Toro is encouraging homeowners to save themselves time, money and stress this winter by performing snow blower maintenance tasks this month before snow begins to fall. Oct. 15-21, 2025, marks the third annual National Snow Blower Maintenance Week, sponsored by Toro in collaboration with the National Day Calendar.
“Typical at-home maintenance can range from $80-$120 for most homeowners,” says Wes Bollingmo, channel and product support manager at Toro. “But, if maintenance is ignored or performed incorrectly, that cost could easily rise to several hundred dollars and, in many cases, complete replacement. Taking some time during Snow Blower Maintenance Week to protect your investment can give you peace of mind during the next winter storm.”
For gas snow blowers, key preventative maintenance activities include changing the oil, checking that operators are using fresh fuel and replacing the spark plug. For electric models, the primary maintenance point is to ensure that batteries are holding a full charge. General maintenance tasks regardless of the power train include inspecting parts for damage, tightening loose screws or bolts, verifying that all safety features and guards are functioning and in place, lubricating moving parts and checking skid shoes and paddles.
“The most commonly missed parts are skid shoes and scrapers on two-stage blowers and paddles and scrapers on single-stage models,” said Bollingmo. “Damage to these parts can cause performance issues and could lead to surface damage. When properly maintained, a quality snow blower can last decades.”
Optimal performance, whether the unit is gas or battery-powered, depends on regular upkeep. Many maintenance tasks can be completed at home by following the owner’s manual. If you’d prefer to have a trained technician handle your yearly tune-up, an authorized service dealer is a great resource.
