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Old 09-16-2008, 05:48 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Default Re: Foundation issues?

Bananas have soft tissue roots unlike regular trees. So they won't push hard on the foundation walls. Only thing you have to worry about is if your foundation has footing drains. Though if the drain pipes have the holes at the bottom, where they ought to be, then there is very little risk of the roots plugging up the holes. If the drain pipes are over 3 feet below the grade, then you have nothing to worry about.
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