We all love to look outside and see a view of attractive green trees. Yet these common plants could also be causing considerable damage to the drainage system at your property.
Unfortunately, there are plenty of people in the UK who can tell their own tales of damage to their drains caused by tree roots, such as the one seen here: The result of such damage can be more than simply inconvenient but create an environment that is unsanitary for residents.
Summer is a growth period
Unfortunately, the warm and sunny summer months are the time of year when trees grow the most. Furthermore, as the summer is usually a drier period, the roots are forced to grow out in search of a source of water and this can include a drainage system.
Some of the most popular trees in UK gardens are also some of the biggest offenders when it comes to damaging pipes – willows, poplars, and maples all have particularly destructive roots.
You could be affected by tree roots in your drainage system if you find that your water is leaving your toilets, bath, or sinks more slowly than usual, or if you are experiencing a gurgling sound whilst it is doing so. There may also be bad smells in the vicinity of your drains.
Protect against tree root damage
If you are concerned that your drains may be affected by nearby trees, then it makes sense to contact an expert in CCTV drainage surveys Alcester. By using a service such as wilkinson-env.co.uk/drainage-services-cctv-surveys-midlands/cctv-drain-surveys/cctv-drain-surveys-alcester, you can gain a clear picture of the condition of your drains. This allows you to take the appropriate course of action to protect your property.
It may be that all is well, or your expert may need to carry out high-pressure drain jetting to clear your pipes of any roots that have worked their way inside. The worst-case scenario for extensive root damage will likely involve having part of your garden excavated so that drainage pipes can be replaced.