Air Spade Root Exploration and Report

A root exploration and subsequent report is necessary for a tree that is, or will be, impacted by construction activity. This is often a mandatory requirement by municipalities for development permits and applications.

Our Root Explorations and Reports Include:

• Air Spade Root Exploration

  Tree and Ravine employs the Air Spade System when performing root explorations to minimize negative impacts to trees. The Air Spade System is a highly specialized tool using pressurized air to daylight tree roots without damaging the roots, nearby utilities, or communication lines.

• Root Exploration Report

  A detailed Root Exploration Report enables a more efficient review of development applications by the governing Urban Forestry Authority, in relation to Tree Injury permits. This results in fewer delays in application processing and expedites permit acquisition.

• Site visit for pre-dig preparations and to designate excavation area

• Site visit for root exploration, inspection, assessment, photographing of excavated roots and pruning, all performed by an ISA Certified Arborist

• Digital copy of the Root Exploration Report as outlined above

• Digital copy of Tree Injury Permit application(s) if necessary