Sewers

the roots of my neighbor's very old trees are a problem to me they are growing into my sewer system,?

they also are growing under my concrete walkway, causing cracks and uneven surfaces . Is there anything I can do that won't harm the trees?

Public Comments

1. I have the same problem. Just flagging this question to keep abreast of the answers.... Please help us!
2. I read this and do not know if it is correct or not, but I will share: Septic system - Tree root problems can occur around septic fields and sewer lines. Trees such as willow, maple, and elms should not be planted near a septic field. Tree roots are often incorrectly blamed for plugging and breaking pipes. Roots can not exert enough pressure to crack a pipe. Natural settling, age, and wear cause pipes to crack. Leaking pipes encourage roots to grow into the area and to penetrate through the cracks. As roots increase in size, cracks widen and breaks occur. Do you have a septic system? I am not aware of this happening but in the case of a willow tree. Anyway, good luck.
3. The only thing I know, is to dig down and cut the root and then put in a chemically treated root barrier, most of them will last for more than 10 years.