Mingo &Sons Landscaping and Snow Removal

12/25/2025

From our family, to yours
MERRY CHRISTMAS

06/30/2025

Trying to beat the holiday push for trimming, trimming em up one bush at a time!
Give us a call for your trimming needs.
312-560-6455
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06/23/2025

The heat is on, but our financial obligations remain. We're out trimming, kindly keep us in mind and feel free to contact us for trimming services.
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312-560-6455

06/19/2025

04/22/2025

We get the job done.
Sod installation commercial property

04/16/2025

Somebody gotta do it, might as well be us!
Fresh sod, coming soon, call us for your landscape needs!
312-560-6455
Mingoandsons.com

04/11/2025

Cleaned up and fresh mulch
We get the job done!!!!!

01/13/2025

It is important to put down salt after plowing and shoveling for several key reasons:
1. Preventing Ice Formation: Salt lowers the freezing point of water, which helps prevent water from refreezing and turning into ice on sidewalks, driveways, and roads after plowing or shoveling.
2. Enhancing Traction: Melted snow and ice can refreeze into a slick, dangerous surface. Salt helps create a more textured surface by breaking down ice, improving traction for vehicles and pedestrians.
3. Minimizing Reaccumulation: Even after clearing snow, residual moisture can refreeze or new snowfall can accumulate. Salt melts snow as it falls and keeps the surface clearer for longer.
4. Reducing Accidents: Applying salt decreases the risk of slips, falls, and vehicle accidents caused by icy conditions, making areas safer for everyone.

Using salt is an essential part of winter maintenance to ensure surfaces remain as safe and accessible as possible after snow removal.

01/13/2025

Plowing parking lots is essential for several reasons:
1. Safety: Clearing snow and ice reduces the risk of accidents, including slips, trips, and falls for pedestrians and collisions for vehicles.
2. Accessibility: A plowed parking lot ensures that businesses, schools, hospitals, and other facilities remain accessible for customers, employees, and emergency services.
3. Legal Liability: Property owners and managers may be legally required to maintain safe conditions in parking lots. Failure to plow can result in lawsuits or fines if someone is injured.
4. Preventing Ice Build-Up: Prompt snow removal prevents compacted snow from turning into ice, which is harder to remove and more hazardous.
5. Preserving Pavement: Snow and ice can cause damage to asphalt over time. Plowing helps prevent cracks and potholes caused by freeze-thaw cycles.
6. Efficiency in Daily Operations: Clear parking lots improve traffic flow and ensure efficient use of available spaces.
7. Community and Customer Trust: Regular snow removal shows commitment to the safety and convenience of employees, customers, and residents, fostering trust and goodwill.

Regular plowing ensures a functional, safe, and welcoming environment during winter weather.

01/13/2025

The Importance of Snow Removal: Ensuring Safety and Accessibility

As winter sets in, snow removal becomes crucial not just for aesthetic reasons, but for safety and accessibility. Neglecting to clear snow from driveways, sidewalks, and roadways can lead to numerous issues, both short- and long-term. Here’s why snow removal is so important:
1. Preventing Accidents and Injuries: Snow and ice create slippery surfaces that increase the risk of falls and vehicle accidents. Prompt snow removal can help minimize these hazards, reducing the chances of injuries to pedestrians, children playing outside, and drivers on the road.
2. Improving Mobility: Snow-covered streets and walkways can become impassable, especially for individuals with limited mobility, the elderly, or those using wheelchairs. Ensuring that these areas are cleared promotes inclusivity, making it easier for everyone to move around safely.
3. Protecting Property: Heavy, accumulated snow can damage roofs, gutters, and trees. Clearing snow early on prevents the buildup of ice dams and reduces the risk of water damage. It also helps protect structures from the added weight of snow, which could potentially lead to collapse in extreme cases.
4. Enhancing Traffic Flow: In urban areas, snow removal from roads ensures that traffic can move freely and efficiently. Delayed snow removal can lead to congested streets, stalled vehicles, and longer response times for emergency services, all of which can strain resources and disrupt daily life.
5. Legal and Liability Considerations: Many municipalities and property owners have snow removal obligations. Failure to clear snow or ice can result in fines or liability in case of accidents. Staying on top of snow removal helps avoid legal consequences and ensures compliance with local regulations.

In conclusion, snow removal is more than just an inconvenience—it’s a vital part of maintaining safety, accessibility, and property integrity throughout the winter months. By making it a priority, you not only protect yourself and others but also contribute to the smooth functioning of your community during the colder season.