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If tree roots have infiltrated the
plumbing, the problem can
swiftly grow into a major headache.
Here are the top ways to
detect and prevent tree roots
from growing into your underground
pipes.
How to Prevent Tree Roots in
the Sewer Line
Ask your local sewer department
or a home inspector where
the sewer lines run through the
yard and into your house. Use
this information to ensure you
plant trees away from sewer
lines.
If no other spot is suitable
for a tree except for an area that
runs over a known sewer line,
choose a slow-growing variety
that matures to just 20 feet tall
or less. Some species that meet
these requirements include Japanese
maple, eastern redbud,
common fig, and crabapple
trees.
Once you know the location
of sewer lines in your yard,
you can also use this information
to identify trees planted
nearby that could pose a potential
issue. You may be able to
prevent future problems by removing
these trees before they
grow too large and their roots
spread.
How to Detect and Repair
Tree Roots in the Sewer Line
If your home plumbing backs
up repeatedly or suffers from
other problems, this could be
a sign that you have tree roots
growing into your sewer line.
You have a few ways of dealing
with this problem:
Remove the roots mechanically:
You may have the option
By Jason Lee
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