I have a big Sycamore tree in my front yard and the roots are growing towards the foundation of my house. One of the roots is about a foot from the foundation. My husband is not able to do the work, so I will have to try and cut the roots myself. We can't afford to hire someone to do the work. A Sycamore tree has large roots. I've tried using a hand saw and a hatchet, but it takes a long time.
What would be the easiest tools to use to cut the roots? I'm 73 years old, but I'm pretty strong.
What to use to cut large roots
tools
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Best Answer
If you are comfortable using power tools a Sawz-all also called a reciprocating saw will do the job. You will want a coarse blade with less than 14 teeth per inch. They are available in battery powered models if you don't have an outlet nearby. If you have never used anything like it before ask the salesperson if they can show you how to use it safely. Ask if they have a piece of scrap wood so you can make a cut to see if you are comfortable using it.