Our bet is you're already pretty tired of the snow. Ice covered windows, slippery sidewalks, and slushy streets don't make for a very good time. Depending on where you live, you might spend just a little or a whole lot of time outside with your snow thrower, trying to clear your driveway and get on your way. With the right snow thrower and snow clearing technique, you can make the winter season a little easier on yourself.
Using the Right Snow Thrower
One of the easiest ways to decide on the right snow thrower is to evaluate the snowfall in your area. You don't need a big, powerful snow thrower for just a little snow, just like a little single-stage snow thrower won't do much good if you're trying to clear those tricky, three feet high drifts.
If your area only receives a light snow, a single-stage thrower will do the job. For medium to large cleanups of heavy snow, invest in a two-stage snow thrower. For extremely wet and heavy snow, we suggest a three-stage snow thrower.
Designate the Driveway
When everything's covered in snow, how can you tell where you need to start and stop your snow thrower? We suggest outlining your walkways and driveway with reflector stakes prior to the first heavy snowfall, if possible. By outlining these areas, you can help protect plants and hedge roots.
Pick the Pile Up Zone
When snow throwing, you want to make sure you're not allowing the snow to build up on the foundation walls or sides of your home. If snow ends up in those areas, it can melt, refreeze, and previous cracks have the potential to widen. In a worst case scenario, these cracks can open wide enough to let water seep into the walls of your home, causing unnecessary water damage and rotting wood.
If you need assistance in replacing a part for your snow thrower, use the Cub Cadet Parts n' More Parts Lookup Tool, or contact one of our trained specialists.
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