The USA began using salt on roadways in the 1930s. Back then we would go through about 5,000 tons in a given winter, while today we easily run through more than 20 million tons of salt according to research at the University of Vermont. Winter brings forth picturesque landscapes blanketed in snow, but it also …
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The largest winter storm to ever hit Chicago occured in January 1967. It snowed for 2 days, boasting 23 inches of snowfall and winds up to 53 MPH. If a snow storm of this capacity hits our beloved city again, will you be ready for it? The goal of Beverly Companies from the beginning was …
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As the vibrant colors of autumn gradually give way to the cooler embrace of winter, it’s time to turn your attention to preparing your lawn for the challenges that lie ahead. Below are six essential steps to fortify your turf and ensure it weathers the seasonal transition with resilience and vigor. Keep your lawn in …
No two maintenance contracts are the same — so how do you know what is right for your property? Just like snow and ice removal contracts, knowing what to look for in a contract is important to making an informed decision. All landscape maintenance contracts are different and fully customizable, it’s not as simple as …
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Did you have big plans for outdoor renovations that didn’t get done last year? More and more people are choosing to “staycation” instead of travel, and now is the perfect time to think ahead for next season. It is never too early to plan for those outdoor improvements, additions, or complete makeovers. From outdoor kitchens …
Salt Brine… what is it? Do you need it? If conditions are right, salt brine might be an important process to keeping your parking lots, sidewalks, and entrances safe for your customers, employees, and tenants. How can it benefit and make a difference for your property and snow management program? Read on! What Is Brine? …
Landscaping during the upcoming winter months is probably one of the last things on your mind. But it just so happens to be the ideal time to prune trees and shrubs around your property. If you’ve never heard of ‘Dormant Pruning’, it is the practice of pruning deciduous trees and shrubs in late Fall to …
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There are many inconsistencies throughout the industry in how Snow and Ice Management companies choose to present their seasonal agreements to potential clients. “Apples to apples” is a term we hear most often; it is also a term that only really applies to seasonal agreements. That being said, the consistency from vendor to vendor applying …
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From the rapid melting of a 9-day consecutive, February snowfall, to multiple inches of rain causing flooding; all with temperatures fluctuating from below freezing to over 50°. For some Property Managers and Property Owners, Chicago’s freeze thaw cycle has been especially brutal these past few months, wreaking havoc on parking lots across the region. How Freeze Thaw Effects …
Summer is officially just a few days away and the Chicagoland area has already seen warmer than normal temperatures and record-setting rainfall (for May). The combination of these two weather patterns, heavy rains followed by extended hot/dry periods, create the perfect conditions for diseases in our turf. One of those diseases is Ascochyta Leaf Blight (pictured …