Eliminating Snow and Ice

• 1). Pay attention to weather predictions in your area. This will allow you to buy shovels or de-icers if you do not already have them. It will also help you predict whether you will be dealing with freezing rain or light, fluffy snow which require different techniques.
  
  
• 2). Apply a de-icer early in an ice storm, or a storm with heavy wet snow. You can choose between sand, rock salt, potassium chloride and other products.
  
  
• 3). Keep up with shoveling once the snow starts if possible. If it is only a powdery snow, you can just brush it away with a broom. If you cannot keep up with it, just shovel it all away at the end of the storm.
  
  
• 4). Apply de-icer again if there is any residual snow or ice on the walkway. Clearing the walkway from snow and ice completely will eliminate any slippery spots.
  
  

Eliminating Algae

• 1). Eliminate any shade if possible. The wet, shady areas are most prone to algae growth.
  
  
• 2). Mix together a solution of bleach and water. The solution should be about 10 percent bleach and 90 percent water.
  
  
• 3). Apply the solution to the walkway, scrubbing with a stiff brush. Apply each time algae begins to grow to prevent a slippery walkway.