Trees That You Can Plant Over Your Water Pipes

Trees are very important elements in the landscaping process, but they may sometimes pose a threat to sidewalks, buried utilities and other features, including water pipes.  Most sturdy pipes are able to withstand some amount of contact with tree roots.  Although, roots have been known to penetrate or damage water pipes when they are perforated drain pipes, or the tree has a particularly strong aggressive root system. 

Not all Trees will penetrate of damage your pipes, choosing a suitable tree species as well as correctly preparing the site for the tree will help protect your pipes.  For areas near water pipes the safest choices are small, slow-growing trees or shrubs.  Older pipes made from concrete or clay are particularly vulnerable to root penetration.  Your planting site should always be at least 10 feet from the water pipe.  Tree roots grow and spread along the path of least resistance, particularly through cultivated soil that contains adequate moisture, air and nutrients.  A large, deep area of broken up soil leading away from the water pipe will encourage growth in that direction. 
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Before planting anything in your yard you should be sure of where your water pipes run and have them inspected by New York Plumbing and Sewer Rooter.  Call today: 516-874-7937.