Property managers and Japanese knotweed
Property managers often encounter issues with Japanese knotweed, and this can be a legacy from ignored knotweed on development sites. Read how this can be resolved.
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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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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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Property Developers Guide to Japanese knotweed
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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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 the 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…
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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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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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2022 International Invasive Weed Conference
attending this year’s pca conference This year we were delighted to be able to attend the PCA Conference in person. Our own experts Ben Lindley, Darren Greatbatch and John Butcher all agreed it was great to network with industry peers and listen to some amazing speakers covering a wide variety of topics. Watch the PCA’s…
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In the excavations team with…
maggie hillier, excavations administrator Another of our ‘Staff Insights’ blogs – we asked Maggie about her role and what it means to her. Q: Where are you based? I’m home based. Q: How long have you been with the company? Since June 2020, but I’ve worked for the company since 2007 – just not continuously. …
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Pink Knotweed?
We’ve had a lot of people contacting our free identification service to ask about a pink coloured Japanese knotweed that they’ve seen on their property or in their garden. But what is this mysterious plant?
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Why you should include Japanese knotweed on your snagging survey
When arranging a snagging survey, most people focus on the interior areas of the property. However, it’s essential to also consider the property’s exterior. And, although the inexperienced might think that plants don’t impact the general external state of a home, this isn’t always the case, especially when dealing with Japanese knotweed. Japanese knotweed can…
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RICS Guidance Note, 2022
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) new Guidance Note “Japanese Knotweed and Residential Property” has been published on the RICS website. Implementation and use of the Guidance Note will commence from the 23rd March 2022.
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Bio Security
Bio-security measures are there to control the spread of INNS within a given site or multiple sites. If a site does not currently have any non-native species, it is also important to consider potential pathways of introductions of invasives onto the site from elsewhere and for mitigation procedures to be put in place to prevent this.
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Knotweed Detection Dogs Q&A with Kat Janczur
In the world of Japanese knotweed, detection dogs are used to track down and locate Japanese knotweed infestations. We spent some time chatting with Kat Janczur – a detection dog trainer and handler who works with Japanese knotweed sniffer dogs to find out more.
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DIY Knotweed control could have legal consequences
DIY is a popular practice for many ‘money saving’ enthusiasts, but there are times when it simply isn’t the best option, and finding you have an invasive species sharing your habitat is one of these.
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PCA AWARD WINNING COMPANY
Japanese Knotweed Ltd has been named a Contractor of the Year by national trade body, the Property Care Association (PCA).
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