Snowfall in the UK and Europe can be hard to forecast, and therefore the arrival of snow can be unpredictable.
When it does arrive, it’s a good idea to clear it from your decking, patio, backyard and other susceptible areas of your garden. Good news – you can combine your PH1400E multi-tool power head to EGO’s SSA1200 snow shovel attachment to make this winter task an easy and effortless undertaking.
Features of the EGO SSA1200 Snow Shovel
The cordless SSA1200 snow shovel is simple and straightforward to use on outdoor spaces. However, being powered by EGO’s revolutionary battery technology is just the start of this useful winter tool.
- So you can clear the snow from outdoor spaces with comfort and ease, EGO’s cordless snow shovel comes with:
- A 300mm cutting swath which enables you to breeze through this chilly task by swallowing large amounts of snow at once
- A maximum throwing distance of 7.5m, allowing you to easily clear an area without making additional work for yourself
- A tilling speed of 1650-2000rpm, clearing the snow from the area you are working in at a super-fast speed
All of these features are powered by the PH1400E multi-tool power head.
Why should you clear snow from outdoor spaces?
There are several reasons to clear snow from your outdoor areas such as patios, decking and driveways. The main ones being:
- Snow can be a slipping hazard and therefore pose a potential risk to your health and safety
- The accumulation of snow on plants can cause structural damage. The weight can cause branches and stems to break under the pressure, and it can also damage evergreen tree leaves
When the snow hits
When snow hits, there’s no longer a need to panic.
Firstly, make sure you have both the EGO SSA1200 snow shovel to hand, as well as the PH1400E multi-tool power head it attaches to (plus a charged battery). Wearing the appropriate clothing is essential - waterproof and warm clothing and full PPE, which includes synthetic work gloves and safety glasses.
Dealing with snow in your patio or yard
Tackling the snow on your patio or yard is straightforward enough. Just be mindful of where the snow will be thrown when you start clearing the area. The last thing you want to do is create more work for yourself by throwing the snow within the same area you’re trying to clear.
Dealing with snow in your garden
When clearing the snow in your garden, remove any build-up of snow fall off your outdoor structures, such as greenhouses, garden roofs, and cold frames. This can easily be done with an EGO LB5800E Leaf Blower.
The same applies to any heavy deposits of snow on tree branches and boughs.
With all the snow on the ground, you’re best leaving it on your lawn or turf to melt on its own, and keep off it until all of it has disappeared.
Other essential tasks in the garden this winter
Even if you don’t see any snow this winter, there are plenty more jobs to do around the garden to keep you busy. Whatever jobs you decide to tackle, make sure to come prepared with the appropriate tools.
To prune unwanted branches from your garden trees and shrubs, a cordless chainsaw or the 25cm pole saw multi-tool attachment should complete this task perfectly.
A snow-free patio or yard is still susceptible to dead leaves and other debris. Regularly clearing these areas throughout winter with either a cordless leaf blower or bristle brush will make light work of this task.
Winter is the perfect time to sharpen and tend to any tools for the upcoming growing season too. If you happen to own an EGO battery lawn mower, then read this guide on how to store your mower away for the winter months.