Beech roots potential problem?

pawrick · 2018-05-28 11:06:24

Hi, I bought a house a few years ago where the previous owner had planted a beech tree text to the septic tank (block type tank). The tree also appears to be planted above the pipe leading from the house in to the tank. I really like the tree but I'm concerned that as it grows larger it could damage the tank/pipe. The…

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pawrick

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Hi,

I bought a house a few years ago where the previous owner had planted a beech tree text to the septic tank (block type tank). The tree also appears to be planted above the pipe leading from the house in to the tank.

I really like the tree but I'm concerned that as it grows larger it could damage the tank/pipe. The diameter of the trunk is now about 10cm.

Would it be best to cut it down and kill it at this point or do beech tree roots pose a serious problem? I'm inclined to cut it down after the summer.

thanks for any advice.

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