Section · 4 guides
Snow and ice
Snow blowers, shovels, ice melt and roof rakes: what each clears, how the types differ and how to clear snow without climbing onto a roof.
Snow Blowers: Single-Stage vs Two-Stage vs Cordless, Which to Buy
Single-stage vs two-stage snow blowers, gas or cordless: clearing width, intake height and snow depth from maker spec pages, plus CPSC safety rules.CompareIce Melt vs Rock Salt: Which Is Safe for Concrete, Pets and Plants
Rock salt vs calcium chloride, magnesium chloride and pet-safe ice melt: working temperatures, concrete damage, pets and plants, from extension and vet sources.AnswerRoof Rakes and Ice Dams: How to Clear Roof Snow From the Ground
Why ice dams form, how to prevent them step by step, how to use a roof rake from the ground, what heat cables can and cannot do, and when to call a pro.FixSnow Shovels: Ergonomic, Pusher and Electric Shovels Compared
Ergonomic shovels, snow pushers and cordless electric shovels compared on blade width and snow depth, plus the American Heart Association's shoveling advice.Buying guide