Before you move the snow on your field, contact your turf provider to ensure that your actions will not affect your warranty and ask them their preferred method of removal.
Also keep in mind that any damage caused to the turf during the snow removal, such as a torn seam, may be subject to repair costs from your turf provider.
Check the drains around your field. Make sure they are clear of debris to accommodate all of the melting snow or ice from the turf.
The best way to remove snow is with a powered snow blower, mounted on a small tractor with turf tires (pneumatic tires only). Be aware that vehicular weight should be limited to 45 psi.
A tractor-mounted snow plow is also acceptable as long as it has a rubber-edged blade. When lowering the blade, leave 1-2” between the bottom of the rubber and the turf, to avoid disruption of the infill.
Always take extra care to assure that the depth of any mechanical device designed for snow removal is properly set to avoid gouging or ripping the field surface and never allow the tires to spin.
You will notice some snow left on your turf, even after passing over it with the plow, due to the height of the blade – that’s okay! As the temperature increases or the sun makes an appearance, the leftover snow will melt.
Chemical melting of snow/ice is also acceptable, but only the use of non-corrosive calcium chloride is recommended. If you’re unsure on the product, contact your turf provider.
Once the field is clear of snow, take a walk across the field to look for low infill areas. Be sure to touch those areas up with a round of infill before activity occurs.