Snow Blower Survival Guide: 13 Essential Tips to Clear Faster, Safer, and Without Breaking Your Machine

1. Don’t Wait Until It Stops Snowing

One of the biggest mistakes people make?

Waiting until the storm is over and snow is already piled high.

Instead:

  • Start clearing before snow depth reaches about 6 inches.
  • Blow once mid-storm if it’s a big one, then again at the end.

Yes, you’ll spend more time outside.

But your machine will:

  • Work less hard
  • Throw snow farther
  • Build smaller banks along your driveway (easier for the next round)

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