Is a three-stage snow blower better than a two-stage?

• <div><p>When it comes to deciding whether a two-stage or three-stage snow blower is better, you must consider the amount of snowfall you get, the size of the area, and your budget. </p><p>A three-stage snow blower is more efficient at clearing higher volumes of snow quicker and removing ice build-up. It’s ideal for commercial use and removing snow from large areas. Make sure to compare <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/snow-removal-equipment-types.htm">various types of snow removal equipment</a> to ensure you purchase the one that is best for your needs. </p></div>

How much does a snow blower cost?

• <div><p>The price of snow blowers varies significantly and depends on the type, brand, and model you buy.<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-use-snowblower.htm"> Snow blowers cost</a> anywhere from <b>$950 to $1,500 </b>or more. Two-stage and three-stage snow blowers are more costly for self-propelled models with additional features such as power steering and heated hand grips.</p></div>

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Q: How long does removal take?

• <div><p>Removal typically takes 30 minutes to 1 hour per item, depending on accessibility and size.</p></div>

Q: Can I use hot water to melt my driveway?

• <div><p>You can use hot water to melt ice from your driveway, but there are some serious caveats. Very hot water can quickly melt ice and remove it, which is helpful if you&rsquo;re very short on time and need a solution ASAP. However, it will only work across a small area, after which there&rsquo;s a chance the water will freeze again. The sudden clash of temperatures is dangerous for fragile materials, notably windows and other glass, so you&rsquo;ll want to keep the water away from your car.</p></div>

Q: Will salt melt ice overnight?

• <div><p>Whether salt melts ice overnight will depend on how low the temperature drops. If temperatures stay around 30 degrees Fahrenheit, you can count on salt melting ice overnight. Otherwise, the lower temperatures get, the less effective the salt is in melting ice, and the more likely you&rsquo;ll wake up with a slippery driveway the next day. </p><p> </p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2025
Excellent work..all day taking down large tree with stump removal. Very professional and skilled and very neat.
Adirondack Tree Masters LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
Rocky's Garage Door provides top notch service for your garage door repair or replacement needs. He was super responsive, very professional, and accommodating to include fitting my schedule for install. I got a great price on full removal and replacement of two 9x7 doors with openers that...
Rockys Garage Door
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Reviewed in May 2021
Although I sent photos of my current countertops, I was never told it would be an extra charge to remove them, so they did not charge me. However, I ordered a sink and faucet from them also and, as has been done in my previous homes, I assumed they would install the faucet but no, when completed...
J&A Stone Designs Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2020
John arrived 10minutes early, (all by himself) removed both riser covers, pumped tank completely empty, replaced both covers. He did mention it would be less than his quote: because it was only 1250 gallons not the 1500 which I had told him!! I have never had better service.
J.S. Septic and Sewer Services
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Reviewed in November 2016
What I liked the most was the fact that they have a lot of experience. They're very good. They also cleaned snow off our roof.
MOSHER ROOFING SVC
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Reviewed in February 2016
I used the scheduling option on the Angie's List website and received a call to confirm a time within a couple hours. Work was done quickly and most importantly, the issue was resolved. (He removed the water filter that ran from our well to our water softener. The water was so hard, it gunked...
Rfc Inc Contracting
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Reviewed in June 2012
The online experience of ordering the washer and dryer was perfect but Home Depot's delivery was not that good. They told me they didn't have room to take the old appliances even though it was in the contract. They took the washer but we had to remove the dryer ourselves. When Home Depot...
The Home Depot
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Reviewed in August 2011
It went very well. This is very HOT work at this time of year and I recommend this company for being diligent and mindful of getting the job done on time. Our home is far more pleasing to the eye than before and we are looking forward to far less snow/ice buildup t!his winter! I would and...
GXR Construction
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