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April 9, 2021
Bamboo is one of the most common garden plants – it has a distinctive look, is fast growing and is relatively low maintenance. However, it can cause damage to patios, driveways, fence lines and other plants in both your own and your neighbours’ gardens.
March 29, 2021
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.
March 11, 2021
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:
March 5, 2021
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).
February 23, 2021
Many become concerned when they learn there is Japanese knotweed present on their property as they wonder whether it will affect their mortgage. But will it?
February 17, 2021
Exciting news! Our Client Manager, Lara Simpson, has featured in the first ever episode of the Planterra Business Show!!
February 11, 2021
At Japanese Knotweed Expert, we are pleased to say that we have treated many cases of Japanese knotweed and have had great success in ensuring long-lasting removal.
February 5, 2021
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.
January 27, 2021
While each insurance policy is different, most buildings insurance policies exclude damage caused by Japanese knotweed.
January 15, 2021
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.
January 8, 2021
Japanese Knotweed is treated with a glyphosate-based spray. However, this is only available for trade entities to purchase, meaning this will need to be carried out by a professional.
December 17, 2020
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.
December 9, 2020
There are several different methods of treating Japanese knotweed. For most residential properties, we would recommend a herbicidal treatment over the growing season, followed by a period of inspection visits.
November 25, 2020
Japanese knotweed is quite a distinctive plant; but it does share many features with other similar weeds. For this reason, we would always recommend that a PCA certified surveyor visits your property to confirm whether or not the suspected plant is Japanese knotweed.
November 20, 2020
Japanese knotweed is commonly treated with a herbicide programme. This is conducted over several years and visits, to ensure that the knotweed is fully treated and does not re-emerge after a dormant period.
November 12, 2020
Japanese knotweed was brought to the UK back in the Victorian era and since then, it has spread across the entire nation. Due to Britain’s extensive canal and rail network, the knotweed has spread continuously, and is still doing so today.
November 3, 2020
There has been a recent case in Buckinghamshire where a new type of knotweed has been discovered. The knotweed, called ‘Fallopia Bohemica’ or Bohemian knotweed is a crossbreed of Japanese knotweed and Giant knotweed.
October 29, 2020
All landowners are legally responsible for controlling and removing Japanese knotweed from their property in order to prevent its spread, regardless of whether this is a domestic homeowner or a commercial entity.
September 21, 2020
When it comes to the treatment and removal of Japanese knotweed, you can see a lot of large numbers being thrown around. It’s hard to know exactly what you’re looking at, what is it that you’re really paying for?
August 25, 2020
Property surveyors will likely encounter Japanese knotweed on a semi-regular basis. Experts say that there is at least one stand of Japanese knotweed in every 6-mile square area within the United Kingdom. Here are some tips that property surveyors (plus anyone looking to buy or sell a house) should follow:
August 3, 2020
Bamboo is a plant that immediately makes you think or somewhere exotic in the far east – the plant has been used in many themed gardens over the years and is still used today as a decorative plant. However, due to the way bamboo grows, it can quickly overrun a small garden – is it invasive, or is it a feature plant?
July 27, 2020
While we would recommend getting a certified surveyor to your property to examine any suspected Japanese knotweed growth, but here are a couple of signs that you can use to help you.
July 27, 2020
Japanese knotweed is similar to any other weed – it is best treated in the spring and summer, when the rain is less likely to wash away any herbicide-based treatment. Excavation can be carried out year-round, if the location of the weed has been established. The treatment protocol we follow here at Japanese Knotweed Expert is detailed below.
July 24, 2020
A surveyor will check for any problems in the house but will they check the garden? Will my surveyor check for Japanese knotweed?
July 22, 2020
Japanese knotweed was initially indigenous to Japan, China and Korea – it has now spread worldwide, and it is listed by the World Conservation Union as one of the world’s worst invasive species. Read on below for how this weed left Japan and spread worldwide!
July 17, 2020
Japanese knotweed affects 1 in 20 properties in the UK. So when you are asked to fill out the Ta6 form version 4 because you are selling your property be very careful about answering the question on Japanese knotweed!
Don't spend money that you don't have to. Send us some photos of the suspected Japanese knotweed, and we will identify the plant for you, let us put your mind at ease.
July 15, 2020
When taking out a rental agreement, the garden or Japanese knotweed can be the last thing on your, or your landlord’s mind. You are excited about the property and moving in, you agree the deposit, sign everything off and then realise that you have a very broad clause in your tenancy agreement, saying that you will take ‘reasonable care’ of the garden and grounds.
June 25, 2020
This is why it is so important for you to understand your legal rights and responsibilities. You also need to understand your options prior to buying a property infected by Japanese knotweed.
June 18, 2020
Have you found Japanese knotweed on your property? Not sure if you are able to claim? Who is legally responsible to cover the costs?
June 3, 2020
We are proud to introduce our Japanese Knotweed Expert Client Manager, Lara.
May 26, 2020
The legal side of Japanese knotweed & what the UK law says about it!
May 12, 2020
Often referred to as the UK’s most destructive weed. Yes, Japanese knotweed can in fact cause serious damage to your property.
May 7, 2020
To identify Japanese knotweed in the spring you are looking for certain characteristics. As it emerges from the soil it resembles asparagus with tightly furled leaves and a very dark red colour to its spike of growth.
March 20, 2020
Trying to sell your house can be complicated and stressful. But what if your surveyor concludes that Japanese knotweed is growing in your garden?
September 21, 2020
When it comes to the treatment and removal of Japanese knotweed, you can see a lot of large numbers being thrown around. It’s hard to know exactly what you’re looking at, what is it that you’re really paying for?
March 18, 2020
This week we’ve been in Derbyshire, supervising the excavation of Japanese knotweed. This stand of Japanese knotweed was very developed and we have estimated that the plant was over 20 years old!
March 5, 2020
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.
February 14, 2020
he new guidance issued by the Law Society, in response to recommendations from the House of Commons Select Committee on Japanese knotweed, now states; “The seller should state whether the property is affected by Japanese knotweed.”
February 5, 2020
This figure has jumped up hugely in recent years – with the exponential growth of Japanese knotweed (JK) this means 1 house in 20 could be reduced in value by up to £100,000.
December 19, 2019
Have you heard a horror story regarding Japanese knotweed?
November 27, 2019
We are often contacted by distressed individuals who are dealing with accusations and claims due to simply not knowing that they had Japanese Knotweed on their property. Find out how to identify Japanese knotweed here…
November 12, 2019
As a potential home-buyer, you may have been warned about Japanese Knotweed. It’s invasive and destructive nature can cause structural damage to buildings and walls and the mere presence of Japanese Knotweed on or around the boundary of a property can result in a depreciation of its value. For many who are looking to get on the property ladder, the mere mention of ‘depreciation’ might make them run a mile, but the presence of Japanese Knotweed can be an extremely useful bargaining chip for getting up to 10% of the market value knocked off!
October 23, 2019
Japanese Knotweed is a bamboo-like plant with hollow stems and green heart-shaped leaves. It grows rapidly and can grow up to 10m a day in the height of the growing season. Its roots and rhizomes can grow up to 7m radius and 3m depth and if it is found near any habitable space, it can undermine the structural integrity of the building.
July 12, 2019
When we talk about Japanese Knotweed, we often reference the detrimental effects it can have on the property, especially depreciation in value.
May 8, 2019
Make sure you know what a P35 report is and when you might need one.
October 29, 2019
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. Japanese Knotweed Expert speaks to a single mum of 2 who was unfortunate enough to be blighted by this prolific weed.
February 13, 2019
Japanese Knotweed growing on a property based in Bristol has been the cause of a property firm being indicted with a hefty fine.
February 7, 2019
What is your responsibility when it comes to this invasive weeds?
January 29, 2019
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?
January 23, 2019
Property surveyors will likely encounter Japanese knotweed on a semi-regular basis. Experts say that there is at least one stand of Japanese knotweed in every 6-mile square area within the United Kingdom. Here are some tips that property surveyors (plus anyone looking to buy or sell a house) should follow:
January 10, 2019
Japanese Knotweed is estimated to be responsible for £170m worth of property repairs every year.
December 17, 2018
Japanese knotweed displays certain characteristics in the winter to make it more recognisable to the public.
December 17, 2018
The British Association of Landscape Industries is established to promote, support and inspire all professional landscapers, garden designers and landscape suppliers to be leaders of an environmentally, ethically and commercially sustainable landscape industry.
November 20, 2018
We asked Mia, what does your company do? She advised…
October 30, 2018
October is well underway, and as the cool weather sets in and the days creep every shorter, Japanese Knotweed us going through a seasonal change which should not be ignored.
October 10, 2018
The internet is filled with masses of information regarding Japanese Knotweed, and some of it can be particularly frightening. We receive dozens of phone calls every day, and many people as us to debunk myths that they have read online. Here are some of the most common, and why they are incorrect.
