Air Spade Services

A majority of tree health issues occur below ground.

Remediation of soil compaction

Soil compaction is a common problem in south Florida that can ‘suffocate’ a tree. Radial trenching is a treatment performed to trees growing in compacted or poor soils. Soil is carefully excavated using a specialized compressed air tool, and replaced with quality mixture of soil and organic compost creating a healthy environment for healthy root growth.

Root growth will be greater in the treated area than in the surrounding soil. This can give the tree the added boost it needs to adapt to the compacted soil or new grade. (photo courtesy of the ISA International Society of Arboriculture).

Root System Excavation/Inspection

Excavations and inspections have shown girdling roots (strangulating roots), structure, root related problems (i.e. sidewalks, foundations, utilities etc.) and improperly planted trees (refer to Figure 3). All of these conditions are stressful to the tree by limiting proper root growth which inhibits health and safety. Excavation of excess, compacted, or poor soil with our specialized air tool can return the tree to a proper planting depth and a healthy growing environment.

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Utility Location

We carefully excavate soil using a specialized tool with compressed air for this application (refer to Figure 2). This excavation makes working with underground utilities much safer for workers and trees.We can locate gas and power lines or place irrigation lines under the root systems without cutting stabilizing roots (refer to Figure 1). This is an important service we offer to remediate tree, structure, and utility conflicts.

   
   

Air Spade

Bracing

Cabling

Code Violation Remediation

Consulting

 

Lethal Yellowing

Pruning

Rain barrel

Root Barrier

Tree Removal

Stump Removal

Transplanting

Community Service