Winter service in Graz: snow clearing and gritting
We clear and grit pavements, entrances, driveways and car parks for residential complexes, businesses and public buildings in Graz and the surrounding area. By contract, we take over your clearing and gritting duty under § 93 StVO for the whole season.
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If you own a property in Graz, you must keep the adjoining pavement clear of snow between 6 am and 10 pm and grit it when it is icy. That is what § 93 of the Austrian Road Traffic Act (StVO) requires. If someone falls, the owner is liable in the first instance. A written winter service contract transfers this duty to us. We watch the weather, go out when it snows or freezes, and log every call-out with time, work done and grit used.
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Industry experience since 2002, limited company since 2009, certified master craftsman business since 2015. Winter service is part of our ongoing property care, with trained staff and the right equipment.
On call around the clock
During the season our winter crew is on call 24/7. We follow the forecasts and go out when snow or black ice arrives, including at night, at weekends and on public holidays.
Call-out log as evidence
Every call-out is recorded with date, time, work done and grit used. If there is a claim, you can hand this log to your insurer.
Short travel when it snows
When it snows, every minute of travel counts. From Triester Straße we quickly reach every district of Graz and nearby municipalities from Seiersberg-Pirka to Raaba-Grambach.
What does the winter service include?
We agree the exact scope during the site visit and put it in the contract. These are the services we cover.
Clearing pavements and entrances
Clearing pavements, entrances, outdoor steps, ramps and fire access routes. In heavy snowfall several times a day between 6 am and 10 pm, including weekends and holidays.
Gritting in icy conditions
Spreading grit or other anti-slip material. De-icing agents only where they are needed and permitted. The winter service plan sets out which material goes on which surface.
Machine clearing
Car parks, business premises and long driveways are cleared by snowplough and tractor. On large areas this is much faster than clearing by hand.
Weather monitoring
We follow the forecasts continuously. When snow or black ice is expected, call-outs are planned so that your paths are cleared and gritted by the start of business.
Call-out log
Date, time, work done and grit used are recorded for every call-out. If there is a claim, this shows that the clearing and gritting duty was met.
Keeping entrances clean
After each call-out we remove slush and grit from entrances and gateways, so less grit is carried into the stairwell.
Who has to clear snow in Graz, and where exactly?
§ 93(1) StVO requires owners of properties in built-up areas to look after the pavements and footpaths along their property. This covers paths no more than 3 metres from the property, including any steps along them. Between 6 am and 10 pm they must be cleared of snow and gritted when there is snow or ice. Where there is no pavement, the duty applies to a 1-metre strip along the edge of the road.
The duty lies with the owner, even if they do not live in the building. Under § 93(5) StVO it can be transferred by contract to a third party, who then takes the owner's place. What matters is that the contract clearly describes areas, times and services. We agree these with you during the site visit. § 93(2) also requires snow overhangs and icicles on roofs facing the street to be removed. We check on site whether this can be part of the job for your building.
Grit or salt: what do we spread?
Grit makes the surface less slippery and works at any temperature, but it has to be swept up again after winter. Road salt melts ice, yet it only works down to a few degrees below zero and damages plants, concrete and metal. That is why we mainly use anti-slip grit. De-icing agents are used only where they are needed and permitted, for example on steep ramps.
When does the winter crew go out?
We go out as soon as snow is lying or ice is likely, whatever the time or day. In continuous snowfall we clear several times, so paths stay usable between 6 am and 10 pm. When wet surfaces freeze we grit even without fresh snow. The order of properties follows the winter service plan we agree with you before the season.
What goes into the call-out log?
For each call-out we record the date, time, areas covered, the work done and the grit used. If someone falls, this log is your most important evidence. Keep the contract and logs for several years.
How do you get a winter service contract?
Four steps, ideally completed before the first snowfall.
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Enquire by October
Get in touch before the season starts, ideally by October. Tell us the address, the areas and the services you need. You will hear from us within 24 hours.
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Site visit
We walk the pavements, entrances, steps, driveways and car parks with you and draw up the winter service plan. The visit is free and without obligation.
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Quote and contract
You receive a quote as a seasonal flat rate or per call-out. The contract describes areas, times and services, so the transfer of the clearing duty is unambiguous.
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Service from the first snow
From the start of the season we handle weather monitoring, call-outs and the log. The season usually runs from November to March.
Winter service in Graz: quote within 24 hours
Send us the address and areas of your property. We will reply within 24 hours and arrange a free site visit.
Frequently asked questions about winter service in Graz
Short answers on liability, costs and process.
We clear and grit pavements, entrances, outdoor steps, ramps, driveways, fire access routes and car parks. Small areas are done by hand, large ones by snowplough. The contract lists exactly which areas are covered.
Winter service in every district of Graz and nearby
We look after properties in all 17 districts of Graz, from Lend and Gries to Liebenau and Andritz. Outside the city we clear in Seiersberg-Pirka, Kalsdorf bei Graz, Feldkirchen bei Graz, Hart bei Graz and Raaba-Grambach. Short travel times matter in winter service, because many properties need attention at the same time when it snows.
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What can we clean for you?
Briefly describe the property, its size and how often you need cleaning. We reply within 24 hours and, if useful, arrange a free site visit in Graz or the surrounding area.
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