Tree root pushed through concrete driveway

[Robert210]

Morning All

 

I was hoping to get some advice on a problematic tree root which has pushed through our 6" concrete driveway which now causes problems for smaller cars to get over. I decided to dig around the root to help identify how large it was below ground and I have included photos as reference. 

 

My question is, If the whole tree root was to be removed, would it have a detrimental effect on the tree? (i.e death?) and secondly, would it make the tree vulnerable to falling?

 

My other problem is that the smaller roots that have branched off are heading for my neighbour's driveway, therefore, would these be okay to cut off if we are safer leaving the large root in as we can live with that if it means saving the tree.

 

I hope there is someone who can help and thank you all in advance for any advice received.

 

Regards

Robert

[Stubby]

Just now, Mick Dempsey said:

Can’t think of a better way of spending the evening.

Me neither mate , me neither 🙂

[Guest Gimlet]

9 hours ago, Robert210 said:

Morning All

 

I was hoping to get some advice on a problematic tree root which has pushed through our 6" concrete driveway which now causes problems for smaller cars to get over. I decided to dig around the root to help identify how large it was below ground and I have included photos as reference. 

 

My question is, If the whole tree root was to be removed, would it have a detrimental effect on the tree? (i.e death?) and secondly, would it make the tree vulnerable to falling?

 

My other problem is that the smaller roots that have branched off are heading for my neighbour's driveway, therefore, would these be okay to cut off if we are safer leaving the large root in as we can live with that if it means saving the tree.

 

I hope there is someone who can help and thank you all in advance for any advice received.

 

Regards

Robert

I'd get rid of that straight away. It's probably already heaved those garden walls - the left hand gate post is a mile out of plumb - and it'll only get worse. And If it's close to your or your neighbour's house, you could be in for legal or insurance problems. And if there's any drains or services in the vicinity it will damage those as well. 

 

On the plus side, it will make great firewood if thoroughly seasoned.

[AJStrees]

19 minutes ago, Mick Dempsey said:

Can’t think of a better way of spending the evening.

Nice! 👍