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Trees add beauty and shade, but their roots can pull a surprising amount of moisture from the soil near your foundation.
Large trees are one of the most overlooked factors in foundation movement. A mature tree's root system can extend well beyond its canopy, drawing moisture out of the surrounding clay soil — especially during hot North Texas summers when trees are working hardest to stay hydrated.
When roots pull moisture unevenly from one side of a foundation, that section of soil shrinks more than the rest, creating the kind of uneven movement that leads to cracking. This doesn't mean you need to remove your trees — it just means tree placement and root management are worth thinking about, especially for new landscaping.
Roots often extend beyond the tree canopy.
Roots pull water from soil near the foundation.
One side of the foundation dries faster than the other.
Plant large trees at a safe distance from the foundation.
Consult a qualified arborist and foundation specialist before installing root barriers near your home.
Large trees can be one factor that affects soil moisture around a home. If you have concerns about large trees, root growth, drainage, or cracking near your home, consult a qualified foundation specialist or landscape professional for guidance specific to your property.
Watch for cracking that appears mostly on one side of the home.
Mature, established trees near a home are common throughout North Texas. If you have concerns about nearby trees, roots, or soil movement, consult a qualified arborist or foundation specialist for guidance specific to your property.
If cracking is concentrated on one side of the home near a large tree, or if a tree's roots are visibly lifting nearby pavement, it's worth having both the landscaping and foundation reviewed.
We're happy to help you understand what's normal and what's not.