Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
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Is this tree too close to house? What should I do?
I have a holly tree (picture enclosed) that is right behind our back bedroom in the corner of the lanai. I am concerned about the roots getting under the foundation.
Can anyone recommend someone to take a look at it and give me some advice? Thank you. |
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If, you are concerned about roots from the tree going under your home, It would be easy enough for you to dig down and see what is happening. Like many things if the trunk is beyond, I think it is 6 inches you need a permit to remove it. A tree can be moved. It will be costly. |
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If that doesn't work for you, try calling: Bryan Stanage 352-636-3527 Stanage Tree Service | Residential and Commercial Arborist Besides being a certified and expert arborist, he is very knowledgeable regarding TV's rules (he is actually one of the few companies allowed to do The Villages contract tree work)...and has fair prices. |
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2.16 Tree Removal Home No tree with a trunk four (4) inches or more in diameter shall be removed or effectively removed through excessive injury without first obtaining permission from the ARC. For canopy trees, the arborist will examine the tree and submit a report to the ARC. The ARC will review the documentation and their decision will be determined on a case by case basis. Generally a tree that matures at over 30 feet and is not a palm or conifer is considered a canopy tree. Per the arborist, below is a list of the most commonly used canopy trees: Live Oak, Shuamrd Oak Laurel Oak (not recommended by the arborist – short lived and inclined to get infested with mistletoe) Southern Magnolia, Little Gem Magnolia (recommended for confined areas) Drake Elm or Chinese Elm Allee Elm Winged Elm Red Maple (used in The Villages but does not do well in some areas due to poor soil or dryer conditions)
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You might try the web sites for some local colleges and email the department that deals with plants.
Look at this and similar sites Invasive Tree Root Information – Learn About Trees With Invasive Roots Holly Is A Good Choice To Plant Near House - tribunedigital-orlandosentinel |
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OP, if you know the type of tree, you can contact the master gardener, at Florida Master Gardener Program - University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and ask them if the root typically cause foundation damage. A building inspector (Frank DeAngelo he is great) should be able to check out you house and foundation for any cracks. Finally, a call to home warranty, you may get transferred, should get you to the correct department for someone to come out and inspect the tree. This will get you specific answers you need, can you cut the tree down, and is it causing or can it cause foundation damage.
Hope this helps.
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