Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Comparison Chart


Since RootX, there have been other root killers that have tried to join the market as contenders. It can be overwhelming trying to decide which product is right for you. The following table compares RootX Foaming Root Killer with the leading competitors. For more information visit our website.




RootX
Mechanical Root Cutting
Other Root Control Foam
Copper Sulphate

Simple





  •     Easy to handle
Yes



  •    Prepackaged for easy application ; just add water
Yes


Yes
  •    Treats residential service laterals and septic systems in minutes
Yes


Yes

Effective





  •    Kills roots on contact
Yes



  •    Guaranteed to keep pipes root-free for 12 months
Yes



  •    Foaming action coats pipe walls
Yes

Yes

  •    Foam leaves a barrier on pipes to prevent re-growth
Yes



  •    Degreasing agents strip away grime to penetrate roots
Yes

Yes

  •    Reaches the top of the pipe where 90% of the roots live
Yes

Yes

  •    Uses aquatic herbicide Dichlobenil
Yes



  •    Promotes bacterial growth to speed root decay
Yes



Low environmental impact





  •    EPA classified as a general use product
Yes



  •    EPA registered for use in all 50 states
Yes



  •    Signal word CAUTION (lowest chemical hazard rating
    according to ISO 3864)
Yes



  •    Non-caustic, non-fumigating and non-systemic
Yes
Yes


  •    Contains no diquat dibromide, copper sulfate or metam sodium
Yes
Yes


  •    Does not damage pipes
Yes



  •    Does not harm trees and plants
Yes
Yes