[header] How to clean ice off a sidewalk [title] Purchase a deicer. [step] You should be able to find these at your local hardware store. It is best to buy several bags at the beginning of the season.
Once the first snow storm hits, it is possible that stores will sell out of the product. [substeps] You should store your deicer in a dry place, preferably inside an airtight container keeping it free from moisture and sunlight.