What is a Phase 1 Habitat Survey and why do I need one?

A Phase 1 Habitat Survey is used to classify and map different wildlife habitats as well as identifying any flora and fauna that are currently located on a site. This can be done for rural, semi-urban and urban areas. A Phase 1 survey is generally completed at the very early stages of a planning proposal.

Look Out for Japanese Knotweed This Spring!

As we approach Spring, we are seeing a huge increase in enquiries about Japanese knotweed! Make sure that you know all the signs you need to look out for that may indicate that you have Japanese knotweed on your property. Here is what you should be looking for:

Are You Living In A Japanese Knotweed Hotspot?

Nobody wants to find Japanese knotweed on their property, due to the many complications and costs it can cause. However, it is much better to be aware that you have it than to be surprised by it at an inconvenient, later date (e.g., when you are trying to sell your home).

Can I Cut Japanese Knotweed?

You may be tempted to try and clear Japanese knotweed yourself and hope that the problem will go away, or that other plants will stop the knotweed from growing back. This is not the case.

Can Japanese Knotweed Treatment Hurt My Pet?

As part of our Japanese knotweed treatment, we use a glyphosate-based spray. While this is used in a stronger concentration than it might be for common gardening, there are highly unlikely to be any side effects to your pets.

What Damage Can Japanese Knotweed Cause?

Japanese knotweed can grow wherever there is a crack or a weak spot in your building. This voracious plant is able to grow up to 10cm a day. This means that the damage caused can be sudden and severe, as well as taking a lot of time and money to repair.