Home warranty coverage for sewer root damage . Most standard home warranty plans cover interior plumbing and sewer lines ...

Q: We bought our home about three months ago, and this week we had septic system inspected. The septic contractor found a large mass of tree roots in the tank and recommended that we flush about 10 ...

The Plant Medic columnist Ricky Kemery recommends best practices that will set trees up for success in local landscapes.

Roots belong underground. So why do we often find visible tree roots snaking along the soil surface in the lawn or garden? Some kinds of trees, such as maples, poplars and willows, naturally have ...

A cool front or two may have moderated things, but early week heat served to remind us that summer is knock-knocking on the ...

Tree roots are the hidden lifeline of every tree, anchoring them, feeding them, and keeping them strong for decades. But without proper care, they can cause damage to property or suffer from neglect, ...

Q: We excavated a trench for drainage near an oak tree. At the closest point, we are maybe 12 feet from the trunk of the tree. We did not break any roots larger than about 3/4 inch. Will the tree live ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It’s not uncommon for trees to be killed from damage suffered during construction. Depending upon the type of tree, its age and ...

Many homeowners unknowingly plant invasive species (trees, plants, etc.) that then aggressively consume their properties. A ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — After a 12-year-long battle, a Great Kills couple is finally getting a solution to a tree root problem that pulled up her sidewalk and driveway pavers for over a decade. Judy ...