How to De-Ice Pavers Without Damage

A driveway or walkway can be made of several different types of materials, including concrete, asphalt and pavers. If you have a driveway or walkway made from pavers and live in a climate where ice is a problem, de-icing the pavers can be more challenging than solid concrete or asphalt. For instance, a regular shovel or ice chipper can more easily damage your pavers, especially along the edges. Instead, you must employ safer methods for removing the ice.

Salt or de-icer chemical without ammonium
Rubber-tipped shovel
Broom

Instructions

- 1
  Sprinkle a thin layer of salt or chemical de-icer over the paver surface. Allow the de-icer to sit for a few hours so it can soften up the ice.
- 2
  Shovel the pavers carefully with a rubber-tipped shovel after the ice has begun to melt. Using a regular shovel, especially one made of metal, can chip, scratch or otherwise damage the pavers.
- 3
  Sweep any excess snow, ice or de-icer from the pavers so the chemicals don't cause any damage to the pavers.
- 4
  Sprinkle a small amount of salt or de-icer into the cracks between the pavers if there is ice lodged in between them.

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