How do I choose the right weight for a BLACK+DECKER leaf blower?

Opt for a weight you can comfortably manage for your yard work. Some weights we carry include <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Leaf-Blowers/BLACK-DECKER/Charger/5-10/N-5yc1vZbxavZe7cZ1z0moneZ1z1u54a?emt=plpfaq_2502_leafblowers" style="text-decoration: underline;">5 - 10</a> and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Leaf-Blowers/BLACK-DECKER/Charger/Less-Than-5/N-5yc1vZbxavZe7cZ1z0moneZ1z1v0ym?emt=plpfaq_2502_leafblowers" style="text-decoration: underline;">less than 5</a>.

What does a leaf blower's max air volume (CFM) mean for my yard work?

CFM, or cubic feet per minute, measures how much air a leaf blower moves, directly impacting its clearing power. Higher CFM blowers (like those in the <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Leaf-Blowers/200-300/N-5yc1vZbxavZ2bcttt?emt=plpfaq_2502_leafblowers" style="text-decoration: underline;">200-300 CFM</a> or <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Leaf-Blowers/300-400/N-5yc1vZbxavZ2bcttu?emt=plpfaq_2502_leafblowers" style="text-decoration: underline;">300-400 CFM</a> range) are best for quickly clearing larger areas and tackling heavy, wet leaves, while lower CFM options are suited for small yards and lighter debris.

Why is having an adjustable speed and turbo option on a leaf blower beneficial?

An <a href=”https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Leaf-Blowers/Adjustable-Speed/N-5yc1vZbxavZ1z0ktz9?emt=plpfaq_2502_leafblowers" style="text-decoration: underline;">adjustable speed</a> feature allows you to vary the airflow to tackle tasks like gently clearing flower beds versus powerfully moving wet leaves. The <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Leaf-Blowers/Turbo/N-5yc1vZbxavZ1z0ktyu?emt=plpfaq_2502_leafblowers" style="text-decoration: underline;">turbo</a> setting provides an extra power boost when needed, making quick work of stubborn piles and debris. This gives you greater control and versatility for all your yard cleanup needs.