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When straw blowers first came out, their purpose was to protect the recently seeded soil. It was developed after World War II, in order to give landscapers better profits during the time of increased road construction. Instead of having to spread straw by hand on the...

Hydroseeding involves creating a slurry of seed, mulch, fertilizer, water and soil amendments that are applied to a lawn from a tank. The process generates seed germination within a couple of weeks. Hydroseeding is used for beautifying yards, creating athletic fields,...

An aerator tool can improve the flow of water, air, and nutrients to your lawn. It is a way to combat problems with soil compaction and excessive thatch. When soil is compacted, it feels hard and dry. High-traffic areas are subject to soil compaction. Uneven growth...

Skid Steers are a very versatile piece of farm equipment. One reason for this is that it has the ability to fit into very small spaces. As versatile as they are, though, there are dangers that come with using them and it is important to follow all the safety...

It is natural for lawns to become compacted overtime due to repeated rainstorms and other forms of moisture. This compacting can prove problematic, as nutrients then have trouble making their way into the actual grass. Aeration methods such as a core aerator works by...

Portable light towers have high intensive lights attached to a mast installed on a mobile trailer. The trailer has a generator set running on a diesel engine, allowing the lights to operate for hours without being connected to another power source. Often used in the...

Jackhammers are useful in construction, but they need to be used properly. Before operating one, be sure to secure the safety of the job site. This incudes setting up a work perimeter and posting appropriate signage. Additionally, wear proper PPE such as a hardhat,...

Lawn aeration is a process used to combat lawn compaction. Compaction of lawn can cause puddling, erosion, water runoff, and lawn diseases. By perforating the lawn, aeration makes it easier for oxygen, nutrients and water to reach the grass roots. A lawn laid from sod...

There are quite a few benefits that you can get from renting a wood chipper in the fall. One of the best things is that you don't have to buy the wood chipper, so you don't have to find a place to store it and you won't waste money on something you don't need to use...

Aerating your lawn can be very valuable to the overall health of the grass and will also make the lawn look much nicer as well. When your soil gets compacted, it affects your grass and leads to a lack of healthy color. If your lawn looks like it is stressed and/or...