Just in time for the winter that the Farmer's Almanac predicts will be a tough one, there is a new cordless and gas-free snow blower for homeowners. Snow Joe, which produces innovative tools for outdoor projects, offers a snow blower that runs for 25 to 40 minutes after each 3-hour charge and doesn't require a cord or gasoline – the Snow Joe iON. The iON also has an LED headlight and a 180-degree rotating chute that can be easily adjusted to control the snow stream, throwing it up to 20 feet at up to 495 pounds per minute.

Snow Joe retails for about $400 and is available at Amazon.com and Home Depot, among other locations.