can be used to trace offending roots to their source
can be used to trace along concrete to locate lifting roots
can dig in hard to get to spots
can be used to dig the trenches necessary for root barrier installation.
can locate roots (right photo) before they are damaged by conventional digging. It can then be determined if it is safe to cut them.
Reducing soil compaction in tree roots with the Air‑Spade
Allows for inspection of the roots & root
collar (left photo) without damaging them, sprinkler lines, landscape lighting lines, or utility lines as with conventional hand digging or heavy equipment.
Decay in the root system is the #1 reason for complete tree failure.
Using the Air‑Spade dirt can safely be blown back to expose the root‑collar or roots.
When exposed
they can then
be checked for
decay, girdling, etc.
