Best Places to Buy Snow Stakes in the Hudson Valley

With snow officially arriving this week in the Hudson Valley, many residents are being reminded of the headaches that can accompany winter accumulation, including damage that can be done by snowplows.

Snow removal, both by municipal trucks and private businesses, can be tricky. Mailboxes are one of the most common casualties, with some towns and villages in the Hudson Valley even offering replacement services for damaged boxes in special situations. To avoid any type of winter-related property damage, being proactive can be key.

Using Snow Stakes to Protect Hudson Valley Property

The first step is visibility - and while it might be easy to clear snow off a mailbox, protecting lawns, pavers, and pathways from plow blades (and your own shovel) can be a little more difficult. That's where snow stakes come in.

Where to Buy Snow Stakes in the Hudson Valley

Appearing every winter as if they grew from the snowy ground itself, the reflective orange sticks seen in neighborhoods across the Hudson Valley are a great way to mark the edges of driveways, fire hydrants, and even mailboxes. While there are plenty of online ordering options, several local Hudson Valley stores sell them as well.

Read More: 3 Ways to Protect Your New York Mailbox Before the Snow Falls 

Many home improvement stores have several varieties of snow stakes. Currently, individual stakes are available at Fishkill, Wappingers Falls, and Newburgh Home Depot locations. They are also available at Lowes stores in Newburgh, Poughkeepsie, Middletown, Ulster, and more, as well as Ace Hardware in Newburgh.

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Of course snow is for more than hiding mailboxes and driveway edges. Check out the perfect Airbnbs to rent for your next Hudson Valley ski trip here, and check out the largest snowfalls in the state's history below.