How to avoid legal action
What happens if you ignore knotweed? We explain the pitfalls and perils of doing just that, and the help that is available should you fall into the jaws of the law.
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Japanese Knotweed Ltd at CLR EXPO 2023
Japanese Knotweed Ltd exhibited at the Contamination & Land Remediation EXPO 2023 - a chance to meet the experts in knotweed treatment and removal.
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Can bleach kill Japanese knotweed?
Can Japanese knotweed be killed with bleach? This blog explains why bleach is entirely ineffective, and why Glyphosate is the best chemical to use for controlling knotweed.
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Will burning kill Japanese knotweed?
What happens if you burn Japanese knotweed? Is it illegal to burn knotweed? In this blog we answer those questions and explain why burning does NOT kill knotweed
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Japanese knotweed: Property Developers Guide
This comprehensive guide delves into the challenges presented by Japanese knotweed and strategies for property developers to handle this invasive.
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Japanese knotweed variants
Japanese knotweed comes in all shapes and sizes, from the smaller variety Bohemian knotweed to the impressive Giant knotweed. So which one is just plain Japanese knotweed? By the time you’ve read this article all will become clear
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PCA interview with Daniel Docking
We caught up with Daniel to find out how his (relatively) new role with the PCA is going, and to get his take on the direction of invasive weed management.
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Training and Development Award 2023
This year we're delighted to have been awarded Highly Commended for Training & Staff Development 2023 PCA Best Practice Awards.
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Japanese knotweed removal questions
How to remove Japanese knotweed, the methods used and many more questions answered in this information piece.
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Searching for knotweed solutions
Searching for the best solutions to control Japanese Knotweed? Our lives have become fast-paced, our fingers whizzing across the keyboard as we navigate the digital world. You’ve likely encountered moments when your rapid typing leads to some unexpected spelling mishaps, especially while hastily searching for information. For instance, when you’re typing something specific like “Japanese…
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Japanese knotweed grown in pots
Planting Japanese knotweed in a pot does not 'contain' this invasive plant. If you have knotweed and want to know how to remove it, please get in touch and we will be able to advise you.
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How long does it take to get rid of Japanese knotweed?
A question often asked: How long will it take to get rid of knotweed on my property or land? In this article we answer this question because we know it’s an important factor when you first find out you have a problem with knotweed. But first let’s take a brief look at the options for…
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Cell burial in Southampton
In this case study, we look at some of the challenges that a large site in Southampton had with Japanese knotweed and asbestos and why cell burial was the best option to eradicate the knotweed.
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Commercial knotweed removal
This case study explores the commercial removal Japanese knotweed from a site planned for housing development that had endangered species to protect.
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HMP Holloway knotweed removal
When Japanese knotweed threatened a planned change of use for a prison site, eradication was the best option.
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Debris extraction with Air Spade
In this project example we demonstrate how using an Air-Spade to extract debris and Giant hogweed seeds from hard standing areas is effective.
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knotweed – not to be ignored
Find out some of the issues that knotweed creates for construction, property and facilities maintenance, utilities companies, landowners and commercial businesses.
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The impact of Japanese knotweed on amenity spaces
Japanese knotweed has a profound social, environmental and economic impact on amenity spaces, and only carefully managed methods of control will be effective long-term.
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12 reasons to choose us
If you're looking for a company to trust - here are 12 reasons to choose us.
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Excavation removes knotweed from homeowners property
In this case study, we completed a survey and full excavation works to remove a large area of Japanese knotweed at the rear of a residential property, in addition to a small outbreak by the side of the house.
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helping LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL with inns control
Controlling a range of Invasive Non-Native Species (inns) including Japanese knotweed and some noxious weeds for LCC.
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why Surrey County Council switched to Japanese knotweed ltd
Surrey County Council switched contractors to deal with the Japanese knotweed problem across the County
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Wembley Construction Site
In this case study, we look at some of the challenges that a large construction operation in Wembley, London had when they ran into invasive weeds Japanese knotweed and Giant hogweed.
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Can I sell a property that has Japanese knotweed?
Thinking of selling up? This blog tells you everything you need to know if you suspect or know you have Japanese knotweed on your property.
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Can I buy a property that has Japanese knotweed?
Japanese knotweed - how much of a problem is it when buying a property? We tell you everything you need to know.
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Is Japanese knotweed under control?
Do we have Japanese Knotweed under control in the UK? We explore what's being done and what should be done.
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Why have a site survey?
It's vital to have the right professionals carry out your site survey, here we explain why.
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LRR is Not to be Ignored!
Japanese knotweed and Land Remediation Relief What is LRR? LRR is a tax relief against Corporation Tax. Originally Land Remediation Relief was introduced by the government in 2001 designed to encourage the development of brownfield sites to get them back into productive use after being contaminated. In 2009, the incentive was extended to help encourage…
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What is a Japanese Knotweed Management plan?
Why a carefully considered professional Japanese Knotweed Management Plan is the answer to many individuals and businesses across the UK.
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Japanese knotweed on construction sites
Find out why Japanese knotweed causes real issues for construction sites. We offer treatment and removal options as well as site supervision (Watching Brief).
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