Ariens warranty for snow blowers
The short version
Ariens covers snow blowers in full for 3 years, then keeps cast-iron auger gearcase covered to 5 years. That full coverage is the same as most of the 5 brands we compared, which typically cover 3 years in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From Ariens's published warranty, checked October 2026.
What's covered
Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: 3 yearsPartial: to 5 years
- Full coverageWhole snow blower3 years
- Partial coverageCast-iron auger gearcase5 years
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Accidental breaks and misuse
- Stopping working from outside causes
Good to know before you buy
- Register right away at the time of sale; coverage is for the original buyer.
- Bring proof of purchase to an Ariens dealer for warranty service.
- Using fuel with more than 10% ethanol voids the warranty.
How other brands compare for snow blowers
- 2. Honda43/100 · Full: 3 years
- 3. Honda Power Equipment43/100 · Full: 3 years
- 4. Craftsman32/100 · Full: 2 years
- 5. Snow Joe32/100 · Full: 2 years
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for snow blowers.
- CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- Harbor FreightMost items90 days
- The Home DepotMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
- Theisen's Home Farm AutoUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
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- Northern Tool + EquipmentMost items60 days from delivery
- Family Farm & HomeGreat Lakes storesMost items60 days
- Ace HardwareMost items30 days
- Do it BestMost items30 days
- Lowe'sMost outdoor power equipment (mowers, tillers, snow blowers)30 days
- Tractor SupplyMost items30 days
- Murdoch's Ranch & Home SupplyMountain West storesMost items30 days
- Rural KingMidwest storesMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for snow blowers where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
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