The root pruning on this project ended up being more extensive than expected. We discussed several alternatives, including bridging over the roots, but ultimately determined that the roots needed to be removed to protect the house.
We’ll finish installing the root barrier tomorrow and then schedule reduction pruning to help manage the tree moving forward. We can’t say for certain where the roots originated, but the theory is that they extended from the side of the house toward the air conditioner condensate drain, which provides a reliable source of water during the hottest periods.