Tree roots in drains can catch waste and cause blockages that return after clearance. We inspect the affected pipe, remove the obstructing growth and examine the exposed joints and walls. Once the pipe is clear, the exposed damage shows whether it needs a local patch, a longer liner or replacement.
Tree Roots in Drains
CCTV inspection, root removal and drain repair where roots have entered through cracks or open joints.
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Controlled root cutting
Root removal can expose the joint or crack through which growth entered the drain.
Post-clearance inspection
Cutting away roots restores space but leaves the entry defect unless it is also repaired.
Removing roots and exposing the defect
Roots can enter through open joints and cracks, then spread along the bore. Cutting equipment is selected for the pipe material and its remaining condition. Debris is recovered or controlled during clearance so it does not create another restriction downstream.
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Inspecting the pipe after root removal
Dense growth may conceal part of the pipe during the first camera pass. After removal, the inspection can show the position and extent of the entry defects. We use this clearer view to set the repair boundaries. A flowing pipe may still have openings through which roots could return, so sealing those defects is considered separately from cutting the growth.
Drain repairs where trees are nearby
A tree close to the drain is a reason to investigate, rather than proof of the cause. The footage establishes whether roots are present. Repairing suitable pipe defects may allow the drain to remain in use without removing the tree. Any tree-management decision requires its own consideration beyond the drainage repair.
Tree Roots in Drains: common questions
Will cutting roots stop the blockage returning?
Cutting removes the growth. Repairing the entry defect is considered where it could allow roots back into the pipe.
Does a nearby tree prove roots caused the problem?
No. A camera inspection establishes whether root growth is present inside the affected run.
Can a liner be installed over obstructing roots?
The run must first be prepared, with growth removed and the pipe wall inspected.
Can drainage be used after the roots are cleared?
Flow is checked after clearance. We confirm whether the connected facilities can return to use and whether repairs require a later restriction.
Will the tree have to be removed?
Not necessarily. Repairing the drain and managing the tree are separate decisions.