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  1. Tree roots under brick driveway - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Dec 4, 2023 · I have a clay brick driveway and the very last space is messed up by the tree roots of the oak right next to it. The pavers company suggests to remove all the affected and use a …

  2. My Septic drainfield must be filled with roots, what do I do?

    Apr 25, 2009 · Having a yard filled with huge old Oak and Acorn trees makes for some nice shade, but has it's problems. I've been having problems with the septic tank filling up. That I …

  3. Can someone explain the idea behind treating sewer lines...

    Dec 7, 2022 · Whether tree roots can get into the pipe, depends on the type of pipe. PVC with glued joints are typically immune to tree roots.The clay pipe you show in your picture is …

  4. Sump Pump Tree roots - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Mar 14, 2013 · Hello, I've had a sewage pit in the basement installed for about 6 years, it appears tree roots are coming down the pipe that feeds from the toilet. I'm not sure if it was installed …

  5. Roots pushing up bricks on patio - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Jul 19, 2010 · I have a tree, and then around the tree a brick patio. Roots from the tree and pushing up the bricks from the patio. What is the best solution for this? Thanks!

  6. Sewer tree root issues. How to seal clay pipe.

    Jan 29, 2021 · The constant aggravation (for me anyway) of sending a rooter into the pipe to remove tree roots and other clogs made for an easy decision to replace the clay. And, the …

  7. Walkway near big trees--how to deal with roots!

    Jun 22, 2008 · Would it damage the roots to shave them down--or slice off the top of the rounded top part of the old, gnarly roots? Absolutely, you would be better off covering them with good …

  8. Grass won't grow by Maple tree | DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Feb 12, 2015 · The roots were at surface or above ground level. Nothing would grow in that area beneath the canopy close to the roots. Even if something were planted and were miraculously …

  9. Asking pros for experiences with septic system chambers...

    Apr 8, 2024 · The way cool part is I can drive over the leach field and or use it for parking, no paving. Runs parallel to my home 30 feet away. Compared to 4" pipe this is the cats meow. I …

  10. digging up a burning bush - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Apr 24, 2010 · I've got a burning bush that I am assuming is 30+ years old. Over the past year, is has been slowly having large branches die and the winter pretty much did it in. Does anyone …