{"product_id":"homestead-48-inch-soil-probe-rod-with-wide-t-handle-durable-1-2-inch-steel","title":"HOMESTEAD 48-Inch Soil Probe Rod with Wide T-Handle – Durable 1\/2-Inch Steel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"seo-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe HOMESTEAD 48-Inch Soil Probe Rod is built to reach beneath lawns, paving, and garden beds to help you locate buried assets with confidence. Its length, balanced weight, and ergonomic features combine to support accurate probing in a range of outdoor tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eKey specifications at a glance: a 48-inch length, a 1\/2-inch diameter steel shaft, a wide T-handle, and a comfortable rubber grip. Weighing about 3.15 pounds, it offers a steady feel without becoming cumbersome during extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy you might reach for this probe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLocating underground pipes and drainage lines before garden work or renovations\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFinding septic tanks and buried utilities to plan safe access\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGround exploration during landscaping, irrigation planning, or treasure-hunting projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDesign details that boost usability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWide T-handle provides leverage and a comfortable grip for better control\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRubber grip reduces hand fatigue on longer probing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpiked end aids smooth insertion through compacted or dense soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDurability and ease of handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eConstructed from sturdy 1\/2-inch steel, the rod stands up to repeated probing and outdoor conditions. At 3.15 pounds, it strikes a balance between stability and portability for field use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003ePractical tips for use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInsert the tip vertically, then twist gently to ease penetration through tough ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProbe along the path of suspected utilities to confirm location before digging\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eNote: This description highlights potential benefits and real-world use cases. It does not guarantee results and should be used as a planning aid alongside appropriate on-site safety practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is the length of the HOMESTEAD 48-Inch Soil Probe Rod?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The rod measures 48 inches long, designed to reach beneath turf and soil to locate buried assets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What features improve usability?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A wide T-handle, rubber grip, and a spiked tip provide comfortable control and easy insertion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"HOMESTEAD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45783199252666,"sku":"B0C64XB3GC","price":109.86,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/homestead-48inch-soil-probe-rod.jpg?v=1776325459","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/homestead-48-inch-soil-probe-rod-with-wide-t-handle-durable-1-2-inch-steel","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}