Types of Snow Shovels & Pushers at Do it Best

Different snow shovel designs handle snow in different ways. A traditional snow shovel is a good option for scooping and lifting snow, but a snow pusher moves snow forward without requiring as much lifting. Do it Best offers multiple different types of snow shovels to suit different needs. A breakdown of the shovels Do it Best offers is in the table below:

Snow Shovel Features to Think About

Small design differences can affect how comfortable and efficient a snow shovel is during a long winter season. Compare these features before purchasing your shovel:

• Blade material: Plastic or poly blades are lightweight and resist corrosion, which makes them best for routine use. Metal blades provide additional strength but are typically heavier. Reinforced wear strips can also help protect the blade edge from pavement.
• Blade shape: Curved blades on traditional snow shovels are better for scooping, lifting, and carrying snow. Wider blades on snow pushers are better for pushing snow across driveways, sidewalks, and other flat surfaces.
• Handle design: Straight handles are the traditional grip, but bent or ergonomic handles can reduce how much you need to bend while shoveling. D-grips and oversized handles can also provide better control.
• Handle length: Longer handles can offer better leverage and reach, and shorter handles provide more control in tight areas and around vehicles. Choose a length that feels comfortable for your height and normal use.
• Size and weight: Larger blades move more snow at once but get heavy when filled with wet or packed snow. Smaller shovels are easier to control on steps, around entrances, or during heavy snowfall.

Which Type of Snow Shovel Should You Choose?

Different snow shovel designs are made for different snow removal jobs. Start with where and how you expect to use the tool, then choose the design that best matches those conditions.

• Choose a standard snow shovel if you need a versatile option. Traditional shovels work well for scooping, lifting, and throwing snow from steps, sidewalks, decks, porches, and smaller driveways. Their maneuverability also makes them useful around corners, entrances, parked vehicles, and other tight areas.
• Choose a snow pusher if you regularly clear large, flat surfaces. The wide blade moves snow along the ground rather than requiring you to repeatedly lift and throw it. Pushers are most useful for driveways and long sidewalks with light to moderate snow buildup, but they’re less effective with more compact snow.
• Choose an automotive snow shovel if you want a tool to keep in your vehicle. Small designs for storage in vehicles take up less trunk space and provide a way to clear snow from around tires, doors, or parking spaces.
• Choose a sled snow shovel if you need to move larger amounts of snow. These high-capacity shovels use a deep, wide scoop to collect and move snow across the ground. They can be good for long driveways, parking areas, and larger properties where moving a lot of snow efficiently is important.

For properties with several different clearing areas, one shovel may not handle every job efficiently. A wide pusher or sled shovel can handle open pavement, but a traditional shovel allows more control for steps, entrances, and tighter spaces. Make sure you have all the tools you need for winter before the snow storms start to roll in.

Shop Snow Shovels & Pushers at Do it Best

Get ready for the next snowfall with a snow shovel suited to your home and usual winter weather conditions. Compare standard shovels, snow pushers, automotive shovels, and high-capacity sled designs to build a reliable snow removal setup. And remember to always follow safe snow removal practices this winter.

Shop our collection of snow shovels and pushers online today. Get home delivery or take advantage of same-day pickup at a local Do it Best store.