Makita Blowers & Vacuums
Makita blower options clear leaves, dust and site mess fast, without dragging a lead or firing up petrol.
When you're sick of sweeping up at the end of the day or you need a quick tidy before handover, a Makita cordless blower is the easy win. From a compact Makita 18V blower for van and workshop clean-ups to higher-power Makita blower 36V and Makita 40V blower models for wet leaves and bigger areas, you can match the airflow to the job and the battery platform you already run.
What Jobs Are Makita Blowers and Vacuums Best At?
- Clearing wet leaves and light debris off paths, driveways, and access routes so you are not dragging muck through a client's house or a finished area.
- Blowing out vans, racking, and toolboxes after a dusty week, where a Makita hand blower gets into corners a brush never reaches.
- Tidying gardens and site perimeters on maintenance rounds, using a Makita 18V leaf blower for quick hits without the noise and faff of petrol.
- Shifting sawdust and chippings around joinery and landscaping work, then switching to a Makita leaf vacuum or Makita blower vacuum to collect and bag it instead of spreading it about.
- Cleaning down patios, block paving, and gravel edges before sealing or handover, where a Makita battery blower gives you control without blasting material everywhere.
Choosing the Right Makita Blower
Sorting the right Makita blower is simple: match the battery platform and power to the mess you actually deal with, not the one-off worst day.
1. 18V LXT vs 36V vs 40V
If you want a light, grab-and-go Makita 18V blower for vans, workshops, and quick tidy-ups, LXT is spot on. If you are regularly shifting wet leaves and heavier debris, step up to a Makita blower 36V or Makita 40V blower for the extra shove and run time.
2. Blower only vs blower vacuum
If you just need to clear areas fast, stick with a Makita cordless blower. If the job needs leaving tidy with less bagging by hand, a Makita blower vac or Makita leaf vacuum makes sense because it collects as well as shifts.
3. Body only vs kit with battery
If you are already on Makita LXT, a Makita 18V blower body only is the sensible buy and keeps costs down. If it is your first Makita garden tool, get a Makita blower with battery so you are not stuck with a tool you cannot run on day one.
Makita Blower FAQs
Which Makita leaf blower is best?
The best Makita leaf blower is the one that matches your workload and batteries. For quick tidy-ups and van clean-outs, a Makita 18V blower is usually plenty. For wet leaves, bigger gardens, and regular use, you will feel the benefit of stepping up to a Makita leaf blower 36V or a Makita 40V blower for more airflow and longer run time.
Is a Makita 18V blower actually powerful enough for leaves?
Yes, for dry leaves and light debris it does the job properly, especially on patios, paths, and around doorways. If you are dealing with wet leaves, compacted mess, or large areas every week, that is where a Makita blower 36V or Makita blower 40V earns its keep.
Should I buy a Makita blower body only or a kit with battery?
If you are already on Makita LXT, body only is the sensible route because you can run it on the batteries you have. If you are not on the platform yet, buy a Makita blower with battery so you are not chasing packs and chargers separately.
What is the point of a Makita blower vacuum instead of just blowing?
Blowing is faster for shifting mess, but it does not remove it. A Makita blower vacuum or Makita garden vacuum is the better choice when you need to collect leaves into a bag for disposal, or when you are working in tight gardens where you cannot just blow everything into a corner.
Will a Makita cordless blower rinse batteries quickly?
It can do if you run it flat out, because moving air takes power. If you want proper run time, use the lowest setting that still shifts the debris and keep a spare battery in the van, especially on Makita 18V leaf blower jobs where you are doing multiple clear-ups in a day.
Who Uses Makita Blowers and Garden Vacs?
- Landscapers and gardeners who need a Makita garden blower for daily clear-ups and a Makita garden vacuum for lifting leaves without spending half the day raking.
- Site managers and handover teams doing final clean lines, because a Makita cordless blower shifts dust and grit fast before the photos and sign-off.
- Chippies and kitchen fitters who use a Makita 18V blower to clear sawdust from rooms and thresholds without dragging a vacuum through finished work.
- Facilities and maintenance teams who keep a Makita 18V blower body only in the van, then run it on the same LXT batteries as the rest of their kit.
How Makita Blowers and Blower Vacs Work for You
It is all about moving air with control. The right setup saves time, keeps the job tidy, and stops you fighting the tool.
1. Air volume and air speed
Air speed helps lift stuck debris, and air volume helps carry it away. For dry dust and light leaves, an 18V Makita blower is usually plenty, but wet leaves and heavier mess often need the extra push you get from Makita 36V and Makita 40V blower models.
2. Variable control for finished areas
A Makita hand blower with proper variable trigger or speed settings lets you feather the airflow around gravel, borders, and door thresholds, so you clear the mess without blasting stones or mulch everywhere.
3. Vacuum mode is for collection, not just shifting
A Makita blower vacuum or Makita cordless garden vacuum pulls leaves into a bag, which is what you want when the client expects it gone, not just moved to the next corner.
Makita Blower Accessories That Make the Job Easier
A couple of add-ons turn a decent Makita blower into a tool you actually reach for every day, especially on tidy-up and handover work.
1. Spare LXT and XGT Batteries
A Makita battery blower is only as useful as the charge you have left, so a spare battery stops you packing up halfway through a clear-up or when you are doing multiple properties back to back.
2. Fast Charger
A proper fast charger is the difference between getting another run done over lunch and staring at a dead pack, especially if you are running a Makita 18V blower all day on maintenance rounds.
3. Concentrator and Flat Nozzles
A concentrator nozzle helps shift stubborn debris out of corners and along edges, and a flat nozzle is handy for pushing a line of leaves without scattering them back across the path.
4. Vacuum Bags and Replacement Tubes
If you are using a Makita leaf vacuum or Makita blower vac, keep spare bags and any wear parts to hand, because nothing kills productivity like a torn bag or a missing tube when you are trying to finish and load up.
Shop Makita Blowers and Vacuums at ITS
Whether you need a compact Makita 18V blower body only, a higher-power Makita blower 36V, or a Makita 40V blower for bigger clear-ups, we stock the full spread of Makita blowers and blower vacs in one place. It is all held in our own warehouse, ready for next day delivery so you can get the right kit on site without waiting around.
