Sewer Line Tree Root clogging the pipes Issue

[Gautam S.]

Hello BP Nation:

I have a clogged sewer line issue in a rental property as there are roots growing in the pipes. There is big tree near by in the front yard!! ( I hate trees :( )!!

The plumber did a rodding job and found the problem and suggesting that I have to do rodding every few months ( at least twice a year!!).

So I am trying to getting advice on what are the options to fix this root infestation problem.

1. Keep rodding every few months? how often?

2. How much you typically pay for a rodding job. Paid $300 as it was kind of emergency!

3. Is the chemical treatment works?

4. Do you suggest to replace the old pipe with new ( about 50 ft from house to city sewer line?

Any estimate for this replacement? it just runs like 6ft below ground.

5. I have a big tree close by - may be cut the tree ( May cost like $1000 - not sure).

It is rental property that I want to hold 5-10 yrs or more.

Let the ideas coming...