Root Barriers: FAQs

Maybe. Some of the key elements in this scenario are whether it is a new tree that is not yet (or very recently) planted, or an established, mature tree. The distance from the tree trunk to the property line, state law, and your goals are all important factors. We strongly urge consulting with an ISA Certified Arborist before taking any action. Please contact us with the details of your site by e-mail at [email protected] or telephone at 800.458.7668

Using DeepRoot tree root guides in a linear style will keep your patio free from damage for years. See our linear planting style specifications for details. If there is an existing, established tree you are concerned about please consult our root pruning guidelines and be sure to consult with a local Certified Arborist.

Our homeowner retail packages of 5 panels of UB 18-2 are available in many retail locations in California and on Amazon.com. Our Bamboo Barrier is available through any of our specialty Bamboo Barrier retailers. For other products and larger quantities we have a large network of distributors throughout the USA and Canada. Please contact us by e-mail ([email protected]) or telephone 800.458.7668 – being sure to include your city, state and telephone area code – and we’ll give you a list of distributors in your area. You can also purchase our products through one of our online catalog partners that can drop ship directly to you.

Please contact one of our distributors and they can give you an accurate price quote. Be sure to provide them the model number of the product you are looking for (UB 18-2, AT 2G etc.). DeepRoot does not sell directly, all of our sales are handled by one of our distributors. See the Where to Buy section for details on distributors.

Please contact us by telephone at 800.458.7668 and we will be happy to work on cost estimates for your project with you. If you like, we will review projects plans to help ensure the right product is selected to work within your plans.

At DeepRoot we sell only through qualified distributors that cater to the professional landscape and engineering contractor. We have a large network of distributors throughout the USA and Canada. Please contact us by e-mail [email protected] or telephone at 800.458.7668 – be sure to include your city, state and telephone area code and we’ll give you a list of distributors in your area. You can also purchase through one of our catalog partners that can drop ship directly to you.

Projects vary widely and every site is different. If you don’t see an application that suits the planting situation you are working on please call us at 800.458.7668 and we’ll work with you to develop the best specification for your project.

DeepRoot is certified by the Florida Board of Landscape Architecture to offer Continuing Education Unit credit. Our course is titled “Managing Tree Root and Infrastructure Conflicts with Root Barriers.” Please contact Al Key at [email protected] to arrange for your Florida CEU’s.

We also offer a “Lunch & Learn” program to educate your staff on the use of our products. If you are interested in this program please e-mail us at [email protected] and we’ll get in touch with you to schedule a seminar.