Japanese knotweed is not a problem that can be ignored, if you want to sell your property or develop land then it needs to be dealt with and a japanese knotweed specialist should be on hand to provide expert advice. With mortgage lenders now refusing to lend on properties that have Japanese knotweed and councils serving japanese knotweed specialist near me Community Protection Notices the need for a professional company that can offer expert advice over the phone and carry out site surveys is crucial.
Fallopia japonica is an invasive species, growing rampantly in the UK and the US where it has been introduced to new areas. It can damage infrastructure, such as roads and railways. It can displace native plants and disrupt wildlife habitats, and it has been shown to have a negative impact on the local ecosystem. It can also cause structural damage to buildings and homes, and it can interfere with the construction of roads, rail tracks, bridges, and retaining walls.
It is a very difficult plant to control. It can re-grow from both root and stem cuttings, and it spreads through its extensive rhizome system. It can be killed with herbicides, but this method requires a long period of time and consistent monitoring to ensure eradication. Chemical treatments can be accompanied by physical removal methods to prevent the rhizomes from re-sprouting.
Physical methods of removing Japanese knotweed include digging up and manual excavation, strimming, cutting, and spraying. Manual removal can be labour-intensive and may require repeated treatments to fully eradicate the weed. Chemical removal methods can be more effective, but they are also more expensive than manual removal methods and can involve substantial safety and environmental concerns.
A new biological option has been recommended by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help reduce the cost of managing Japanese knotweed. Aphalara itadori, a sap-sucking insect from Japan that eats knotweed for breakfast, is being tested in the United States to see how well it can manage the invasive plant.
PBA Solutions are an industry accredited Japanese knotweed specialist and members of the Property Care Association’s Invasive Weed Control Group. This means you can trust that we will treat your property with professionalism, and offer insurance backed guarantees and client funded accounts to give you financial peace of mind.
With offices in Cobham in Surrey, Wallingford in Oxfordshire, and Birmingham we are ideally positioned to service all areas of the UK quickly. We will always provide a survey and advise the best solution for your situation. Get in touch with our team of experts today to find out more about how we can help. We are confident that we can get your Japanese knotweed under control. The sooner you act, the better. Call 01953 882 222 or email us here. We look forward to hearing from you!