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If My Neighbor Cut Down A Large Oak Tree That Was Invading My Property And Close To My Foundation, But Leaving The Stump, Will The

roots still grow and possibly damage my foundation? Should I have the stump removed to stop roots from growing


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#1 Comment By GKH_Susan On 11/04/2024 @ 6:49 pm

Yes, the tree may try to regrow. You can apply a stump killer product or have the stump ground. If you see any new growth come up after that, apply glyphosate.

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