Tree Root Removal
We remove tree root intrusion from drains using mechanical cutting and high-pressure jetting, locating the exact point of entry with a CCTV survey first, then recommending a lasting repair such as patch lining to prevent recurrence.
Tree roots are drawn to the moisture and nutrients inside drain pipes, and once they find a way in through a joint or crack they can quickly cause a serious blockage. We remove root intrusion using mechanical cutting and high-pressure jetting, then recommend a lasting repair such as patch lining to stop the roots coming back through the same point of entry.
Roots do not need a large gap to get in. A hairline crack or a slightly displaced joint is enough for a root to find its way into the moisture-rich environment inside a drain, and once established it grows quickly, gradually widening the entry point and catching debris until the pipe blocks completely. This tends to happen close to mature trees and hedges, but even a fairly small tree can cause a surprising amount of root intrusion if it is close to an old or already-damaged pipe run.
We start with a CCTV survey to locate the exact point and depth of the intrusion, then remove the roots using mechanical cutting and jetting to restore full flow without needing to touch the tree itself. Because roots can return to the same entry point if the underlying crack or joint is left unrepaired, we recommend a permanent fix such as patch lining wherever the survey shows ongoing damage, sealing the point of entry for good.
What's included
- CCTV survey to locate the point of root entry
- Mechanical root cutting and jetting
- Restoration of full drain flow
- Recommendation for a permanent repair where needed
- Advice on preventing future root intrusion
Signs you need tree root removal
- Slow drainage or a full blockage near a mature tree or hedge
- A CCTV survey showing visible root growth inside the pipe
- Recurring blockages at the same point in the drain run
- Gurgling or bubbling sounds from a drain close to trees or shrubs
- A previous root removal where the problem has come back
How it works
Our step-by-step approach to tree root removal
1. Free phone assessment
We discuss the location of nearby trees and the pattern of the blockage to judge how likely root intrusion is.
2. CCTV survey
We locate the exact point and depth of the root entry before starting any removal work.
3. Root removal
We clear the intrusion using mechanical cutting and high-pressure jetting to restore full flow.
4. Permanent repair recommendation
Where the entry point is damaged, we recommend a lasting repair such as patch lining to stop roots returning.
Why choose Just Drainage
- CCTV-led diagnosis so root removal targets the exact point of entry
- No need to damage or remove the tree itself in almost all cases
- Permanent repair options to stop roots coming back
- No-fix no-fee guarantee and no call-out charge
We provide tree root removal across Essex and South Suffolk, covering 671 towns and villages within a 20-mile radius of Manningtree.
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