Drain Dictionary

Tree Roots & Vegetation

How trees interact with drains — the number one cause of blockages.

Root Barrier A physical or chemical barrier installed in the ground between trees and pipes to redirect root growth away from drainage assets. Tree Root Intrusion Tree roots growing into a drain through cracks, joints or defects, attracted by the water and nutrients inside — the leading cause of blocked drains in Brisbane

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