Tree Root Damage Investigation

Tree roots can cause damage to properties’ in different ways. We understand that your property is pressures to you, so the information below is a brief guide on the ways in which trees may cause damage.

Direct Damage:

Direct damage to structures is caused by the increase in the size of the tree and the pressure that is produced as a result on that increase. This may in some instances be caused by direct contact of the above ground parts of the tree with an adjacent structure. For example, damage caused to gutters and downpipes by direct contact from branches.

Direct damage more often caused by the incremental increase of roots and the pressure they exert on lightly loaded structures such as drives, paths and walls. This type of damage is more common in close proximity to the tree where the roots are thicker and the pressure exerted is greater. This type of damage is extremely rare in larger structures such a main house although it can happen in extreme circumstances.

Indirect Damage:

Indirect damage, commonly known as subsidence or heave and in contrast to direct damage can be a real risk to larger structures such as houses. Trees are the most common cause of subsidence where the soil beneath the property is shrinkable clay. Nash Tree Consultancy can provide guidance on to best to proceed.