hi there Jerri!
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roots are a good thing! if you could post some pictures, that would be super helpful too, then info would be a little more specific.
you said top soil? most orchids are not typically grown in top soil like other houseplants. top soil can choke the roots, create too much pressure on them. orchid roots tend to like to have a type of potting medium that allows water and air to flow easily. when you water your orchid, you typically want the water to flow straight thru the pot into the sink underneath (if you water in your kitchen sink). i used to have my orchids sitting on dishes that matched my pots, and it actually was a bad thing...the water sat there too long and suffocated and rotted my roots!
after you get some pics up, the repotting issue will be a little easier to adress.
rule of thumb tho is to let them finish blooming before repotting.
i hope i didn't confuse you!
