Decompaction
At Ruskins, we specialise in restoring the vitality of damaged soil through advanced decompaction and aeration techniques. Using industry-leading equipment and deep understanding of soil biology, we help landscapes recover their natural balance, promoting stronger root growth, improved drainage, and enhanced microbial activity.
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Why Soil Decompaction Matters
When soil becomes compacted, air and water is unable to circulate freely, starving roots of oxygen and trapping rainfall on the surface. This leads to stunted plant and tree growth, poor drainage and flooding, soil erosion, declining biodiversity and increased tree stress and disease
Ruskins tackles these issues by physically relieving compaction and revitalising soil structure, ensuring landscapes remain healthy, resilient and self-sustaining.
Our Expertise and Methods
Our highly trained arborists and soil specialists use the Air Spade, a precision tool that loosens soil using compressed air rather than mechanical force, safely aerating the ground without damaging roots or underground services.
Depending on site conditions, our team may also integrate soil amendment and bio-enhancement to reintroduce vital microbes and organic matter together with mulching to retain moisture and protect against re-compaction
Each decompaction project is bespoke to each soil type and local environment, whether it involves restoring tree root zones, revitalising landscaped areas, or improving infiltration for SuDS compliance.
Over 40 years of specialist arboricultural and soil restoration experience
Fully accredited (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, BALI, CHAS Elite, Constructionline Gold
Expert Air Spade and soil biology teams
Proven results across public, private, and commercial landscapes
“I must say that the work you do is fantastic and your staff have been extremely helpful.. If I get the opportunity to get another job like this, Ruskins will be my first and only choice, I also intend to make recommendations of Ruskins to other landscape companies. ”
Contracts Manager for National Ground Maintenance Company
Who needs these services?
Our customers include developers needing to remediate compacted ground after construction, local authorities managing urban trees and public green spaces, golf courses, parks, and estates looking to rejuvenate lawns and root systems and landscape architects and consultants seeking biological soil solutions
Ruskins brings decades of experience and the latest scientific insight to every project, helping your landscapes perform at their best for years to come.
Sustainable Soil Solutions
Soil decompaction is more than a maintenance measure, it’s a sustainability investment. Healthy, aerated soils capture more carbon, store more water, and sustain diverse ecosystems. Restoring them helps meet environmental and biodiversity goals while reducing long-term maintenance costs.
When combined with Ruskins’ soil biology expertise, decompaction becomes a key step toward creating self-sustaining, climate-resilient landscapes.
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Please note that in most cases we can provide a outline quotation by telephone, that will be confirmed during a site visit.