Snow & Ice
The Public Works Department’s Snow and Ice Control Division provides snow removal and ice control for (161) center lane miles, (389) cul‐de‐sacs, (10) parking lots, and sidewalks adjacent to all Village buildings.
Mailbox was hit by a plow truck? When are streets plowed? Check out the Snow & Ice FAQs.
- Keeping Your Driveway Clear
- Mailbox Regulations
- Prevent Your Pipes from Freezing
- Snow & Ice Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more by watching the In Hoffman: Public Works Prepares for Snow & Ice Season video.
Frequently Asked Questions (Snow & Ice)
Plowing begins when two (2) inches or more of snowfall has accumulated (based on reports from O’Hare Airport).
The Village replaces mailboxes that have been damaged through direct contact with a snow plow, if the original mailbox was installed in compliance with Village regulations. If your mailbox is struck, a temporary repair will be made so that you can continue to receive mail delivery.
When winter ends and the ground thaws, final repairs will be made. If replacement of the mailbox or post is required, a standard metal size mailbox and 4x4 wood post will be installed. Final mailbox repairs are typically completed by early spring.
Contact the Public Works Department immediately to report mailbox damage.
When winter ends and the ground thaws, final repairs will be made. If replacement of the mailbox or post is required, a standard metal size mailbox and 4x4 wood post will be installed. Final mailbox repairs are typically completed by early spring.
Contact the Public Works Department immediately to report mailbox damage.
Shovel snow in the direction of traffic and try to make a pocket on the opposite side of the driveway. By doing so, snow that has accumulated on the plow will be dumped into that pocket and not back on your driveway.
If there is a fire hydrant in front of your home, please try to clear the snow around the hydrant. It is there for your protection and that of your neighbors.
Residents are not required to shovel the sidewalk adjacent to their property. However, the Village encourages all residents to clear their sidewalk for the safety of pedestrians.
Drivers make a preliminary pass during a storm to open up the streets. Final curb-to-curb clearing occurs after it stops snowing.