Using a local ice delivery service is an effective way to get a supply of ice to your home without you going through the physical effort of buying it and transporting it yourself. If you're thinking about getting ice via delivery, it's a good idea to find a local service and browse its website to learn about what options it has available for customers. You'll generally find that most ice delivery services can supply you with several types of ice, each of which may be useful in specific scenarios. Here are three types of ice that you can commonly get via delivery.
Cubed Ice
Perhaps the most common type of ice that people use is cubed ice. Cubed ice is available in several different sizes and has a number of useful applications for people. A few cubes of ice in a beverage will help to keep it cold while you drink it, while a larger amount of ice in a pitcher is a good idea if you'll be serving drinks for guests outside. Some people even give their dogs ice cubes to chew on hot days. Ask your delivery service what sizes of cubed ice it has available so that you can choose a size that suits you.
Crushed Ice
Many people turn cubed ice into crushed ice by placing the ice in a bag or in the middle of a folded towel and hitting it with a hammer or a rolling pin — a process that is time-consuming and can make a mess. Crushed ice can work well in beverages, but it's often valuable for keeping certain foods chilled when you serve them. For example, if you're having guests for dinner and you want to serve a platter of shrimp, laying the shrimp on a bed of crushed ice will keep the seafood from warming to room temperature, while also providing a visually appealing serving option.
Block Ice
You probably don't have a daily need for block ice, but it can certainly come in handy at different times. Block ice can have a number of fun applications for families. For example, you might think about ordering a large volume of blocks to help your children make an outdoor fort during the winter. Or, you might get a couple of blocks with the goal of drilling holes in them and placing candles in the holes, and then setting the ice on your front porch before a winter gathering at your home.
If you have questions, reach out to a local ice delivery service.
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