Snow and ice clearing
Measure the area and access, identify stairs and slopes, and agree where snow can be stored. Ask about the snowfall trigger, return visits, ice treatment and what happens when a street plow leaves a windrow.
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Get winter work scoped.
Then find the right equipment.
Snow clearing, heating upkeep, winter storage and the equipment that fits the job. Start with your community and a clear brief.
Prepare my project brief ↓Source information checked October 28, 2026. Check linked city notices and provider details for changes.
Start with the work, not just the machine.
Equipment hire or an operated service?
Choose between renting a machine and hiring a business with an operator. Confirm attachments, delivery access, site conditions, fuel, collection and the hire period before comparing totals.
Heating maintenance
Record the system type, model and fault or maintenance need. FortisBC recommends regular service by a licensed gas contractor. Confirm service coverage, callout charges and whether parts or follow-up are separate.
Storage during a renovation
Decide whether you need a unit at a storage facility or a container delivered to your site. Check access and unloading space, permitted use, moisture-sensitive contents, rental terms and collection.
Know who clears what in your community.
Municipal roads, private driveways and adjoining sidewalks can have different responsibilities. Use the source for your municipality; regional advice does not replace its current rules.
Kelowna
Check snow-route parking restrictions, sidewalk responsibilities and the City’s exemption map before agreeing on a clearing scope.
City winter guidance ↗Browse Kelowna businesses →West Kelowna
The City asks drivers to keep streets clear for plows after heavy snowfall. Use its road-maintenance and service-request information for public-road issues.
City winter guidance ↗Browse West Kelowna businesses →Vernon
Vernon clears roads by priority. Plan private driveways and sidewalks separately from municipal road service, and check the City’s current snow guidance.
City winter guidance ↗Browse Vernon businesses →Penticton
Use the City’s snow-and-ice page for priority maps, property-sidewalk guidance and snow-storage advice. Confirm the current bylaw requirements for your property.
City winter guidance ↗Browse Penticton businesses →Published local rental and storage options.
These businesses publish relevant services. Contact them to confirm equipment, dates, price and the precise site coverage. Directory placement is separate from service availability.
Equipment rentals, sales and services
Oliver Rental Centre
- Mini excavators, skid-steers and compactors
- Lifts, compressors and generators
- Published operated and snow-removal services
Construction equipment rentals
Cooper Equipment Rentals
- Salmon Arm equipment-rental branch
- Company catalogue includes general tools and construction equipment
Indoor self-storage
Prime Storage
- Indoor and climate-controlled storage options
- Elevator access and moving aids
- Moving supplies and month-to-month leases
Shipping containers and storage
Kal Containers
- New and used shipping-container sales
- Container rentals and self-storage
- Custom modifications and delivery enquiries
Prepare a clear winter project brief.
Give each business the same details so you can compare the scope.
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Before delivery or work begins
Plan ground disturbance
For digging or site preparation, follow the locate process and applicable permit guidance before breaking ground.
BC 1 Call ↗Arrange heating service
Use the appliance guidance and confirm a suitable licensed contractor for gas-appliance work.
FortisBC maintenance guidance ↗