Root Protection
Root Protection
Control root growth and contribute to a sustainable, safe hardscape design with minimal maintenance. Reduce walkway hazards, maintain landscape weed control and protect underground drainage pipes. Promote healthy tree development with easy to install, environmentally-friendly solutions.
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4:42 minBiobarrier Root & Weed Control Overview
Biobarrier is the only product that is GUARANTEED by the manufacturer (Typar). -
1:27 minHow to Assemble and Install Root Barrier
This video demonstrates how to install five (5) panels of UB 18-2 root barrier in a surround application where a tree has hardscapes on all four sides -
1:00 minRoot Barrier Installation
Plastic Root Barriers may prevent roots from damaging a sidewalk. We show you how to install a root barrier.
Brands Carried
Featured Products
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Tournesol Root Solutions Root Barrier
Root Solutions extruded root barrier panels offer the simplest way to keep tree roots from damaging sidewalks, roads, and structures. Whether used as a linear barrier or surrounding a rootball, the flexible panels will contour to irregular or difficult locations. The self-locking channel assembles in seconds, and requires no extra parts or accessories. -
Typar Biobarrier
Hardscapes and landscapes are a big investment, and traditional methods of protecting them have meant repeatedly spending time, effort and money. But a one-time installation of BioBarrier Root Control System or BioBarrier Weed Control System means years of security from roots or weeds growing where they’re not wanted. -
NDS Root Barriers
Root barrier products direct root growth from shrubs and trees downward, dramatically decreasing the roots' potential to clash with and penetrate nearby hardscapes, walls, or building foundations. The use of NDS root barriers for residential and non-residential landscapes has protected these communities against the high cost of repairs due to cracks in foundations and buckled sidewalks and driveways.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is root protection?
Root protection is made of engineered HDPE panels, LDPE or PVC sheeting, or geotextile.
How does root protection work?
Root Protection is installed around Trees to contain the root ball within a determined area based on tree species.
What effect does root protection have on my plantings?
The HDPE, LDPE and PVC may cause root balling near the panel perimeter over time, but are generally harmless to the plantings. The Typar Biobarrier creates a no grow zone without any root balling.
How do I know which root protection is right for my project?
In order to determine the most cost effective and long term return on your investment we need to know your plant species, landscape plan, and general use of the area.
What are the benefits for a contractor to use root protection?
When utilized properly Root protection will protect your underground utilities, septic systems, hardscaping, curbing, or whatever structure you install it near. Some hardscape contractors are offering a longer warranty with use of the Biobarrier product.