Tree Roots Under Pool: Cutting and Barriers

Root Spread and Pool Protection

Roots extend ~1.5× canopy width. Your silver maple and cherry 6 ft from above-ground pool—maple roots are the likely culprit.

Safe Root Cutting

• Can cut ≤30% of root system without harming tree
• Trench 2 ft deep along pool edge
• Cut all roots cleanly
• Install root barrier in trench

Root Barrier Options

High-density polyethylene (Century, DeepRoot) deflects roots downward. Install vertically in trench, backfill.

Cherry Roots

Less aggressive than maple. Monitor but unlikely to cause issues.