A close up of shallow tree roots making their way into the drain and cracking the walkway. - Littleny/Getty Images While growing large trees in your yard is beneficial for shade, aesthetics, and ...

While there are plenty of benefits to planting trees near your house, there are a few species that can break into your plumbing with their roots.

What looks like barren land can change rapidly with the return of a single species. The aspen tree grows quickly, spreads through its root system, and supports entire ecosystems around it. From ...