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If you have roots in your pipes, a professional plumber will be able to clear them out using augers and saws. You can also use copper sulfate crystals to poison the roots and prevent them from spreading.
To keep the roots out of your pipes permanently, either replace them with concrete or PVC pipes, or install plastic root barriers around the pipes.
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Weeping willow tree roots in pipes?
This question doesn't explain what you desire as an answer. Yes, the roots will destroy your pipes as they will drive there way through them. If you have roots in your pipes, no idea. May have to replace all the piping or get someone to remove the roots from the piping for you. Tree roots will not enter pipes unless there is a entry point in the pipe. If pipes are properly sealed there is no problem.
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Does Roundup extended migrate into other areas?
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Can spruce roots damage water pipes or sewer lines?
yes
Tree roots may grow into drain pipes what is this called?
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