Steve_M Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 I need advice about dealing with the roots of a (Sequoia) tree, one of which is damaging our drive. Cut it down is a last resort… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 33 minutes ago, Steve_M said: I need advice about dealing with the roots of a (Sequoia) tree, one of which is damaging our drive. Cut it down is a last resort… I'm not an arborist but work in forestry related schizzle. Assuming you want to root prune it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 1 hour ago, Steve_M said: I need advice about dealing with the roots of a (Sequoia) tree, one of which is damaging our drive. Cut it down is a last resort… I've had a quick Google on the subject so I'm now classed as Internet specialist Google says Generally, you can safely prune roots that are 5 times the diameter away from your tree. So, if your tree has a diameter of 3 feet, only cut tree roots 15 feet away from the tree. Mark the area you'll cut, and dig a hole all the way around the root until it is completely exposed.29 Sept 2021 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_M Posted March 5, 2023 Author Share Posted March 5, 2023 9 minutes ago, Bender said: I've had a quick Google on the subject so I'm now classed as Internet specialist Google says Generally, you can safely prune roots that are 5 times the diameter away from your tree. So, if your tree has a diameter of 3 feet, only cut tree roots 15 feet away from the tree. Mark the area you'll cut, and dig a hole all the way around the root until it is completely exposed.29 Sept 2021 Bugger. The tree diameter is probably four feet, the bit I need to remove is about eight feet away. The tree surgeon cost is going to be expensive 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_M Posted March 5, 2023 Author Share Posted March 5, 2023 1 hour ago, goat said: I'm not an arborist but work in forestry related schizzle. Assuming you want to root prune it? If practical, remove just the one root which is on the SE side (the house is due east). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 32 minutes ago, Steve_M said: Bugger. The tree diameter is probably four feet, the bit I need to remove is about eight feet away. The tree surgeon cost is going to be expensive How big is it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 2 hours ago, Steve_M said: I need advice about dealing with the roots of a (Sequoia) tree, one of which is damaging our drive. Cut it down is a last resort… A Sequoia ? Isn't that one of those bloody things that grow to over 100meters in California ? You could climb up it and steal the goose from the giant... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 1 minute ago, Ronnie said: A Sequoia ? Isn't that one of those bloody things that grow to over 100meters in California ? You could climb up it and steal the goose from the giant... Same family I think, they are impressive though I've walked through them, crap as source of wood though as the giant redwoods break down into little staves. Normal sequoia though hmmm Sequoia has attained the status of the most expensive wood in the world, costing up to €1500 per cubic metre. The tree, named in honour of the Cherokee chief Sequoyah, is an emblem of the United States. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_M Posted March 6, 2023 Author Share Posted March 6, 2023 10 hours ago, Bender said: How big is it About double the height of the house. Probably 1.5m in diameter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 6, 2023 Share Posted March 6, 2023 I can ask a friend who is an arb consultant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Posted March 6, 2023 Share Posted March 6, 2023 1 hour ago, Steve_M said: About double the height of the house. Probably 1.5m in diameter. Nice tree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_M Posted March 6, 2023 Author Share Posted March 6, 2023 1 hour ago, Bender said: Nice tree Probably not for too much longer. Shame ‘cos, as you say, it’s a nice tree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Westerly Posted March 6, 2023 Share Posted March 6, 2023 9 hours ago, Steve_M said: Probably not for too much longer. Shame ‘cos, as you say, it’s a nice tree. Make sure it hasn't got a preservation order on it. My Dad had a huge chestnut removed that was growing into his house wall. Did have a preservation order as apparently it was a rare variety and the hoops he had to go through to prove that it was going to wreck his house (Grade 2 listed) were insane. Main reason he sold up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_M Posted March 6, 2023 Author Share Posted March 6, 2023 39 minutes ago, S-Westerly said: Make sure it hasn't got a preservation order on it. My Dad had a huge chestnut removed that was growing into his house wall. Did have a preservation order as apparently it was a rare variety and the hoops he had to go through to prove that it was going to wreck his house (Grade 2 listed) were insane. Main reason he sold up. I had to jump through those hoops at my house in Acle. There are no TPO’s on any of the trees in this garden, fortunately. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick67 Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 Might be cheaper to move the drive? 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
husoi Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 Aren't sequoias a protected species? You maybe want to check with the forestry guys before getting the clippers out... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 18 minutes ago, husoi said: Aren't sequoias a protected species? You maybe want to check with the forestry guys before getting the clippers out... Don't think so, not even native. Schedule 8 of the wildlife and countryside act lists protected plant species. If there's over 5m3 you might need a felling licence from the forestry commission. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_M Posted March 8, 2023 Author Share Posted March 8, 2023 32 minutes ago, goat said: Don't think so, not even native. Schedule 8 of the wildlife and countryside act lists protected plant species. If there's over 5m3 you might need a felling licence from the forestry commission. Ah, suddenly life is not so simple as there’s definitely more volume than that. Something to consider… thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 15 minutes ago, Steve_M said: Ah, suddenly life is not so simple as there’s definitely more volume than that. Something to consider… thank you. Scratch that, it's just in your garden so not required Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 Dont forget it may not have a TPO but may be in a conservation area which also requires applying for works . Giant reds known for being fire redartent until your sat 60ft in the air in one and your chsinsaw keeps setting alight to its matting outer layer .... Get a proffesional in and make sure their fully insured etc ... if it goes wrong then you have some comeback Or even discuss it with your home insurance if its having a detrimental effect on the insured property .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 Have at it, what could possibly go wrong Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
husoi Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 1 hour ago, TimR said: Dont forget it may not have a TPO but may be in a conservation area which also requires applying for works . Giant reds known for being fire redartent until your sat 60ft in the air in one and your chsinsaw keeps setting alight to its matting outer layer .... Get a proffesional in and make sure their fully insured etc ... if it goes wrong then you have some comeback Or even discuss it with your home insurance if its having a detrimental effect on the insured property .. I know that trees under 5m distance will increase home insurance as they are a high risk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_M Posted March 8, 2023 Author Share Posted March 8, 2023 4 hours ago, TimR said: Dont forget it may not have a TPO but may be in a conservation area which also requires applying for works . Giant reds known for being fire redartent until your sat 60ft in the air in one and your chsinsaw keeps setting alight to its matting outer layer .... Get a proffesional in and make sure their fully insured etc ... if it goes wrong then you have some comeback Or even discuss it with your home insurance if its having a detrimental effect on the insured property .. We have had a lot of tree work done. Always with a fully insured professional. Something I was advised by the Norfolk County conservation officer from having a couple of trees with TPO’s that needed some TLC, advice I’ve followed. It’s proving expensive given how many trees we have in our garden particularly after last year’s storms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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