Removing Japanese Knotweed in Southsea

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Our team provides expert Japanese knotweed removal in Southsea PO5 1 to prevent your property from being subject to damage due to the knotweed plants.

Removing Japanese knotweed from your garden by the root is imperative to prevent further damage to your property. Japanese Knotweed can also be controlled by using a herbicide treatment programme (HTP) however this does not fully eradicate the invasive plant as excavation can. 

Japanese Knotweed grows at a concerning rate in Spring and Summer and can grow up to 20cm per day.

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Japanese Knotweed can be a real problem since it can grow through a number of materials such as tarmac, concrete flags, block paving and even walls.

We can get rid of Japanese Knotweed in Southsea by excavating the area and disposing of it at a licensed landfill.

Please get in touch for details on how to completely eradicate Japanese Knotweed.

All you have to do is complete the contact form provided on this page or ring this number above and we will respond right away. 

Removing Japanese Knotweed

How to Get Rid of Japanese Knotweed

There are a variety of ways to get rid of Japanese knotweeds. One popular method is to apply chemical treatments, however, this can be expensive and time-consuming. Another option that we offer to get rid of the plant is burning the weeds. This needs to be done in a controlled way to ensure the safety of those who are nearby.

Our specialists can also simply dig out the roots and get rid of them. It's important to get professionals to carry out these treatments to ensure all the plant is removed. For details on getting rid of the unwanted Japanese plant, please get in touch using the contact box provided. We will be more than happy to offer you more details and answer any questions or queries that you may have so spoken to us now for more information. 

Japanese Knotweed Eradication Near Me

When thinking about Japanese-knotweed eradication in your building and in surrounding areas it's important to deal with the problem as soon as possible.

You will also need to make certain that the correct treatments are being offered. It is vital to use specialist treatments to ensure the weed is removed effectively. You also have to make sure you are aware of contaminated soil to make certain you do not risk the knotweed growing back.

We would also recommend setting up a barrier making sure the Japanese weed does not spread onto other areas.

To learn more about Japanese-knotweed eradication, please complete our enquiry form. 

Japanese Knotweed Removal Cost in Southsea

The average cost to remove knotweed is somewhere in the region of £1,750 - £7,000. 

There are a number of things that can alter the knotweed removal costs in Southsea PO5 1 including the number of weeds and the location. Obviously, the amount of knotweed that needs to be removed will have an effect on the cost.

The more knotweed that you have the more costly the removal will be. Another thing that can have an effect on the cost is how far along the weeds have grown.

If the weeds have been growing for a long time and have caused a lot of damage, you may find that killing the knotweed is more expensive.

After you have paid for the removal of knotweed you may also need to pay for fixes to your property for the damage caused by the weed, so this is something you must consider.

To find out more about removal costs, please contact our team using the enquiry form presented on our page.

A member of staff will get back to you at the earliest opportunity with details on the prices involved and how we can remove the knotweed.

How to Permanently Kill Japanese Knotweed 

If you are interested in how to kill Japanese-Knotweed, please follow the following steps:

  1. Dig up the plant and roots - it's important to remove all the roots since they can grow back with just 0.8g of the root.

  2. Dry out the plant and use a controlled fire to burn it.

  3. Treat the roots with a specialist chemical treatment.

For complete eradication of glyphosate treated knotweed, you need to excavate at the root which can be extremely difficult. Due to the root system of this invasive weed, root barriers can also be installed by a professional company to satisfy your mortgage lender. 

Our specialists can offer a number of treatments to kill and remove Japanese-Knotweed to ensure your home or workplace remains in good condition and isn't negatively affected by the growth of this unwanted plant. 

Killing the Weed Infestation Near Me

It is important to have professionals in to kill the weed infestation to ensure the weeds do not grow back. If you are looking for a local company to kill a weed infestation nearby your property, please do not hesitate to speak to us.

Since we work nationwide, we can get experts closest to you to come and complete the removal works for you.

We make sure to offer the best rates across the United Kingdom to make sure you get the most for your money.

Removing Japanese Knotweed

Although there may be cheaper contractors who can kill the weed infestation, it's important that you check that they are experts within the industry since leaving just 0.8g of roots can result in the knotweed growing back.

Can you remove Japanese knotweed yourself?

It is possible to treat Japanese Knotweed yourself, although it is costly and time-consuming. Japanese Knotweed may grow up to 10cm per day, so it is critical to act quickly and effectively when removing it. An insurance backed guarantee from a professional Japanese Knotweed firm is required to obtain a guarantee that will satisfy buyers and mortgage lenders.

If you are interested in controlling Japanese Knotweed yourself, please get in touch today for some friendly advice. 

How difficult is it to get rid of Japanese knotweed?

Japanese Knotweed is very difficult to eradicate completely.

If your DIY efforts with a glyphosate-based weed killer fail, we can provide professional advice for removal. 

How dangerous is Japanese knotweed?

Japanese knotweed is not dangerous to humans, despite inflicting property damage. Some people have experienced slight skin irritation after coming into touch with the plant. Japanese knotweed is frequently mistaken with Giant Hogweed, which is a serious hazard to humans.

How do you Identify Japanese Knotweed?

Japanese Knotweed has creamy-white flowers (panicles) that emerge in clusters between late August and mid-September. 

We can help with the identification in Southsea of the knotweed in your garden. 

Is Japanese Knotweed Classified As Controlled Waste?

Japanese Knotweed is considered controlled waste Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. 

We offer an insurance backed guarantee and have a waste carriers license, issued by the Environment Agency.  

What is the Wildlife and Countryside Act?

Japanese knotweed is classified as a controlled plant in the United Kingdom under section 114 (2) of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. (WCA 1981). It is lawful to have Japanese knotweed on your property, but it is prohibited to cause or enable the plant to spread in the wild in the United Kingdom.

What is the property Care Association?

The Property Care Association is the UK's leading property care trade association, representing specialists in areas such as damp treatment, home ventilation, woodworm/timber rot, structural waterproofing, invasive not native plant control, and flood restoration.

Words Associated With Japanese Knotweed

Here are some other words and phrases to look out for when doing research on the removal of knotweed and invasive non native plants:

  • Bamboo like stems.

  • Bamboo like canes.

  • Tall stems.

  • Heart Shaped Leaves.

  • Russian Vine.

  • Himalayan Honeysuckle.

  • Underground Rhizome System.

  • Fallopia Japonica.

  • Polygonum Cuspidatum.

  • glyphosate based weedkiller.

  • Knotweed Rhizome.

A Japanese Knotweed problem can be dealt with by carrying out a physical removal and being disposed correctly at a registered landfill site. 

If you want to know more on any of these topics, our knotweed experts can offer professional help along with a cost effective management plan to prevent the plant spreading from neighbouring gardens. 

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For more information on Japanese Knotweed removal in Southsea PO5 1 please do not hesitate to contact our team. Simply fill in the contact box presented on this page or call us today and we will respond to you right away.

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