Lower Mainland Winter Conditions — 24/7 Only Strata Monitoring
Live snow, ice, and road‑temp data power strata snow removal and salting across Greater Vancouver & the Fraser Valley — keeping walkways safe and coverage reliable.
The Importance of Road-Salt Supply
Only-Strata keeps a minimum of 1,000 tonnes of road salt in reserve—most of the time even more than that.
We have multiple Salt storage/Loading sites strategically located across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, to ensure efficiency & easy logistics for every city, even during heavy storms.
Our clients never run out, even in the worst winters.
We Don’t Rely on Third Parties — We Control the Supply Chain
Nearly 85% of snow removal companies fill up their salting trucks on the day of service at third-party regional salt depots like Lafarge Asphalt. That means long lines, unpredictable wait times, and dangerous exposure to city-wide shortages — especially during peak storms.
At Only Strata, we’re different.
We control our entire supply chain — from bulk salt procurement to secure storage and distribution. We maintain multiple private salt storage and loading facilities across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, ensuring seamless operations regardless of regional supply issues.
We’re also the only provider that guarantees a minimum of 1,000 tonnes of salt in reserve — dedicated exclusively to our strata clients.
This is how we deliver reliable, on-time service — even when others can’t.
Recall the 2017 shortage in Metro Vancouver: strata councils and businesses went weeks without salt, resulting in thousands of slip‑and‑fall claims, vehicle accidents, serious injuries, property damage, and millions in liability costs. Again in 2025, Ontario saw a similar crisis when demand outstripped supply.
Don’t gamble with unpredictable suppliers. Partner with OnlyStrata Corp. for seamless, professional winter maintenance—and keep your property secure all season long.
At OnlyStrata , we invest heavily each year—well before the season begins—in insulated storage facilities and modern loading equipment. When you choose OnlyStrata, you’re choosing:
• Guaranteed availability of up to 1,000 tonnes of road salt
• On‑time delivery, regardless of regional shortages
• Reduced liability from slip‑and‑fall and vehicular incidents
• Peace of mind knowing your property stays safe and accessible
📸 Real Results You Can See
Snow Removal Services for Strata Communities Across 26 BC Cities
Only-Strata Snow Removal provides dedicated snow removal, salting, and winter risk management exclusively for strata properties, multi-unit housing, daycares, and senior residences. Explore our service areas below — covering 26 cities across Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley, North Shore, and UBC. Each city has its own dedicated landing page with local details, snow data, and booking availability.
From downtown towers to shaded lanes, we keep Vancouver strata properties safe, salted, and storm-ready.
Surrey’s sprawling complexes deserve reliable winter service. We cover everything from Cloverdale to Newton.
From Metrotown to Burnaby Mountain, we protect high-traffic strata zones with precise, early-morning clearing.
Sloped driveways and shared aprons? Our team is built for Burquitlam and strata-heavy hillsides.
From Riverport to Steveston, our teams manage wet snowfall and icy zones near sea level.
Cold snaps hit harder out here — we bring rural strength with city precision to townhomes and senior zones.
Lakeside walks and forested strata zones get early salting and documentation—especially around Anmore & Belcarra.
From Walnut Grove to Langley City, we handle senior living zones, cul-de-sacs, and shared townhouse access points.
Ocean winds and surprise ice require proactive care. We handle exposed lots with fast salting and cleanup.
Agassiz & Harrison strata properties need smart timing and route plans. We cover them with full documentation.
Heavy snow and refreeze zones mean every walkway matters. We prep early and salt smart.
This industrial-residential pocket receives timely strata snow care through our New Westminster route network.
From Marpole to Main Street, this strata-dense zone is handled with precision by our Vancouver service crews.
Slope-built homes, winding roads — we manage high-risk zones from Lynn Valley to the Lonsdale corridor.
British Properties to Ambleside, our service is built for hillside access, private lanes, and upscale stratas.
Citadel Heights to Lincoln Park — Only-Strata prevents refreeze on steep driveways and school routes.
We serve faculty housing, student apartments, and multi-unit zones with quiet service and legal coverage.
Coastal black ice is no joke — Only-Strata protects hilly walkways and apartment entries above the beachline.
From Ladner to North Delta, our crews handle icy sea-level walkways and shared spaces with layered salting.
With lowlands and fog-prone streets, we deliver consistent salting for strata safety — no matter the microclimate.
Fast response times for steep residential areas and strata roads near forest zones and river flats.
Hills, school routes, and family-focused developments — we cover them with pre-event salting and GPS tracking.
With deeper snow events and high refreeze risks, Chilliwack stratas rely on our timing and tech.
Rural roads, family zones, and strata sites in Agassiz receive full coverage through our Kent dispatch.
Strata homes near the lake get early salting and proactive care — fully covered under our Kent winter service routes.
Strata clusters and shared lanes in Cloverdale are fully covered under our Surrey winter maintenance plan.
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