Got ice and snow on top of super cold temperatures this winter? "Everyday Cheapskate" reader Jennifer does, and she wrote, ...

The ice melt shortage is causing roads, sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots to ... To avoid this, clean up the juice as soon as the ice melts. Vinegar. The acetic acid in vinegar can lower ...

"Baking soda does tend to take a bit longer than other more traditional methods of melting ice, so make sure you’re applying it well before you need to leave the driveway," Lanphier says.

Here's three tips to prevent ice buildup on your driveway and sidewalks. First, put a layer of salt or liquid ice melt spray down before the next winter storm arrives. This will prevent ice from ...