In a humid region characterized by expansive soils, a homeowner experienced burst water pipes, doors that no longer closed properly, and large vertical cracks in the brick walls. The house had had no...

In a humid region characterized by expansive soils, a homeowner experienced burst water pipes, doors that no longer closed properly, and large vertical cracks in the brick walls. The house had had no problems for over 20 years, and a consulting soil scientist blamed the problems on a large tree that was planted near the house some 10 years before the problems began to occur. Explain.