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Tree roots will only damage foundations and drains if the structure is damaged in the first place.
Yes, they will cause foundation problems.
canthe roots of a fruitless mulberry break through foundations and damage pipes
palm tree roots grow mostly downward so they are not likely to damage your pool
Tree roots can damage rocks by growing into cracks and crevices, exerting pressure as they expand. The roots can pry apart the rock, causing it to break or fracture. Over time, repeated growth and expansion of the roots can weaken the rock structure.
Foundation damage.
If you mean when planting, yes, but if you don't the roots will grow through..
No, feeder roots cannot be removed with out killing the tree. If you remove them, it might take as long as 6 months or so to see the death of the tree. Feeder roots are about 2 to 4 inches below the dirt and they grow all the way out to the drip line area of the tree. If you put extra dirt on top of or cut into the feeder roots, you will suficate the tree as the feeder roots bring in water and nutrients from the sole. Also,oxegyn will not be able to get to the roots.
Tree roots hold the soil in place.
The roots of any tree can pose a danger to building foundations, Fig trees can be quite large, but it'll depend on the proximity to the building and, presumably, the type of soil and the foundations. There are structural engineers who can survey the property and advise of any serious risk.
I have a similar question concerning tree roots.. but it's MY tree. The tree roots are coming up in the front yard and cracking the floor in the garage (under house) wondered if Homeowners would pay toward having it removed because it is damaging the house.
Yes all roots spread far enough to support the tree and feed it. Cupressus sempervirens the Italian cypress ,like most conifers have fibrous roots and do not do much in the way of damage.