Sycamore Roots and Utility Lines: High Risk, Consider Removal

Sycamore 12 Feet from Water/Sewer: Root Invasion Likely

Sycamores aggressively seek water. Roots will enter any leak in sewer/water lines. At 12 feet with surface roots, conflict is probable.

Recommendation

Unless the tree has high sentimental value, remove it now before it grows larger and removal becomes costly/difficult.

If You Keep It

• Monitor lines annually with camera inspection.
• Budget for eventual line replacement or root barrier installation (limited effectiveness).