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Snow Removal & Snow Clearing
in Maple Ridge ❄️
❄️ Snow and ice removal services for strata, apartment & townhouse complexes
— sidewalk-safe, liability-ready, and locally managed in Maple Ridge.
| Winter 2025 Service Starts Nov. 1 | Book Before Oct. 31 for Guaranteed Coverage | Trusted by 300+ Stratas, Townhouse complexes, Apartments and Senior Living Communities
Famous for its mix of riverfront flats, forested hills, and fast-growing residential zones, Maple Ridge poses a complex and often overlooked winter maintenance challenge. Snowfall varies widely between neighborhoods like Albion, Hammond, and Silver Valley, but one thing remains consistent: thaw-refreeze cycles, shaded driveways, and early black ice are a serious hazard — especially on sloped terrain and older road grades. With a high number of townhome complexes, rental units, and senior communities, even light frost can quickly become a major liability risk.
Maple Ridge is home to over 90,000 residents, with dense multi-unit housing spread across suburban cul-de-sacs, hillside builds, and floodplain developments. Many strata properties face poor drainage, minimal sunlight exposure, and inconsistent municipal response during snowfall events — making early salting, route-specific planning, and fast-response crews essential for resident safety.
Fun fact: Maple Ridge is one of B.C.’s oldest communities, established in 1874, and is home to Kanaka Creek, which cuts through several residential zones and contributes to elevated ground moisture and winter icing near trails and pathways.
Historic fact: Much of Maple Ridge’s residential growth occurred post-1970s along former agricultural corridors, where many roads and strata sites were not designed with winter drainage or ice management in mind — leading to frequent surface freeze and pooling hazards.
From Silver Valley to Albion Flats, Cottonwood, and Thornhill, Only-Strata delivers strata-exclusive snow and ice management, engineered for Maple Ridge’s steep roads, microclimates, and high-risk walkways.
Zone-by-Zone Winter
Challenges in Maple Ridge
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Albion: Sloped driveways and shaded residential streets create early black ice and late-day thaw
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Silver Valley: Higher elevation with forest exposure — frequent frost, poor sunlight, and runoff hazards
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Hammond: Older infrastructure and flat lots prone to pooling water and sudden surface freeze
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Thornhill: Rural-style properties with private roads that freeze unevenly and require early attention
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Cottonwood: Densely packed townhouse clusters with tight drive aisles that trap cold air
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East Central: Mixed-use residential and senior housing with high pedestrian foot traffic on icy mornings
Trusted by 50+ Properties. Including townhouse-style units, gated communities, and senior apartment clusters across Albion, Silver Valley, and Cottonwood. Only Strata is the go-to for reliable winter protection in Maple Ridge’s diverse and fast-growing residential areas.
Maple Ridge averages 40–60 cm of snowfall annually, typically spread across 4–8 snow events. But with its mix of elevation, forested terrain, and river proximity, the real danger comes from overnight freezing, drainage issues, and persistent shade.
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Ground freeze risk: 25–40 days/year
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Frequent thaw–refreeze cycles on sloped roads and driveways
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High moisture zones near Kanaka Creek and Alouette River freeze rapidly after dark
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Senior housing and family complexes increase exposure risk
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Hillside developments experience patchy melting and surprise ice zones
Without localized forecasting and proactive response, Maple Ridge’s diverse terrain and microclimates make it easy for high-risk areas to go untreated until it’s too late.
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Miss early freeze in high-elevation zones like Silver Valley and Thornhill
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Rely on city-wide forecasts instead of zone-specific microclimate triggers
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Delay salting in shaded areas that never fully thaw — like Albion or Cottonwood
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Fail to document service with photo and time-stamped proof, leaving councils exposed
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Prioritize easier routes in flatter cities, leaving Maple Ridge sites waiting during key weather windows
With its mixed elevations, unpredictable melt patterns, and family-dense housing, Maple Ridge demands precision, planning, and fast execution — things most general contractors aren’t built to deliver.
Why Most Snow Companies Fall Short
Most providers focus on:
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Retail plazas, malls, or large flat lots
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Commercial clients over residential
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One-size-fits-all service with no strata focus
That’s why Strata sites, Multi-Unit residential complexes, Daycares, and senior residences in Maple Ridge often receive late or incomplete winter care — or are ignored entirely. Most snow removal providers are commercially focused — their teams prioritize malls, warehouses, or parking lots.
That means stratas in Maple Ridge often get delayed, low-priority service, or none at all during smaller events. And when they do show up, they’re using equipment designed for flat, open areas — not the sloped driveways, narrow aprons, or courtyard-style layouts of multi-unit residential complexes.
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Lack of detail: small ramps and paths missed
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No documentation to defend against insurance claims
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Crews treat residential strata like shopping plazas
📸 Real Results You Can See
Why Only Strata Is Different
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We serve strata-only, multi-unit residential, daycares, and senior communities — no warehouses, malls, or retail
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We operate only in winter, our only business is Snow Removal and Winter Maintenance
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Our crews are trained for narrow, sloped, and senior-priority housing zones
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Every visit includes timestamped photos, GPS logs, and court-ready documentation
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We pre-salt based on ground condition data, not just forecast
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Strict Capacity cap & Strict Client list
Typical Pricing for Maple Ridge Stratas
Every property is different — we price based on: square footage, number of ramps/stairs, layout, number of units, access points, and elevation.
Most strata clients in Maple Ridge pay between $3,500 and $10,500 per winter season for full coverage.
Get your custom estimate: Submit in under 60 seconds.
“Most quotes are returned in under 4 business hours.”
🚫 Who We Don’t Work With — By Design
To keep our quality and response time high, we do not serve:
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Airports
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Big box store lots
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Strip malls / shopping plazas
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Warehouses or loading docks
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Restaurants or standalone retail
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Government or institutional buildings
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Industrial zones or truck yards
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Hotels or motels
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Hospitals or large medical facilities
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Any site not primarily residential
We specialize so you get better results. That’s the Only Strata difference.
⚖️ Legal Liability Protection in Maple Ridge
Maple Ridge sidewalks and laneways freeze fast — and lawsuits follow.
Even unsuccessful slip claims can cost your strata up to $25,000 in legal bills and staff time.
Successful slip-and-fall claims can exceed $63,000 + in Maple Ridge.
A successful injury claim can trigger insurance premium hikes and threaten your deductible status.
Worse — many snow removal companies don’t carry proper liability insurance, or fail to document their work correctly.
It is becoming increasingly difficult for Snow Companies to obtain Liability insurance in British Columbia
Only Strata prevents this with:
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✅ Court-ready photo documentation
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✅ Service logs for every site visit
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✅ Full transparency with downloadable reports
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✅ A perfect track record — zero liability claims across all clients
“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
📚 Real Case Study – Townhouse Complex, Albion (Maple Ridge)
In early January, a light overnight snowfall was followed by a rapid temperature drop, turning slush into black ice by 6:00 AM. A 42-unit townhouse complex in Albion, with sloped internal roads and shaded walkways, became dangerously slick just as residents were preparing for their morning commute.
Unlike their previous provider — who often arrived late or skipped minor events — Only Strata’s system flagged the risk and dispatched crews at 3:50 AM. By 5:30 AM, all common areas were salted and documented with photos. The council received a full timestamped log before 8:00 AM.
“We used to rely on hope and guesswork. Now we get alerts, photos, and peace of mind — all before sunrise.”
— Strata Council Chair, Maple Ridge
✅ No slips. ✅ No complaints. ✅ No insurance stress.
👥 What We Look For in a Client
We work best with strata councils and property managers who:
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Value speed, safety, and communication
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Want zero-stress compliance and proactive service
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Understand the importance of advance booking
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Manage Properties with tight access, elevation issues, or senior residents
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Care about safety, not just snow removal
If that’s your community — we’re a perfect fit.
“Our residents are mostly seniors, so even one icy morning can be a serious issue. Only Strata gets ahead of the freeze every time — and their service logs prove it.”
— Site Manager, Senior Living Strata, Maple Ridge
Behind the Scenes: What You Don’t See — But Matters Most
Weather & Ground Condition Monitoring
We don’t wait for your call — our system monitors local forecasts, pavement temperature, and site-specific freeze risk. You’ll be serviced before issues arise.
Custom Site Plans for Every Property
Each strata has its own layout. We map every sidewalk, ramp, drain basin, and high-risk zone to ensure no area is overlooked — and our crews follow that plan to the letter.
Strict Capacity Limits
We never overcommit. Unlike most contractors who scramble during storms, we limit our client roster so every site gets high-quality, timely service — no matter how bad the weather gets.
Full Liability Protection
Your property will receive court-ready documentation. If there’s ever a slip-and-fall claim, you’ll have time-stamped photos, service logs, and a legally defensible paper trail.
🧊 How We Work: A Simple, Proven Process
1. Fill out the Quick-Quote Tool
We start by learning about your property — just tell us your address, unit count, go through our check list, and list any key concerns. Our team reviews your site specifics, past service challenges, and any liability risk zones. This ensures you receive an accurate, strata-tailored proposal — fast
2. Approve Service Agreement
Digitally
Once you're happy with the customized plan, simply approve the agreement via email. We lock in your spot, assign a dedicated route crew, and prepare your site plan. Every property we service is capped to ensure we never overbook.
3. Enjoy your coffee—We handle the Rest
From the first snowflake to the last frost, we monitor conditions in real-time and dispatch crews automatically. You’ll receive digital service reports with photos, timestamps, and treatment notes after every visit — delivered straight to your inbox. We ensure full legal protection, detailed documentation, and zero guesswork.
👉 Have more questions? View our full comprehensive FAQ here.
Download a presentation-ready summary for your next strata council meeting — perfect for sharing key details, coverage maps, and service benefits with fellow decision-makers
📸 Real Results You Can See
$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.