For something so small, tree stumps can certainly cause a lot of bother! Despite their size, unwanted tree stumps are deceptively difficult to get rid of.

If you’ve found yourself with a tree stump on your property and don’t have previous experience dealing with stump removal, you undoubtedly have a lot of questions. That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide on tree stump removal FAQs, to help you find all the answers you need in one convenient place!

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Total Weed Control are proud to offer a wide range of quality commercial lawn care services, including commercial scarification. If you’re a business in Wales or the West Country looking for a reliable scarification provider, we can help you out!

If you’re interested in finding out a bit more about the scarification process and how it benefits lawn health, keep on reading!

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Perhaps one of the most infamous invasive species in the UK, Japanese knotweed is the last thing any homeowner wants to see on their property.

There are a wide number of reasons people don’t want Japanese knotweed on their property – it’s a super spreader that’s incredibly difficult to remove, and it disrupts the native plants and habitats.

Considering this pesky plant has such a menacing reputation, you may have found yourself wondering is Japanese knotweed poisonous? Is it safe to touch?

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A Japanese knotweed management plan (JKMP) is a document that details the extent and severity of a Japanese knotweed infestation, assesses risk, and lays out a recommended strategy for treatment or removal of the plant.

When buying or selling a property that's affected by Japanese knotweed, it is common for lenders to demand a JKMP from a qualified specialist.

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In 2021, RICS (the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) published a report stating that at least 1.45 million UK homes were affected by Japanese knotweed.

Having knotweed on your property poses a lot of problems - it can reduce the value of your home, make your garden look rather unsightly, and it can even cause structural issues by growing through existing cracks and holes in fences, walls and so on.

If you've discovered this plant on your property, you probably want to get rid of it ASAP. But can Japanese knotweed be completely eradicated?

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