JAPANESE KNOTWEED RESOURCES
As specialists in the removal and treatment of Japanese Knotweed, you can explore our knowledge hub and learn everything you need about this highly invasive species.
Japanese Knotweed Guides
From identifying Japanese knotweed to answering your frequently asked questions, discover our comprehensive guides.
Identifying Japanese Knotweed
Japanese knotweed can be mistakenly identified as other similar plants, such as Russian vine or Himalayan Honeysuckle, but when left to its own devices, it can cause a lot more damage than these plants can – so it’s worth checking.
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Buying & Selling with Japanese Knotweed
With a large number of lenders and banks refusing to lend if there is Japanese knotweed present or close to a property (especially within 7m), it can be difficult when buying or selling.
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Japanese Knotweed Removal
Japanese knotweed is incredibly destructive and needs to be dealt with by a professional. Not only can it cause physical damage to your property, but it can also bring legal troubles if encroaching on neighbouring land.
There are several different ways that Japanese knotweed can be treated and removed, and there are a fair few misconceptions as well.
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Japanese Knotweed Law & Legislation
Due to Japanese knotweed’s aggressive regrowth when mishandled or disposed of improperly, Japanese knotweed is governed by strict laws and guidelines that determine the way in which it should be treated and disposed of in the UK.
Seeking Japanese knotweed removal and disposal advice from an experienced professional is vitally important. Failure to use a licensed operative could leave you liable to prosecution should you be in breach of numerous codes of practice, including the risk of receiving an Anti-Social Behaviour Order.
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Other Useful Resources
Japanese Knotweed FAQs
Have a specific question about Japanese knotweed? Check out our handy FAQs.
Policy Documents
We are able to provide in-depth Japanese Knotweed information and solutions that considers the following policies:
Image gallery
There are other invasive and non-invasive plants that can be mistaken for Japanese knotweed. Our handy photo gallery will help you to decide whether a plant you suspect is knotweed or not!
Video gallery
Looking for more Japanese knotweed information? From learning what Japanese knotweed looks like to Procurement for Housing, view our video guides below.
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Japanese Knotweed vs. Bamboo: Which is the Most Invasive Species?
Buying a New Build? Beware of Japanese Knotweed
Is Japanese Knotweed Poisonous or Harmless?
The History of Japanese Knotweed
What Does Young Japanese Knotweed Look Like?
Working with Japanese Knotweed Specialists
As proud members of the Property Care Association’s (PCA) ‘Invasive Weed Control Group’ (IWG) you can be sure that you will receive the industry’s leading solutions to a high standard and all from an audited contractor.
It also ensures we can offer robust and meaningful Japanese Knotweed guarantees that you can rely on, in the event that you have Japanese Knotweed, to ensure you are covered if it ever returns.
We offer insurance backed guarantees, independently written and approved by the Invasive Weed Group of the Property Care Association (PCA), alongside being recognised by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
We are proud to be named Invasive Weed Contractor of 2017 by the Property Care Association – our team works very hard to contribute to raising the standards in invasive plant management.
If you require any Japanese Knotweed information, do not hesitate to get in touch!
Don’t delay – sort your Japanese knotweed problem today
As leading invasive species identification and removal professionals in the UK, we know how to treat and remove Japanese knotweed here at Japanese Knotweed Specialists. If you’re concerned there is Japanese knotweed present on your property, don’t hesitate to take action. Contact a specialist today.
