Materials

• Use a telescopic, adjustable pole to be the arm of your snow rake. Items such as a long-reaching light bulb changing apparatus or a long-armed duster or floor cleaning pole can act as your snow rake pole. If you don't have a telescopic, adjustable pole, use a broom or mop handle and remove the broom or mop.
  The blade should be made of strong material and measure approximately 24 inches wide to ensure decent coverage. Use the end of your snow shovel to create your snow rake blade or use a sturdy piece of plastic or wood. Some household items you could use as a blade include a large plastic cat litter lid or even a rectangular pan. To connect the snow rake together, use duct tape, screws and an electric drill. Keep a ladder nearby in case you are unable to reach certain parts of the roof while using your snow rake.
  
  

Assembly

• Lay the pole on the ground and position the blade toward the end. Aim the pole toward the center of the blade and use duct tape to hold it in position. Hold your rake upside down so that the top of the pole is firmly planted on the ground and the blade portion is at eye level.
  Place one screw on the bottom of the blade, directly underneath the pole. Using the electric drill, drill one screw into the blade and through the pole. Add another screw to the bottom of the blade and into the pole. Your snow rake should now resemble a flat-head mop and is ready for use.
  
  

Use

• Your snow rake can be used on a variety of surfaces, but is extra handy for clearing snow from roofs. Remove snow from your roof by placing the blade on the roof and dragging the pole downward. As you drag the pole, the snow will be scraped with the blade and fall from your roof.
  You can also use the rake to clear snow from the top of mailboxes, play houses, patio furniture or even shrubbery.