Experience

Parke has led the RootX division of Gelco Supply, Inc. since 1994. For more than 40 years, Gelco has been in the pipeline maintenance rehabilitation, and Parke has been instrumental in building the RootX brand with a cutting-edge chemical root control product. 

Parke has more than 30 years’ experience working with municipalities and plumbing contractors in nearly every type of chemical root application. He’s a frequent speaker on the topic of root control at industry events. Parke holds his pesticide applicator’s license and a degree from Oregon State University.

In his spare time, Parke enjoys hiking, mountain biking, and attending sporting events in Salem, OR, where he lives with his wife and five children.

Commercial customers: Get in touch with Parke for purchasing needs and technical questions if you’re located in Hawaii or outside of North America.