Are exposed tree roots a problem? "Fielding Questions" columnist Don Kinzler also answers reader questions about a white coating on a local lawn and if there are crack-proof tomato varieties.

Understanding Tree Root Growth When you plant that six-foot sapling in your yard with dreams of sitting under a large shade tree, be prepared to deal with surface roots eventually. Almost any ...

Fix-It Right Plumbing, based in Australia, comments that with spring just around the corner, Melbourne homeowners are being ...

Whether the problem is root suckers or basal sprouts (on the crown), the solution to your problem boils down to three options: mechanical, chemical or both. With a large tree, grinding out the ...

We don’t often think about the roots of trees until there is a problem. A forester friend of mine called it a “fencepost mentality.” Being underground, they are often out of sight out of ...

If tree roots are intruding into a drain because the pipe is damaged, yes, it may begin as a private maintenance issue. But ...

Her family member then called 7 Problem Solvers on her behalf. Garner said companies told her that they would not fix the garage, or touch the roots until the trees are taken down.

Southern Botanical arborist David Brantley breaks down the common issues faced by trees in North Texas and how to address them.

Exposed tree roots can damage sidewalks and foundations, become a tripping hazard, and make lawn mowing difficult. Learn how to properly deal with above-ground tree roots to keep the tree healthy ...