Q: How do I know when my rubber paddles on my single stage snowthrower need to be replaced?
A: Take a look at the wear indicator holes in your snowthrower paddles. When the rubber paddles are worn to the holes, it is advised that you have the paddles replaced. Another good indicator is to see how far you are tilting your snowthrower up when blowing snow. If the handles are almost straight up and down, the rubber paddles may need to be replaced. It is also advised to check the scraper bar for wear at this time as they tend to need to be replaced around the same time. While amount and type of use will make results vary significantly, rubber paddles should last about three to five years for a 20’x50’ driveway with sidewalks.
