Starting a snow business

[Austin Davis]

Hello BP,

Finding affordable and quality snow removal has been an issue for us the last few years, so we are exploring the idea of bringing it in house.  We currently have 2 larger apartment buildings, some 4 plexes and single family homes.

What equipment would you recommend getting?  We have explored leasing tractors with a blade, but didn't get very far last year.  Would you recommend a tractor with a blade, a Gator type with a blade, go for a truck, or something else?  We currently have one Toro snow blower and some shovels that got us through the rest of this year, but want to upgrade a bit to be more efficient if possible.

I appreciate the advice.