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.
Winter Is Inevitable. Liability Doesn't Have to Be
We help strata corporations eliminate risk, not just snow.
Why Strata Liability Matters
As a strata corporation, you're responsible for keeping all common areas safe — even during unexpected freeze-ups or snowfalls.
Courts don't judge good intentions — they assess your preparedness and your documentation.
Slip-and-fall claims can cost your strata tens of thousands of dollars — even when the case isn’t successful. Why? Because legal fees, time spent in defense, and the strain on council resources add up fast. A successful claim can also result in higher insurance premiums for years to come.
The most common defense in court is simple:
“We did everything we could — and here’s the documentation to prove it.”
That’s where many traditional snow removal companies fall short. Missed timestamps, vague service logs, and lack of photographic proof often leave strata corporations exposed.
At Only Strata, we specialize in strata-exclusive snow removal — and that means more than just clearing snow.
✅ We provide real-time photo documentation of every visit
✅ We log precise timestamps and weather conditions
✅ We build site-specific snow response plans based on your layout and risk zones
✅ We maintain a perfect liability record for every client we serve
When winter hits hard — especially during surprise weather shifts — you need more than a plow. You need a system that protects your residents, your budget, and your legal standing.
The Average Slip-and-Fall Claim Costs $85,000
Our Solution — The Only‑Strata Winter Liability System
A Purpose-Built, Legally Defensible System for Strata Communities
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✔ Pre-season site risk assessments
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✔ Real-time storm alerts + response tracking
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✔ Digital service logs with time-stamped evidence
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✔ On-site supervisors during every storm
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✔ Legal-ready documentation for any claim
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✔ Board-accessible records at any time
“We don’t just remove snow — we remove legal uncertainty.”
📸 Real Results You Can See
“What ‘Full Coverage’ Actually Looks Like — Before vs After”
Apartment building before our crew arrived at 4:37AM and after our crew completed service at 5:46 AM
BEFORE
AFTER
$5M Liability Insurance
Coverage that protects both the strata and the contractor — every job, every storm.
Zero-Slip Claim Record
We’ve never had a client suffer a successful slip-and-fall lawsuit.
Full WCB Certified Crews
Professionally trained, injury-protected teams on every site.
Strata-Only Certified
We don’t serve malls, gas stations, or warehouses — just strata, multi-unit residential & daycare Facilities.
Live Photo Logs & Time Stamps
Every visit documented for legal protection and council peace of mind.
24/7 Live Storm Monitoring
We dispatch based on actual road temps and forecasts, not guesswork.
“That’s right — not a single Only‑Strata client has lost a liability claim.”
Winter is not a season we manage — it’s the reason we exist.
At Only-Strata, we don’t just offer winter services. We are a winter services company. And we don’t work with just anyone — we exclusively serve multi-unit residential, daycare, and strata properties. That’s not a side note. It’s our entire business model.
While most contractors treat snow removal as a seasonal add-on — squeezed between landscaping, pressure washing, and other unrelated services — we do the opposite. Winter isn’t something we “deal with” a few months a year. It’s all we do, all year long.
Built for One Thing: Strata
Unlike 95% of companies that juggle commercial and retail clients, we work only with multi-unit residential communities. That’s it. No warehouses. No gas stations. No storefronts. Just strata — and we’ve been doing it since 2016.
This laser focus allows us to fine-tune everything:
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The equipment we use
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The routes we build
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The teams we train
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The reporting systems we deploy
It’s all designed specifically for the needs, challenges, and liability risks of strata living.
No More Side Hustles. Just Serious Winter Service.
Most snow contractors pick up winter work as a side gig. And it shows.
They roll into winter with whatever crews they can scrape together and use gear built for big-box parking lots. That might work for a shopping mall — but not your stairwells, laneways, and internal walkways.
Would you ask your electrician to handle your plumbing “just for the season”? That’s what happens when you hire generalists.
Only-Strata was built to fix that problem.
Our Track Record
A 100% Liability Record. Zero Client Losses.
Only‑Strata has successfully defended every slip-and-fall claim our clients have faced.
Our expert protocols, monitoring systems, and documentation practices have kept strata corporations out of court and ahead of risk.
Every Client is a Priority — Not a Backup Plan
In traditional snow service models, strata complexes are often the lowest priority. They get bumped in favor of high-paying commercial jobs. That’s unacceptable — and dangerous.
At Only-Strata, every single client is a strata client. That means:
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You’re never at the back of the line
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You receive equal priority
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You get fast, reliable, and consistent service — every time
We don’t have to choose between a storefront and a strata. We only choose strata.
Precision Equipment for Strata Environments
Strata properties require a different approach. That’s why our gear is built around tight spaces, walkways, and residential layouts — not oversized parking lots.
We use:
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ATVs with custom blades for narrow paths
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Targeted salting systems for stairwells, sidewalks, slopes
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Manual crews for intricate areas equipment can’t reach
No wasted size. No wasted time. Just precision.
Only-Strata Means Exactly That.
We don’t dabble. We specialize.
From the very first snowflake to the final thaw, we exist to protect, prioritize, and serve strata communities — and strata communities only.
Only-Strata. Where Strata Comes First — Always.
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.
At OnlyStrata, we don’t just perform winter maintenance—we optimize it through technology.
Our team uses advanced mobile apps to document every service in real-time. Each visit includes GPS-tracked routing, detailed service notes, and before-and-after photos. This ensures complete transparency and gives you peace of mind that your property is being cared for—exactly when and how you expect.........
Introducing Only-Strata Corp.
We’ve gone a step further. Not only do we specialize in winter services exclusively, we also serve only residential strata complexes.
Since 2016, we’ve dedicated ourselves to understanding and perfecting winter maintenance tailored specifically for strata properties. It was a bold move—and .........
Here are some general winter hazard and slip and fall injury statistics that highlight the effects that winter and cold weather can produce:
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Injuries that are caused by slipping are 10% higher in the month of January (WorkSafeBC)
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1/5 falls that occur result in broken bones or other serious injuries (Canada Claims)
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Around 97% of injuries that are caused.........
How Only-Strata Corp. Is Raising the Bar for Strata Property Winter Maintenance:
In the competitive world of snow removal, salting, and winter maintenance, one truth stands out: specialization consistently outperforms generalization when it comes to delivering high-quality, dependable service. While many companies attempt to serve every type of property—c.........
Why Safe Roads Start With Clear Streets
When roads are buried under snow and ice, danger follows quickly.
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Accident Rates Rise: Each year, wintry conditions contribute to over 500 fatalities and more than 36,000 injuries in the Canada alone.
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Local Trends: In early winter 2023, cities like Vancouver and Abbotsford reported hund.........
In Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, winter plays by its own rules.
Here, snow comes less often—but when it does, it hits hard and fast, disrupting life in communities that aren’t built for sudden surges of snow and ice. It’s unpredictable, wet, heavy, and often short-lived, making it one of the most challenging environments for snow removal and winter maintenance in.........