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What is the Ideal Snow Blower Height For A Gravel Driveway? (Solved)

by Steve Mann
Man clearing very snow drive with car in background

Getting the right snow blower height for a gravel driveway is important, otherwise gravel could end up getting thrown everywhere, including through a house or car window… And that is something you don’t want. On top of that there are a few important dos and don’ts you want to remember …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Why Does My Snow Blower Backfire? 9 Common Reasons (Revealed)

by Steve Mann
Backfiring car engine

A sudden explosive noise from any small engine will always cause concern.  If it happens when you are desperately trying to clear your yard of snow, it can be even more of a worry! The good news is, if you are wondering why your snow blower backfires, then we have …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Snow Blower Dies When Under Load? 13 Reasons Why (Explained)

by Steve Mann
Man pushing snow blower in heavy snow

If your snow blower dies when under a load you have a problem. If you only get light snowfalls, getting a shovel and clearing your drive of the white stuff isn’t too much of an issue. But if you get a lot of snow you want a reliable snow blower …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Why Is My Snow Blower Leaking Gas? (Comprehensively) Solved!

by Steve Mann
Dripping gas

Stepping into your garage and seeing puddles of gas on the floor is naturally concerning. Even more so if it is obvious they are coming from a machine, not a spilled gas can. And if that machine is a snow blower and you are in a rush to clear snow, …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Forgot To Drain Gas From Your Snow Blower? Problem Solved!

by Steve Mann
Man pushing snow blower in heavy snow storm

So you’ve just seen snow on the forecast for the first time this season and you start thinking about getting winter ready? And then you suddenly realize something… You forgot to drain the gas from the snow blower after its final outing at the end of last winter! It has …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

What Kind Of Gas Does A Snow Blower Use? (Explained)

by Steve Mann
Man pushing snow blower in winter

If you have paid a fair bit of money to buy a snow blower, then you want it to work as efficiently as possible. The last thing you need is for it not to start when you have a lot of snow to deal with. That probably explains why one …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Snow Blower Or Plow For Gravel Driveway – What Works Best?

by Steve Mann
Snow plow pushing snow

Do I need a snow blower or plow for my gravel driveway is a question that gets asked a lot. That is because you want to remove the snow, but you don’t want to remove the gravel. The truth is there is no straightforward answer as it is likely either …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Best Time To Buy A Snow Blower? (Expert) Opinions Rounded Up

by Steve Mann
Person using snow blower to clear snow

Trying to figure out when is the best time to buy a snow blower can be a bit of a minefield. Some people will tell you to buy one in the middle of the summer, others will say as winter comes to an end is your best bet and many …

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Categories Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

How Long Do Snow Blowers REALLY Last? (Discussed)

by Steve Mann
People on snow blower in heavy snow

How long do snow blowers last, isn’t a simple question to answer. It does vary depending upon a number of factors. But with some careful research, proper maintenance and a few other things, there is no reason your snow blower cannot last you a LONG time. In this post we …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools

Snowblower Won’t Stay Running? 7 Reasons Why (Revealed)

by Steve Mann
Man using snowblower on snowy landscape

So your snowblower won’t stay running? That can be both incredibly annoying and a huge inconvenience if the snow is coming down hard outside and you just want to clear your driveway/yard. As with all mechanical problems, there is always a reason and (nearly) always a solution as well. We …

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Categories Advice, Snow Blowers, Yard Tools
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