Question 1

Per-push or seasonal contract — which should I invoice?

Accepted Answer

Residential is usually per-push. Commercial (offices, retail, HOAs) is almost always seasonal contract with a fixed monthly fee — protects the client from surprise bills and gives you predictable revenue.

Question 2

Should salt be a separate line?

Accepted Answer

Yes — salt cost has swung 40%+ year over year. Billing it as a separate line (or with a fuel-style surcharge clause) protects your margin in bad-price seasons.

Question 3

Is snow removal taxable?

Accepted Answer

In most US states yes (Illinois, New York, Ohio), though some exempt residential. In Canada it's GST/HST-able. Show tax on its own line and check state rules — some tax salt but not plowing.

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