In this blog post we will be looking at two of the four main graphical outputs that we produce following our Tree Root Radar Surveys. The first output is the top down root density map. The Top Down Root Density Map is shown as a birds eye view of the scan area with the tree
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In late 2020 Arboraeration undertook a Tree Root Radar Survey utilizing our Tree Radar Unit™ to establish the extent of the rooting area for a mature Blue Atlas Cedar located within the grounds of a private estate in West Sussex. The aim of the survey was to establish whether the root of the tree spread
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Introduction Arboraeration were asked to investigate damage to a driveway that was suspected to have been caused by a group of neighbouring Pine (Pinus sylvestris) trees or an Oak (Quercus Robur) tree on the clients property that had been removed previously. It was Important to investigate and discover the cause of the damage prior to
Case Study : Airspade Investigation, Root DNA Testing and Root Barrier Installation Read More »
Arboraeration was asked to investigate the rooting conflicts between three trees – all protected by tree preservation orders – growing in the rear of a residential property in London. The patio area of the property had been damaged by the roots, causing the paving slabs to lift and pose a trip hazard. Initial investigations were
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The application of vertical root barriers is varied but their main design is to keep tree roots away from targets such as structures, roads, watercourses, drainage, irrigation systems etc. In their natural environment trees are free to use all of the available rooting areas that they require, growing around other roots or rocks and following
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