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Tree Roots and Sprinkler Lines: Monitor, Don't Panic

Roots don't "seek" pipes—they thicken and may crack pipes over time. If you hit a line planting, repair it. Monitor for leaks later; repair if needed. Not a certainty.

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Plants

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