Leaf Blower

Five of the best sites for leaf blowers. Know of another site that should be listed here? Leave your suggestion at the bottom of this page.

1. Leaf Blower Reviews from ConsumerSearch.com - This page brings together a handful of leaf blowers rated as best based on reviews done by major publications, including blowers by Toro, Black and Decker, Echo, and Homelite. Also includes an extensive article that can help you decide on gas leaf blowers versus electric leaf blowers, as well as other factors to consider before you buy. (www.consumersearch.com)

2. Lowe’s Leaf Blower Buying Guide - This guide doesn’t tell you which leaf blower is best, but it does discuss types of blowers to help you choose, including simple leaf blowers versus blowers that also vacuum up leaves, handheld versus backpack versus walk behind leaf blowers, and gas-powered leaf blowers versus electric blowers. It also gives some advice on specifications you’ll see on the blowers, such as CFM, MPH, decibels, reduction ratio and more. (www.lowes.com)

3. Stihl Leaf Blowers - Major manufacturer of leaf blowers offers handheld blowers, shredder vac blowers, and backpack leaf blowers. Use the comparison chart to find out which of their 13 models suits your needs best, and find out where to buy online or offline at a local Stihl dealer. (www.stihlusa.com)

4. Echo Leaf Blowers - Get information and specifications on any of this manufacturer’s 15 handheld or backpack leaf blowers, from lightweight consumer models to more professional / commercial models. You can’t buy directly from the site, but you can find a distributor here. (www.echo-usa.com)

5. Leaf Blower at Wikipedia - Article on what a leaf blower does (blows leaves) and a short history of blowers’ invention and concerns about their noise. Recommended to only the most die-hard leaf blower fan. (en.wikipedia.org)