The newest snow blowers can be quick to sell out, especially battery-powered snow blowers. They have become increasingly popular as they are found to be comparable with gas snow blowers. Advantages listed included: starting instantly, being lighter, easier to handle, and running quieter than a gas model.
Participating Kane County Ace Hardware stores have a wide selection of battery-powered snow blowers in stock this season.
Price: $1,499
Power Type: electric
Intake Height: 20 inch intake height, 18 car driveway
Ace Hardware says: “If you don't know how to manage an engine year round, having an electric snow blower that is finally powerful enough to clear a few driveways and handle 20 inch snowfalls is pretty nice. It surprised me.”
EGO says: “The new EGO POWER+ 2-Stage Snow Blower is the only cordless 2-stage snow blower that delivers the power and performance of gas without the noise, fuss and fumes.”
Model Name: EGO Power+ Auger-Propelled Snow Blower
Price: $999
Power Type: electric
Intake Height: 13 inch intake height, 16 car driveway
Ace Hardware says: “It is so much quicker than an older snow blower, or gas model. Snow blowing once felt like a long, drawn out chore. Now it is an enjoyable, quickly completed task on a winter day, and I don't have to worry about my hands freezing!”
EGO says: “Auger-Propelled Snow Blower design cleans pavement quickly and easily, delivering the power and performance of gas without the noise, fuss, or fumes.”
Price: $849
Power Type: electric
Intake Height: 13 inch intake height, 16 car driveway
Ace Hardware says: “If storage space or heated handles aren't necessities for you, this would be your best valued option.”
EGO says: “The EGO POWER+ Snow Blower delivers the power and performance of gas-powered snow blowers without the noise, fuss, and fumes. Featuring Peak Power™ technology, this cordless snow blower combines the power of any two EGO 56V ARC Lithium™ batteries for the performance to clear even the heaviest, wettest snow with a throwing distance up to 40 feet. Built with a high-efficiency brushless motor and steel auger, this cordless electric snow blower handles what the city snowplow leaves behind with ease, cutting through ice and snow 50% faster (compared to SNT2102). EGO harnesses the power of the industry's most advanced 56V, 7.5Ah ARC lithium™ batteries to clear 8 inches of snow on a 16-car driveway. Experience Power Beyond Belief™ with the EGO POWER+ Snow Blower and the entire EGO POWER+ lineup.”
Price: $749
Power Type: electric
Intake Height: 13 inch intake height, 12 car driveway
Ace Hardware says: “If you're looking for a more affordable option and don't need to worry about a larger driveway, this would be your ideal choice.”
EGO says: “Featuring Peak Power™ technology, this snow blower combines the power of any two EGO 56V ARC Lithium™ batteries for the power to clear heavy, wet snow with a throwing distance up to 40 ft.”
Relying on a snow blower saves time, money and health. The National Safety Council estimated roughly 11,000 people a year are injured clearing snow.
For more information and store hours about participating Kane County Ace Hardware stores, visit Ace Hardware online.
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