Creating an Effective Winter Maintenance Plan for Gritting and Snow Clearance.

Snowy Covered Car Park

It’s about that time of year when facilities managers and business owners across the UK conduct multiple conversations about seeking a new winter maintenance contractor.  Then as the warmer weather arrives, the discussion becomes a distant memory and before you know it… winter has come around again, and you’re stuck with either a substandard winter […]

The bad weather wasn’t all bad news, as we acquired 90 new sites!

It would be easy to forget the blast of severe wintery weather we experienced in mid-December since we’ve all enjoyed the Christmas holidays, and most of the country is comfortably reaching double figures in temperatures. However, for the team at AccuGrit, we are still processing the few weeks of the deep freeze as we faced […]

2022 in Review and Wrapped Up for Christmas….

As temperatures notably drop, our team are occupied with keeping premises safe across the UK from wintery weather. Usually, this time of year is referred to as our ‘busy’ period, but the truth is, this is the tail-end of what has been a significantly exciting year for AccuGrit. It’s been 12 months packed with hugely […]

Announcement: AccuGrit Completes the Acquisition of Thames Valley Gritting Services.

Dean Harvey

On 24th October 2022, AccuGrit agreed to acquire Thames Valley Gritting Services, a family-run business in the heart of the Chilterns. This purchase further cements our growth plans as the depot in the northwest of London is a crucial location to continue AccuGrit’s expansion into London and the South of UK territories. Thames Valley Gritting […]

How Much Could a Slip on Ice or Snow Cost Your Business?

If you watch the news, read the papers, or follow the government, it’s not hard to know that there is a genuine concern about the soaring energy prices, the cost of living crisis, the value of the pound and mortgages going into a spin. Economically, things are looking like a tight squeeze for a few […]

The Complexities of Snow Forecasting

Snow forecasting is tricky due to various meteorological factors and the UK’s erratic winter weather. To achieve accurate weather forecasts, particularly in predicting snow, we must consider air temperature, atmospheric conditions, and geographical influences. Let’s dive into why forecasting snow is complex and what makes snow in the UK especially challenging to predict. The Fundamentals […]

Can You Rely on Weather Forecasts?

Can You Rely on Weather Forecasts?

Although weather forecast accuracy has significantly improved over the years, questions remain about its reliability, particularly for long-term predictions. Weather forecasting has evolved from simple observations to sophisticated models that can predict weather conditions with remarkable precision. However, various factors influence the accuracy of these forecasts, making it essential to understand their strengths and limitations. […]

Does a Warm Summer = Harsh Winter?

Amongst friends, families, and colleagues, one hot topic this summer in the UK has been the weather. We Brits notoriously cannot be pleased as during bitter winters, we wish for the long hot summer days, and then when that’s been granted, we want for the cooler climes that autumn provides. This summer, with the intense […]