Molecular analysis of tree roots has the potential to identify individual trees, reducing costs and the risk of insurers. The method of DNA testing is based on the use of specific sequence repeat markers and enables the identification of the root material at species level. Traditionally, the methods used for root study were limited by
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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
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