Can I Claim With Japanese knotweed? Have you discovered Japanese knotweed on your property and are unsure whether you can make a claim? Understanding liability and your legal position is key when dealing with a Japanese knotweed problem. The ability to make a Japanese knotweed claim will depend on your individual circumstances. However, you may have grounds for a claim […]
UK Law and Japanese Knotweed It almost seems ridiculous talking about a weed, in relation to fines and prison sentences! Yet the damage Japanese knotweed can cause, and the financial costs are so significant. That there are several pieces of legislation dedicated to this pernicious weed. This article discusses the UK Law and Japanese Knotweed… Why Do We Need Laws […]
How to Identify Japanese Knotweed in Spring Japanese knotweed is one of the most problematic invasive plant species in the UK, affecting an estimated 1.25 million properties and causing average property devaluations of around £23,530. With figures like this, being able to identify Japanese knotweed in spring is essential for early intervention and control. Spring is one of the most […]
Japanese Knotweed in Derbyshire If you’re buying, selling, or managing a property in Derbyshire, Japanese knotweed, as an invasive plant species, is an issue that usually only comes to attention once a survey or lending process is underway. Does Knotweed Require Action? Most people don’t actively look for Japanese knotweed. It usually comes to light during due diligence — when […]
Japanese Knotweed – Spot it Early! Spring is the easiest and most affordable time of the year to treat Japanese knotweed. It is crucial that you know what signs to look out for to save you money. If they haven’t already, Japanese knotweed stems will soon begin sprouting, after lying dormant through the winter. Unfortunately, due to changing temperatures. Not […]
Law Society Guidelines For Property Sellers On Japanese Knotweed Japanese knotweed devalues homeowners’ most valuable asset by an average of 10% in the UK. With 1 in 20 properties affected by this invasive weed, it has become a major issue! Read more about the law society guidelines… Selling a property with Japanese knotweed? Currently, when selling a property, you need […]
Has Your House Been Affected By Japanese Knotweed? 5% of houses in the UK are affected by Japanese Knotweed This figure has jumped up hugely in recent years. With the exponential growth of Japanese Knotweed (JK) this meaning it can reduce 1 in 20 houses value by up to £100,000! Also,we have found that Japanese knotweed affects 5% of houses […]
Why is Japanese Knotweed such a problem? Japanese Knotweed is a bamboo-like plant with hollow stems and green heart-shaped leaves. But why is Japanese knotweed a problem? Why Is Japanese Knotweed A Problem? As Japanese Knotweed has no natural predators in the UK, it is very hard to maintain. It grows rapidly and can grow up to 10cm a day in […]
Think You Know Everything About Japanese Knotweed? When we talk about Japanese Knotweed, we often reference the detrimental effects it can have on the property, especially depreciation in value. Beyond that, Japanese Knotweed has a significant impact on our environment. This is another reason why we are so passionate about eradicating it. So, do you think you know everything about […]
An Interview With: A Homeowner With Japanese Knotweed We all hear the horror stories about how Japanese Knotweed reduces property values by 100% and is notorious for bringing house sales to a grinding halt, much to the dismay of many vendors. So today, we have spoken to a homeowner with Japanese Knotweed Expert, a single mum of 2 who was […]