Who Uses AirSpade
Two Markets.
One Standard.
Trusted by arborists, landscape professionals, utility crews, contractors, and municipalities for safe, precise pneumatic soil excavation.
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Arbor & LandscapeNon-invasive excavation for arborists and landscape professionals. Expose root collars, aerate soil, and perform vertical mulching or radial trenching faster than hand digging while helping protect sensitive roots.
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Utility & ConstructionSafely pothole, daylight, and expose buried electric, gas, communication, and water lines. Non-conductive fiberglass barrels and non-sparking components help crews reduce risk around sensitive infrastructure.
Product Lines
Every Series,
Purpose-Built
From arbor care to utility excavation, AirSpade offers purpose-built series for different applications, handle preferences, and airflow needs.
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ArborShop 2000 SeriesBuilt for arbor and landscape professionals, the 2000 Series features an angled handle with ergonomic pistol-grip control for root excavation, vertical mulching, soil aeration, and other sensitive soil work.
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UtilityShop 4000 SeriesBuilt for utility excavation, the 4000 Series pairs a horizontal pistol-style handle with non-sparking components and a 300kV-rated utility barrel for potholing, daylighting, and exposing buried lines.
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Arbor + UtilityShop 5000 SeriesAvailable in Arbor and Utility configurations, the 5000 Series features an in-line handle with vertical grip orientation for crews who prefer a straighter control setup across root work or utility excavation.
Bestsellers
Featured Products
Our most trusted AirSpade tools, kits, and accessories, chosen by professionals for safe, precise soil excavation.
Meet the AirSpade Vac
The AirSpade Vac is a compressed-air powered vacuum excavator built for safe, efficient spoil removal. Portable and pickup-truck ready, it helps crews uncover utilities, roots, and buried objects without relying on a large vacuum truck.
82 gal
Tank Capacity
2 cu ft/min
Spoil removal
185 CFM
Standard Compressor
Portable
Pickup Truck Ready
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Turn Excavation into income
AirSpade helps arborists add profitable services like root collar excavation, vertical mulching, soil cultivation, and radial trenching. See example pricing, daily expenses, and estimated payback for common arbor care jobs.
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$1K-$2K
Estimated daily profit
2-3 Days
Estimated payback
$1.7K–$3.5K
Estimated daily revenue
$2.4K
Example kit investment
Heritage. Support. Expertise.
Get to Know AirSpade
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Learn more about our history
In the mid-1960s, Brooklyn Union Gas Company pioneered air-powered soil excavation to safely access buried utility lines without damage. This method, known as "dry excavation," used compressed air to create "potholes" for utility work, offering a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional digging methods.
This led Dravo Corporation to develop a specialized air tool for digging, later named "AirSpade", for utility use. Guardair Corporation acquired AirSpade in 2008, further establishing its role as the premier tool for arborists, landscapers, and utility workers worldwide.
Today, AirSpade continues to lead the industry, providing advanced air-excavation tools renowned for their safety and efficiency.
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Visit our contact us page
Our dedicated customer service team can help answer any questions you may have - from product information to technical details.
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How does AirSpade work?
AirSpade's patented supersonic nozzle creates a focused Mach 2 air jet that fractures soil while leaving roots, utilities, pipes, and cables largely unharmed.
Which AirSpade series is right for me?
The right series depends on your application, preferred handle style, and compressor capacity. The 2000 Series is designed for arbor and landscape work, the 4000 Series is built for utility excavation, and the 5000 Series features an inline handle design and is available in both Arbor and Utility configurations. Compare all series in our AirSpade Series Comparison Guide.
What size air compressor do I need?
Your compressor should be rated higher than the AirSpade nozzle you are using. Using a compressor that is too small will reduce performance. See our Compressed Air Requirements Guide.
What size nozzle should I use?
Nozzle selection depends on the desired excavation rate and available airflow. Larger nozzles excavate faster but require more air. Read more on Digging with AirSpade.
Visit Our FAQ Page For MoreIn what types of soil will an AirSpade work?
AirSpade works in most soils, including compacted and hard clay. It is generally not effective in solid rock or hard frozen ground. Learn more in our Soil Characteristics Guide.
Trusted by leading arbor, utility, municipal, and excavation teams
See it in Action
AirSpade Tree Essentials
See AirSpade tools at work in product and application videos that show safe, efficient air excavation in the field.