How can I get stop tree roots from taking over my lawn?

You can have them removed with a stump grinder, but that would make a mess of the yard. There are a few videos on YouTube but nothing looks too promising.

You can dig around large visible roots and cut them. But no matter what you do roots will always grow out.

Hi Debbie. I'm Cindy. If you want to get rid of tree roots, use a shovel or pick to dig around the root. Cut the root from the tree. Dig and pull out as much of the root as you need. Most tree roots will die if cut. The tree may also die.

Here is how to treat the suckers with NAA which is a hormone suppressent for trees/suckers.... https://homeguides.sfgate.com/prevent-tree-sucker-regrowth-29480.html

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I would not use the Roundup on neighbors tree roots cause he may sue you if you kill his tree. Plus roundup is a nasty carcinogen and is killing all the bees.

Hello. When we were putting in an irrigation line we used to reciprocating saw two Saul and remove tree roots.