by admin | Feb 29, 2012 | Snow Removal
Source: CompuWeather case data To read the full article with explanations of the legend, click here.
by admin | Feb 25, 2012 | landscape management
Common misconceptions about landscaping practices that could be hurting your lawn. Myth 1: There is a Program The idea that there is a perfect, flawless plan of chemicals, irrigation and mowing that fits all landscapes is a myth. It’s one that evolved as commercial...
by admin | Feb 23, 2012 | Snow Removal
Ever wonder what a snow removal vendor does other than push snow and spread salt during a snow storm? True Northians are busy for many hours prior to a storm and many hours and sometimes days after a storm. Our actions can be divided into two main types: Production...
by admin | Feb 21, 2012 | Snow Removal
No one expects or wants a slip and fall due to snow or ice to happen, but everyone should be prepared, just in case. This preparation begins with the initial discussion between your snow removal company and you, the property owner and/or manager. To reduce the...
by admin | Feb 15, 2012 | Snow Removal
Last time, we discussed that there are alternatives to using salt as a deicer. Today we will discuss the specifics of liquid deicers. The purpose of a deicer is to break the bond between snow or ice and the pavement. This process is different from using salt because...
by admin | Jan 31, 2012 | Blog
Every type of snow removal, from plowing parking lots to clearing sidewalks, affects its peripheral surroundings. The efficacy of the snow removal process depends on maintaining safe driving conditions on the roads. If good practices are not used, the removal process...
by admin | Jan 21, 2012 | Snow Removal, Weather
The day after I wrote the first article in this series, my daughter happened to watch an episode of one her favorite cartoons on PBS called “Cyberchase”. It was all about dew points, and this three minute clip from the show explains how dew points work...
by admin | Jan 19, 2012 | Blog, Snow Removal
Last year, the Navigator did a series of stories about deicing solutions. This winter we are focusing on weather systems. Our purpose is to help you understand what the meteorologists mean when they talk about an Alberta Clipper, the troposphere, dew points and how...
by admin | Jan 15, 2012 | RokTabs - Front Page
Integrated Landscape Management Every landscape is unique. There is no one-size-fits-all program. That’s why our approach to healthy landscaping is revolutionary. We customize programs specific to your landscape’s needs. More Information
by admin | Jan 13, 2012 | Snow Removal
Storms that produce precipitation in the Midwest originate from different areas outside of the US. The location of where these storms come ashore and the position of the jet stream give meteorologists an idea of how much precipitation to expect. However, this year has...
