I bought this for cleaning out tree roots but it did not come with any instructions. how do i mix and apply this to kill the roots in sewer lines?
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Go to nearest hardware store and copy instructions from "ROOT KILL" product. 2nd option is 2-6lbs twice a year, putting 1/2 lb in toilet and flushing, do this over a several weeks time for tough root problems. Get yourself some plastic containers that can hold a 2lb capacity and keep them on hand, I usually buy 25lbs.. The first time you start doing this treatment go for 4 lbs and see if it works and adjust up or down accordingly. I like the adage " a little over a long time" once it kicks in you do it every year (twice during the first year). Good luck !!
1753150
never used the stuff waste of money, use a 50/50 water/chlorine mix with some Dawn soap in a pump sprayer let it sit for 20-30 min and rinse
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It worked well with homemade fertilizer, which I assume is much thicker than liquid cleaner. I put a PVC pipe in the bucket I was siphoning from so I could make sure the liquid was siphoned off. When I noticed the level was not dropping, I increased the flow of the nozzle.
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only use on occasion it is not meant for monthly use. 1-2lbs will kill roots. Then add bacteria to toilet. if you can add copper directly to drain field its best if not mix with water then flush. small roots will die quickly larger will decompose over the next few months
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It is recommended to use this product in springtime when the tree leaves are emerging. That is when the insecticide has the greatest flow from the tree roots upward. I used it late summer in hope that there was still some capillary action to draw this drench into the tree.Use it once a year. I recommend boring 1 inch to 2 inch holes into the dirt near the base of the tree to contain the run-off and serve the root system more quickly.
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I used this product on a large tree in my front yard and it worked well to take care of the root rot "phytophthora". I went to an internet site called JustAnswer.com to find what to use for this large tree. A tree doctor told to use this product and carpenter ant killer, which I did and the tree finally came back. If the manufacture has a phone number I would call them and see if they can answer your question. If you use the internet site that I used they will charge you fee for their service, but I believe they have good experts that can answer your question. Hope this helps..
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We have a short line to cespool on a very small tank and it keeps roots out good.We have to flush 2 times so on a long line you would have to put directly in tank or flsh more so it gets to tank and and does not stay in line.My 2 cents but ask Roebic lab there take.Fred.
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I used it on poison ivy. Removing tree stumps? I would drill 1/2" holes, or larger all over the stump use anything like salt, or a product to remove stump. It will not happen over night. If your not in a hurry cut stump close to the ground drill holes and cover with compost.
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This product is for your secondar pan, for your primary drain tube you'll want Actabs Jr. Both products dissolve with water and basically cut through sludge. Most plumbers just use bleach. On the unit itself you'll see a white PVC pipe that is capped. Open the cap and put is a few tabs before the season and a couple in every month. Or just use bleach.
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It is a fantastic product that is easy to use. put water in a bucket and add the correct amount of chemical and sprinkle it around the root area inside the tree limb circle.
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I use that stuff every 3 months 1/3 of a bottle, now I augered my drain because mine had really backed up but I won't stop using this stuff, I haven't had to do anything else with the drain so I imagine it is killing all the roots from growing any further. It's definitely worth a try, I've got a friend within the family that does plumbing and he told me that is about the best on the market!
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This is only a conditioner. I don't think it will help you. As another person said, the drainage channels are most likely blocked with dirt and debris. Find out where they are located and then find something to "snake" them clean.
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I would start with 1/2 hour. Test the soil after that and see if it is good and moist around the tree/plant. Normally for trees, I would use a regular hose. For plants, such as ixora, plumbago, etc. 1/2 hour should do the trick. As I said, you really need to check your soil and make sure it is good and moist down to the root area. Normally a soaker hose is used around plants like roses, azaleas etc. So, without know what type of trees or plants you are referring to, it is rather hard to answer.
2109998
Mix according to the directions on the bottle and put it in your pump sprayer. You must also purchase and use some surfactant, otherwise itvwill bead off the grass. Spray away!
2012724
Warm water and the hand sprayer crom your kitchen sink work. But why are they clogged? Just use ph water, no nutes or supplements needed for rooting in this thing�
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Yes, this product is wonderful. Add any kind of fertilizer, stick in the roots of trees and turn on the water. My trees grew quickly. This is especially good for new trees but will work on established as well. I also used it for shrubs and roses. Best item I have ever purchased for the yard!
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I agree the directions are somewhat confusing. It appears that for trees 6-8" diameter to mix solution of 20-25 oz of Bonide to 1-2 gallons of water and apply to root zone as a band around the base of the tree from base outward to 2-4 feet around. However, since birch trees have more than one trunk, am not sure what the amount should be. I use this for large shrubs and small trees. For trees bigger like yours, I actually have a tree service do a soil drench each year. I have a white birch 25 yrs old, very large, and still looking great whereas other people in the neighborhood who have not treated their birches have lost them to borers. You might want to check with a local arborist for more help. Good luck!