Bald Cypress Roots and Pier-and-Beam Homes

3 bald cypresses planted 3 ft from pier-and-beam home. Plumber found "root ball" blocking pipe 40 ft away. Husband thinks only slab foundations at risk.

Facts

• Foundation root problems = slab foundations.
• Roots enter unsealed sewer pipes (any foundation type). Could be cypress or other trees.
• Main issue at 3 ft: branches rubbing house—no tree should be this close.
• Mature spread ~40 ft.

Action

Move trees ≥20 ft from house. Sewer pipes need commercial-grade replacement if roots penetrating.