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Steve Mann

Steve is a one time gardening hater turned into gardening obsessive. This was all thanks to going to University where a two year stint spent transforming the previously horrific garden of the student house he lived in left him addicted to all things horticultural! Now with a new house in tow and due to some fortunate circumstances he is free to test out a whole host of gardening equipment. Find out more about Steve or drop him an email at steve@suaveyards.com.

Do Snow Blowers Have Oil Filters? (Solved)

by Steve Mann
Close up of oil filter

Oil filters are essential for the smooth running of a car, but do snow blowers have oil filters? It is an interesting question, as you might assume an oil filter is vital for any working piece of machinery. And you don’t want your snow blower to let you down in …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers

Does Milwaukee Make A Snow Blower? (Revealed)

by Steve Mann
Milwaukee logo

Every company has its own devoted set of customers, but Milwaukee definitely would rank right up there with the most ardent fanbases. For a variety of reasons many people swear by its tools, and it is at this time of year that one question begins to pop up more and …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Does A Snow Blower Have An Air Filter? (Revealed)

by Steve Mann
Close up of air filter

Recently I wrote an article asking if you can run a lawn mower without an air filter. The piece emphasized how such a tiny and inexpensive piece of kit is so vital to the running of a lawn mower. So that got me thinking I should address another question that …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

How Much is Enough? Snow Blower Horsepower: A Comprehensive Guide

by Steve Mann
Man pushing snow blower

Snow blower horsepower – What is it? Is it important? How do you calculate it? How many cc to one unit of horsepower? Why aren’t snow blower engines measured in horsepower anymore? So many questions, such complicated answers… For the most part. Snow blower horsepower is a confusing subject (well …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Why Does My Snow Blower Shut Off When the Auger is Engaged? (Solved)

by Steve Mann
Frozen snow on window

Ah the teasing, tantalising nature of the snow blower! The snow has been coming down, so you get your trusty snow blower out of the garage, turn it on and get ready to clear the snow. And then almost as soon as you have started it stalls. It seemingly can’t …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Steel Vs Rubber Snow Blower Auger: Which Is The Best Choice?

by Steve Mann
Man pushing snow blower in heavy snow

Generally if you buy a snow blower, you won’t have to weigh up the steel auger vs rubber auger debate. That is because two-stage snow blowers have a steel auger, and single-stage snow blowers tend to have a rubber auger. Note I say ‘tend to have’, because that isn’t always …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

How Much Gas Does A Snow Blower Hold? A (Comprehensive) Analysis

by Steve Mann
Hand Holding Red Nozzle Pumping Gas - Fossil Fuel - Oil and Petrol

The question of how much gas a snow blower holds is a very important one. As much as we try and do our best to ensure we keep our snow blower topped up with fuel, there might be occasions when we simply forget! And if a big storm is on …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

The Great Snow Blower Debate: Toro Vs Ariens, Who Comes Out On Top?

by Steve Mann
Ariens and Toro logos

Forget ‘to be or not to be’, the real question is are Toro snow blowers better than Ariens? Of course, the debate is entirely subjective, Both brands have their own devoted set of fans, who will tell you why they favor one manufacturer over the other. But what is clear, …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Can You Use A Snow Blower On A Wood Deck? Yes or Snow? (Sorry!)

by Steve Mann
Light snow coating on deck

If you have a deck and live in an area that gets a lot of snow, keeping it snow free can be time-consuming, challenging and exhausting! So when you have machines available that are specifically designed to quickly and easily clear areas of snow it is only natural you might …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Why Are Snow Blowers So Loud? The (Ear Drum Busting) Truth!

by Steve Mann
Ear muffs on rack

If a tree falls in the woods and no one is around does it make a noise? I am going to say, yes. If a snow blower blows in the snow does it make a noise? Yes!! Definitely. Snow blowers are not quiet bits of machinery. In fact, they are …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools
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Hi, my name is Steve and I am the founder and editor of Suave Yards.

Once upon a time I was a complete gardening newbie, but over the last few years I have learnt a lot about yard care – all stemming from taking over a mess of a garden when I started at university!

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