Do you service commercial properties and parking lots?
Yes, on seasonal commercial contracts only. Plazas, condo and townhouse complexes, offices, medical buildings and small industrial units get a free site walk and a written scope, with ice management scoped and priced separately. See our commercial snow removal in Scarborough page for details.
What equipment do you use for residential snow removal?
We use commercial-grade snow plows sized appropriately for residential driveways — powerful enough to clear efficiently but careful enough to avoid damaging your interlocking, asphalt, or concrete. Walkways and steps are cleared with snow blowers and manual shovelling. We carry rock salt, treated salt, and calcium chloride products for ice management at various temperatures.
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