Stump & Root Excavation

ROOT EXCAVATION

While trimming and pruning your trees is a great way to keep them healthy, some attention may be needed for the root system of one of your trees. The roots that are circling your tree base can experience girdling. This is when the tree is not able to absorb nutrients from the soil because the roots are starting to circle the base of three. Luckily, the process of root crown excavation can be used to save a tree. This process should always be done by an experienced professional who knows what they’re doing. Our staff is trained on proper root excavation, and we’ll make sure that your trees are healthy and thriving.

The Cause of Root Girdling

If you plant a tree too deep into the ground, it can become susceptible to girdling years down the road when it has gotten larger. You also don’t want to pile up soil or mulch too high on the tree stump. This will encourage girdling. Not everyone understands the right way to plant a tree, which is why you should always consult a professional before adding trees to your property. Knowing the right balance of planting a tree with roots that are in the perfect place will provide you with great success.

The Process of Root Excavation

When we inspect the trees on your property during our Coquitlam tree service appointment and assessment, we’ll be able to tell if girdling is taking place. We look for things like peeling bark around the flare of the tree, poor growth around the top of the tree and thinning. We can advise what you should do for the tree, and this may include root excavation.

The Process of Root Excavation

It’s time consuming to take on the process of root excavation. We want to prevent damage to the roots that are near the surface of the soil, so we use specialized equipment to force air through a hole in the ground where soil will be removed for the excavation. This tree service process will break down the hard ground around the roots so we can gain better access. As we meticulously remove soil from around the roots, we take great care to protect your tree’s integrity. This tree service Coquitlam process is designed to provide more room for the roots to grow so proper nourishment is achieved.