Winter Gritting & Snow Clearance in Cardiff and the Vale
One contract and one helpdesk for winter gritting and snow clearance across Cardiff and the Vale, covering Cardiff, Barry, Penarth, Cowbridge and the surrounding towns.
What is winter gritting and snow clearance?
Winter gritting is the forecast-led spreading of salt on car parks, footpaths and entrances before ice forms, plus snow clearance when needed, so staff and visitors can get in safely.
What is included in Cardiff and the Vale?
- Site map of priority routes
- Visit log with times and weather
- Pre-treatment before frost and ice
- Salt bins filled and checked
- Forecast monitoring through the season
Rules that apply in Wales
Employers and occupiers have a duty to manage slip risks on their premises, and a gritting log with dates, times and weather conditions is strong evidence if a slip claim is made. In Wales, fire safety in workplaces is covered by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and the Workplace Recycling regulations have required businesses to separate recyclable waste since 6 April 2024.
Winter Gritting & Snow Clearance prices in Cardiff and the Vale
| Example site (Cardiff and the Vale) | Guide price per month |
|---|---|
| Small office, about 2,000 sq ft | £40 – £60 |
| Medium office, about 10,000 sq ft | £40 – £80 |
| Large office, about 40,000 sq ft | £120 – £300 |
Guide prices for winter gritting and snow clearance only, excluding VAT, based on 2026 UK market rates. Your fixed price follows a free site survey.
Towns we cover in Cardiff and the Vale
Questions from Cardiff and the Vale customers
Is gritting charged per visit?
It can be a seasonal fixed fee or per treatment, whichever suits the site.
When does the gritting season run?
Typically from November to March, with treatments triggered by the forecast.
Which towns in Cardiff and the Vale do you cover?
We cover Cardiff, Barry, Penarth, Cowbridge, plus the surrounding towns and business parks.
Is pricing different in Cardiff and the Vale?
Prices in Cardiff and the Vale follow our standard UK rates, confirmed after a free site survey.
Other services in Cardiff and the Vale
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