Family Handyman
To prevent hand injuries, new snow blowers come with a clean-out device for clearing a plugged chute. If you own an older snow blower, retrofit it with your own clean-out tool. Just screw a pair of broom spring clips to your snow blower and snap in an old broom cut to size. You’ll have the tool handy when your chute plugs, and you can brush all the snow off your snow blower before you put it away. — Smitty Surre
You’ll want to know the 13 ways to make snow blowing easier, too.
Shop Early#
What is a single-stage snow blower?#
What is a two-stage snow blower?#
What is a three-stage snow blower?#
Driveway construction and slope are critical factors for a snow blower#
The average snowfall depth and the type of snow you get are the next factors to consider#
Power steering saves your back and makes the job easier#
Auto chute rotation and chute pitch controls speed up the job#
Plastic chutes are better than steel#
Headlights really help#
Airless tires are hassle free and keep the snowblower driving straight#
Electric start saves your shoulders and back#
Electric snow blowers work great for small areas#
Battery-powered snow blowers are gaining ground#
