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Conifer Hedge Root Cutting for Driveway Repair

20-year conifer hedge roots lifting tarmac. Owner plans to cut offending roots.

Safe Cutting Protocol

Trench along driveway
Depth: 12–18" (root zone)
Sever roots cleanly
≤25% root system loss = acceptable
Closer to drive = more roots cut

Long-Term Fix

Install root barrier (vertical HDPE) along drive
Barrier specs
Prevents regrowth into pavement zone

Tree Health

Stability unaffected (deep anchors intact). Health impact minimal if ≤⅓ roots cut. Barrier eliminates recurring issue.

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