Ensuring the longevity of furnishings, materials, utilities, and general site installations and protecting them from the harsh winter weather requires experience and knowledge of regional conditions. The LA Group’s project experience in seasonal cold weather areas of the country has yielded familiarity with current factors, codes, and conditions affecting government engineering and construction projects. Conditions such as snow and ice, salting of pavements, freeze/thaw, stormwater, and frost depth are carefully evaluated for the proper application of codes and design requirements. For example, when designing concrete pavement installations, the correct sealer must be specified to help prevent moisture from penetrating into the concrete and causing damage during freezing conditions. These types of considerations, along with proper maintenance practices will help ensure long term durability of installations in cold weather areas.