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 […]
Himalayan balsam Originally introduced by Victorian gardeners in 1839, Himalayan Balsam is now one of the most invasive species in the UK. It is known to be the largest annual plant in Britain, and you are likely to see it growing along riverbanks and streams due to the rate at which it has spread. How is it that such an […]
Book Now for our Japanese Knotweed CPD Course What is Japanese Knotweed? Japanese knotweed is a fast-growing, invasive weed, it is rapidly becoming one of Britain’s most invasive weeds. Japanese knotweed can remain dormant for over twenty years, but once it begins to grow, it can spread at a length of 1.2 metres per month and up to a […]
japanese knotweed spring identification Japanese knotweed Spring Growth While typically a lot of us will be happy to have seen the back end of it, those of us who have a Japanese knotweed infestation on their premises will have a feeling of dread when they see the tell-tale red shoots coming back up. Around this time of year, you can […]
Property owner fined £18k for not remediating Japanese Knotweed Not remediating Japanese Knotweed when growing on a property based in Bristol has been the cause of a property firm being indicted with a hefty fine. The Japanese Knotweed affected 7 properties and Bristol City Council prosecuted MB Estate Limited which owned the offending property for not remediating Japanese Knotweed. The […]
What should you do if you find Japanese Knotweed growing on your proprty? If you are looking to buy or sell a property, you will most likely have heard of Japanese Knotweed. Although it is not illegal to allow Japanese Knotweed growing on your property but it is illegal to allow it to spread – what is your responsibility when […]
What the Waistell vs Network Rail case means for you… We have all heard about the landmark Japanese Knotweed case of Mr Waistell v Network Rail, but what exactly was the precedent which was set following the hearing? Japanese Knotweed was typically used by Network Rail to stabilise railway embankments in the past, and due to this, most railways in […]
nEIGHBOURS WITH JAPANESE KNOTWEED – A GUIDE TO AVOID DISPUTES Your home is your castle and if you are particularly house proud, you will know that the outside of your home is just as important as the interior. So what should you do when you see neighbours with Japanese Knotweed? Here’s a step-by-step guide. Ideally, you will get in touch with […]
Japanese Knotweed Vs Property… Japanese knotweed is known for causing damage to properties, but just how much? Property Damage The advise to Landlords is to familiarise themselves with the dangers of the troublesome weed. Japanese Knotweed affects around 5% of all properties in the UK. It has the potential to cause structural damage to buildings and walls. This means around […]
How to identify japanese knotweed in the winter! If you need help identifying Japanese knotweed, you first must know that Japanese knotweed looks different depending on the current season. Here’s how to identify Japanese knotweed in the winter. What is Japanese Knotweed? Japanese knotweed is a fast-growing, invasive weed. It is relatively attractive to the eye and especially attractive to insects. […]