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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 stump grinder …

  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 had to use a Saws …

  3. Corrugated downspout "Drains" totally clogged - DIY Home …

    Jan 3, 2025 · Client has a home with several black corrugated pipes that seem to be totally jammed up. Therefore all water is just overflowing right near the foundation. No good. Anyone ever had any …

  4. Cheap root cutting auger - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Feb 24, 2016 · I have roots about 10 feet down a 2" sewer pipe. I have a regular spiral bit hand held auger but the bit is not well suited for cutting roots and it's not changeable. I don't want to spend over …

  5. 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 would bet it is …

  6. 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!

  7. 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 to …

  8. French drain trench through roots - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Dec 17, 2021 · Hey all. Will it kill bushes if I dig a French drain trench in front of bushes cutting through the roots? Is there a certain amount of feet away from them that is better? Thanks a lot.

  9. How to best deal with a fence post where it will be...

    May 11, 2023 · A mature tree that size won't miss any root that you cut, but. the alkaline reaction from the concrete may damage it. Protect and exposed roots with plastic and pour the dryest mix you can …

  10. Bit for drilling wood deep - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Feb 3, 2025 · I would remove whats possible with a chainsaw and use that for firewood, etc. That stump will burn for days. Ive burned small 12-15" stumps and they smolder for days. Yours being loose from …