roots

I have a maple VERY close to the house, This tree WAS hanging OVER my home, and I managed to have it trimmed all the way back. The other half is hanging the other way. I felt good for a while. Then people began telling me the root structure of these trees is VERY aggressive and could cause...

I’d like to cut this root ball, but I’m afraid I’ll kill the tree. The ball has at least three roots coming out of it, that are about 6 inches in diameter. I cut one of the 6 inch roots. You can see my fist next to it the photo. Can I cut the ball? It’s right up against the trunk. It’s a large...

I’d like to cut this root ball, but I’m afraid I’ll kill the tree. The ball has at least three roots coming out of it, that are about 6 inches in diameter. I cut one of the 6 inch roots. You can see my fist next to it the photo. Can I cut the ball? It’s right up against the trunk. It’s a...

I have a beautiful 50 foot oak tree lifting my driveway in a couple of places. I've been researching ideas and don't know what to do 1) Remove Tree - I do not like this option. 2) Cut Root(s) - Since my tree has lifted two slabs, I assume at least two large roots near the trunk would need to...

I need help identifying which tree this root belongs to! My concrete garage floor was cracked and lifted about 1.5" above the driveway causing a tripping hazard and prevented my garage from closing flush which allowed water to travel in during the rain. I was speculating what it was for months...

Hi. Our neighbors, with whom we get along just fine, have a tree just on their side of their property whose roots come into our yard. The roots are above ground, making that part of our yard virtually unusable; it's difficult to even walk there. It's also possible that the roots will start...