Should I Be Worried About the Lone Star Tick?

Should I Be Worried About the Lone Star Tick?

Diseases & VectorsBlake Johnston
The lone star tick is a species of tick that aggressively feeds on a host to complete each stage of its life cycle. It is know to spread Alpha-gal Syndrome. The condition begins when a lone star tick releases a sugar molecule, alpha-gal, into the human body through its bite.
Should I Be Worried About the Lone Star Tick?

Should I Be Worried About the Lone Star Tick?

Diseases & VectorsBlake Johnston
The lone star tick is a species of tick that aggressively feeds on a host to complete each stage of its life cycle. It is know to spread Alpha-gal Syndrome. The condition begins when a lone star tick releases a sugar molecule, alpha-gal, into the human body through its bite.
How Do I Disinfect for Coronavirus at Work?

How Do I Disinfect for Coronavirus at Work?

VirusesBlake Johnston
Visiting your workplace during a time when there is an outbreak of a virus can be risky and sometimes hazardous to your health. However, by following these healthy routines in the office you can lower the risk of getting exposed to the virus.
What Is Lyme Disease and How to Avoid It

What Is Lyme Disease and How to Avoid It

Diseases & VectorsBlake Johnston
Lyme disease is an infection caused by the Borrelia Burgdorferi bacteria. The bacteria can be transmitted to humans through an infected black-legged or deer tick bite.
What Is a Power Trowel and Why to Use One

What Is a Power Trowel and Why to Use One

Concrete FinishingBlake Johnston
Power Trowels are a key component in the finishing process and is a step that should not be missed. Using one will make your job easier and your work more professional.
What Is Alpha-gal Syndrome and How to Avoid It

What Is Alpha-gal Syndrome and How to Avoid It

Diseases & VectorsBlake Johnston
Alpha-gal syndrome has been recently identified as a type of food allergy to red meat. Most  Alpha-Gal Syndrome cases usually occur in and around areas populated by the Lone Star tick. There are many ways to avoid ticks.
What is West Nile Virus And How to Avoid It

What is West Nile Virus And How to Avoid It

Pest ControlBlake Johnston
About 1 out of 5 people develop mild symptoms like fever, also called the West Nile fever. The most effective way to prevent WNV and other mosquito-borne diseases is to eliminate mosquitoes.
Pest Control Tips: Onion Fly

Pest Control Tips: Onion Fly

Backpack SprayersBlake Johnston
To help farmers and agro producers comprehend the everyday nature of microbiological life happening in the field, we have created this forum to discuss plague control in agriculture.
How to Vibrate Concrete - Tips Techniques and More

How to Vibrate Concrete - Tips Techniques and More

Concrete FinishingBlake Johnston
There are a variety of tools that are required to complete any concrete job.  One of the most important tools for any of these jobs is the concrete vibrator.  
Most Common Pests in Australia - Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane

Most Common Pests in Australia - Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane

How ToBlake Johnston
If you are looking to hire professionals to take care of these pest or even deal with them yourself, there are a few tricks you can start with to get rid of them quickly. 
Man using a plate compactor for soil compaction techniques to build retaining walls.

Soil Compaction Techniques and Equipment for Building Retaining Walls

building retaining wallsBlake Johnston
Retaining walls aren't difficult to build as long as you know what you are doing. Before you decide to do the job on your own or even hire someone else to do it for you, you must understand the mechanics of building a retaining wall.
COVID-19 Disinfectant Fogger Depletion

COVID-19 Disinfectant Fogger Depletion

Diseases & VectorsBlake Johnston
Tomahawk Power, a leading manufacturer of motorized sprayers in Southern California, is working tirelessly to build more disinfectant foggers to meet the increased global demand.  Since COVID-19 hit U.S. land, Tomahawk has seen more than a 3200% increase in sales through the Home Depot alone. The crisis has drained fogger inventories and pushed the San Diego manufacturer to accelerate assembly of more units.
How to Build a Concrete Sidewalk with the Compaction Equipment

How to Build a Concrete Sidewalk with the Compaction Equipment

Compaction EquipmentBlake Johnston
Sidewalks and walkways are essential to any development and should be built by following the right procedures. The right crew, weather, and compaction equipment, will be fundamental to your success.
What to Look for When Purchasing a Rammer?

What to Look for When Purchasing a Rammer?

Compaction EquipmentBlake Johnston
There are a few decisions to be made when you decide to purchase a rammer. Many people who rent realize that after only a few weeks of renting a rammer it is completely worth it to invest in a rammer. 
The Pros and Cons on Concrete

The Pros and Cons on Concrete

Concrete FinishingBlake Johnston
Even though concrete is reasonably easy to maintain, the manufacturing, pouring, and sealing of concrete is important to maintaining a longer lifespan.
Types and Uses of Concrete Vibrators

Types and Uses of Concrete Vibrators

Concrete FinishingBlake Johnston
When it comes to many concrete jobs from warehouse floors to large parking structures, a concrete vibrator is needed for the best results. Without a concrete vibrator, concrete structures can deteriorate from weather, earthquakes, and more over time. 
How to Replace a Jumping Jack Rammer's Air Filter and Other Maintenance Tips

How to Replace a Jumping Jack Rammer's Air Filter and Other Maintenance Tips

Compaction EquipmentBlake Johnston
Regular maintenance is an important task to retain your rammer’s performance, efficiency, and longevity.Here are a few steps you can take to keep y...
How to Start a Tomahawk Jumping Jack Rammer

How to Start a Tomahawk Jumping Jack Rammer

Compaction EquipmentBlake Johnston
If you are unboxing your jumping jack rammer and looking to get it started today, follow this quick guide to get it running great! Tomahawk rammer...
How to Adjust Jumping Jack Rammer Handles

How to Adjust Jumping Jack Rammer Handles

Compaction EquipmentBlake Johnston
Out of the box your Jumping Jack rammer may need a slight adjustment to meet your needs. Here is a quick guide to raise or lower your rammer’s handles!
How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in the Yard

How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in the Yard

Backpack SprayersBlake Johnston
Mosquitoes can take all the fun out of outdoor activities leaving everyone annoyed and itchy. Backyard pest control is not hard if you understand a few basic steps to reduce mosquito growth.
How to Kill Centipedes Around Your Home

How to Kill Centipedes Around Your Home

Blake Johnston
Centipedes seem to be a never-ending issue for many people in the United States.  If you are looking to remove centipedes from your property here are a few solutions to help your situation.
Salting Roads and Sidewalks is an Important Safety Measure

Salting Roads and Sidewalks is an Important Safety Measure

Backpack SprayersBlake Johnston
Winter came early in California this year. Snow is falling at ski resorts from Southern California to Mammoth Lakes and the Lake Tahoe Area. The first snow fall of the season brought several inches of snow. If you had planned or plan to drive in the mountains where it might snow, you know the rules about snow chains.
Headache Free Rammer Transport

Headache Free Rammer Transport

Compaction EquipmentBlake Johnston
The Tomahawk Power Rammer Transport Wheel Kit is great for job sites large and small. 
Tomahawk TE Series 2 Stroke Engines - Built to Last

Tomahawk TE Series 2 Stroke Engines - Built to Last

EnginesBlake Johnston
Tomahawk 2 stroke engines are easy to install, lighter, and can function in multiple conditions, angles, and variations - while maintaining extreme efficiency. The Tomahawk 2 Stroke TE Series ranges from .75HP to 3HP and is used in a variety of applications.
How to Use a Concrete Saw

How to Use a Concrete Saw

Blake Johnston
When it comes to creating grooves and inlays into slabs of concrete, a cut off saw or walk-behind concrete saw is ideal. Concrete saws are very effective on heavy concrete and stamped concrete. 
Concrete Scarifier Use and Assembly Guide

Concrete Scarifier Use and Assembly Guide

Blake Johnston
Trip hazards are an issue that can amount to millions of dollars in litigation. They also inexpensive to remove - but only with the right equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions: Plate Compactors

Frequently Asked Questions: Plate Compactors

Compaction EquipmentBlake Johnston
1. How do I start my plate compactor? To start a plate compactor the key is starting the engine. Many plate compactors are self-drive, especially f...
How to Make Concrete Joint Cuts in Fresh Concrete

How to Make Concrete Joint Cuts in Fresh Concrete

Blake Johnston
Stress cracks are a natural result of aging concrete, however you can prepare your concrete for eventual cracking by cutting control joints. Creating these control joints depends on quite a few factors, including concrete admixtures and air temperature.
Construction Projects 2019: San Francisco and Los Angeles Infrastructure Projects

Construction Projects 2019: San Francisco and Los Angeles Infrastructure Projects

Blake Johnston
It’s no secret that population growth has been rising in the United States for years, but our nation’s infrastructure, especially public transportation, has been neglected. California is no exception, and in fact is trying to play catch up by introducing new transportation upgrades throughout the state. Major projects are already under way in both the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles.
What Is Hot Mix Asphalt?

What Is Hot Mix Asphalt?

Blake Johnston
Asphalt pavement (asphalt, blacktop, tarmac, rolled asphalt) refers paved surfaces that use asphalt. Roads, parking lots, airports, playgrounds are all often paved with asphalt.
The Importance of Spraying Sealant on Fresh Concrete

The Importance of Spraying Sealant on Fresh Concrete

Blake Johnston
A concrete sealer is essential for protecting surfaces from water damage, which can be caused by freeze cycles. It can also protect the concrete fr...
Fix a Common Leak with Backpack Foggers In 5 Simple Steps

Fix a Common Leak with Backpack Foggers In 5 Simple Steps

Blake Johnston

The most common leaks with backpack foggers can be fixed simply by reattaching tubing within the tank.

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