does it work well for snow?
1414437
We haven't had it through the winter yet but it has held up well during lots of pretty heavy rain storms and wind. It's fairly heavy so I'm really not too concerned about the snow. I certainly plan on leaving it out and we live in Ohio. I'm very satisfied with this. Just be careful you order the right size - there are two sizes and I didn't notice it the 1st time I ordered.
1414438
I live in California however it has lasted through windstorms with absolutely no damage if that helps
1414439
We only get a little of snow, nothing real heavy. Heavy snow could probably sink it a little?? We've had that cover for about six years and it is still in great shape. A little dirty from rain/ice collecting on the top but still sturdy and zippers working fine. I feel the snow would slide right off if the top of the swing if it is kept tilted. In fact we just put it on the swing the other day and it still feels like the waterproof is still there!!
1414440
Yes it does. I live in the snow belt of Western NY and will be using again this winter.
71926
Not very good. This snow blower is better for lighter freshly fallen snow. Wet or heavy snow is difficult or impossible to remove with this product. You will need a heavy duty gas snow blower or a snow plow for that stuff.
2212926
That's a two part answer! It is heavy duty, not really. However if you are talking about being able to get the snow off, then it works perfectly. Snow is not the problem. The issue is if there is wet snow, sleet or rain. When water gets between the material and the car or wind shield, it will freeze there. At that point you have a greater chance for the material to rip. I have found that if you take a warm cup of water and pour it over the spots that have frozen, then you are in good shape and it will come off easier. Simply, if you know that it will just snow, then use it! You'll have no issues. If it is any other type of precipitation, then use with caution or use the warm water trick. Overall, it works for me and I am happy with it.
1930881
It is good. It lets some moisture through, but I had mine out in the snow and no problems, just some damp spots
1899754
Yes. I couldn't agree more. The one I bought for my broke after one light use and they said it was incorrect use. I guess it wasn't really made to blow snow.
1208404
It doesn't like really heavy snow, but as long as there isn't more than a foot of it, it still works. We had a storm already this year with 3 inches of dense/slushy snow...it worked...required a little more effort and had to go over some spots a couple times. I like this snowblower...it has freed me from having to get tune-ups, fill up oil and gas, etc. With this thing, I just pull it out of the shed and plug it in. Of course it's a little lightweight, isn't really good for more than a foot of snow.Oh and as someone else mentioned...this one is not particularly good at snow banks or clearing out the mailbox. The big ice chunks in the road still require a shovel. It doesn't like really heavy snow, but as long as there isn't more than a foot of it, it still works. We had a storm already this year with 3 inches of dense/slushy snow...it worked...required a little more effort and had to go over some spots a couple times. I like this snowblower...it has freed me from having to get tune-ups, fill up oil and gas, etc. With this thing, I just pull it out of the shed and plug it in. Of course it's a little lightweight, isn't really good for more than a foot of snow.Oh and as someone else mentioned...this one is not particularly good at snow... » Read More It doesn't like really heavy snow, but as long as there isn't more than a foot of it, it still works. We had a storm already this year with 3 inches of dense/slushy snow...it worked...required a little more effort and had to go over some spots a couple times. I like this snowblower...it has freed me from having to get tune-ups, fill up oil and gas, etc. With this thing, I just pull it out of the shed and plug it in. Of course it's a little lightweight, isn't really good for more than a foot of snow.Oh and as someone else mentioned...this one is not particularly good at snow banks or clearing out the mailbox. The big ice chunks in the road still require a shovel. « Show Less
128444
Like all snow blowers (or throwers) it struggles in wet snow. Being light weight it's hard to push. Through regular snow it's fine. Except you have to push a bit then also. The back wheels aren't much help. The chute turn handle broke the first timeI used it so I have to manually turn the chute. Otherwise it's a fine machine.
234230
Yes I have used mine in the rain and in the snow but cold affects battery life
427815
It does a decent job for fresh snow upto 6 inches. The quality of the product is average. Mine broke after 2 seasons.
2089455
I have used my Makita blower several times to blow light, fluffy snow off of my driveway, deck and car. It works quite well on snow up to maybe an inch and a half. You can blow deeper snow but it just blows a narrow swath and takes quite a while to do a large area.
1379450
It held up well last week when we got 8-10 inches of snow here in North Seattle. On the other hand, it does not look built to take much abuse. The documentation says that it is not recommended for all seasons.
2080669
Works great for snow, frost, sap from trees. I have not had any problems with it. 1500 Dodge Pick-up.
2092232
I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to tighten any which are loose. I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to... » Read More I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to tighten any which are loose. « Show Less
1208406
It worked very well with throwing deep snow off my nearly flat porch roof. I recommend it for fast cleaning of deep snow. You may have to lift it up md chip away at the snow banks. The wheels help a lot. It is powerful and a great snow tool. It works well.
197020
I use mine outdoors where it does get rain on and it works just fine. I live in Houston, so I don't know how it would do with snow.
197761
Yes my friend-this is the precise reason that I bought it - to blow a light snow from my walks, cars, etc... It works great for light snow blowing! Of course it depends on the temperature when u blow snow, the colder the better=the earlier the better/as the day warms up, the snow tends to stick to things and then u will have to break out the shovel or broom.
1908720
We are currently going through winter, and we had no issues with it. The few times my children have used it worked just fine.