Tips on how to deal with aggressive tree roots

LONDONDERRY, NH – Trees are hardy plants, and their roots fight back against man-made limits around them. In the urban and suburban landscape, tree roots often are forced to grow between buildings or under driveways and walkways. As roots grow, they can break walls, pipes and patios, causing damage to properties.

Plan before planting

"Before you plant a new tree in your yard, you need to understand how a tree could damage your property and take appropriate measures to prevent that damage," advised Tchukki Andersen, board certified master arborist, CTSP and staff arborist with the Tree Care Ind...