ROOTX is a non-systemic, patented chemical root control formula. This means it only kills the roots it contacts, not the tree or plant. The active ingredient, Dichlobenil, will not only kill roots, but will also prevent their regrowth for up to one year. ROOTX is the number one environmentally safe, easy-to-use, root killer on the market today.
ROOTX is packaged as two dry powder components in one container. When these components come in contact with water, they create a sticky foam.This foam fills the entire pipe, coating the roots and pipeline surfaces with the ROOTX formula. ROOTX leaves a residue above the water line that continues to kill roots and inhibits new growth for up to 12 months. The active ingredient in ROOTX, Dichlobenil, is applied at concentrations of .55% or 5500 parts per million. This is 55 times the minimum level needed to kill root tissue exposed to Dichlobenil from 30 minutes to one hour.
ROOTX does not contain Copper Sulfate or Metam Sodium, which are harmful to the environment and to bacteria/fungi, which normally decompose dead roots. These two chemicals also have harmful effects on waste water treatment plant biology. ROOTX's patented combination of chemicals helps promote and speed-up the natural decomposition of the dead roots. This unique ability to perform both the root killing and removal function while being environmentally safe is exclusive to ROOTX.
ROOTX can be used with or without mechanical root-cutting equipment. Some situations such as a root blockage will require mechanical removal of roots. Mechanical removal is an excellent short-term solution. However, if the roots are cut and left untreated (just like pruning a tree or a bush), they will come back bigger and stronger. This process will eventually destroy a sewer line and require the line to be dug up and replaced. The replacement of a sewer line would cost much more than an annual treatment with ROOTX.
Here at Electric Rooter, our plumbers are certified sellers and technicians of RootX chemicals. We have extensive knowledge of the capabilities and requirements to get the most effective use out of RootX. I guess you could call us experts! Please give us a call so we can help you decide if RootX is the right course of action to deal with the roots in your lines.
