Japanese knotweed, also known as Fallopia japonica, is an infamous weed, and quite possibly a homeowner’s worse nightmare. It’s such a problematic species that planting it or encouraging its growth is an offence in the UK under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.

If you couldn’t tell from the name, Japanese knotweed isn’t native to the UK. It was introduced to this part of the world during the Victorian era, supposedly for ornamental purposes. Since its introduction, it has blazed out of control, and is now one of the worst plants you’re likely to find on your property. But why exactly is Japanese knotweed so bad?

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Buying a house is stressful enough without all the extra complications that Japanese knotweed can throw into the mix. But with this invasive weed still popping up all over the UK, Japanese knotweed surveys have become a requirement for many property purchases.

However, your Japanese knotweed survey needn't be a tortuous and frustrating process. Here at Taylor Total Weed Control, we provide knotweed surveys quickly and at reasonable prices. Get in touch now to let us know how we can help you.

What Happens During a Japanese Knotweed Survey?

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Japanese knotweed - two words that strike fear into the heart of homeowners, estate agents and mortgage lenders alike.

It can be very stressful to learn that a property you're planning to buy or sell might be affected by Japanese knotweed, but here are two pieces of advice: don't panic, and don't take action without seeking the advice of an invasive weed control expert.

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If you've ever come across this plant on your property, it's likely that your heart skipped a beat. Japanese knotweed is painted as a super-human, building-destroying monster that will cause chaos and destruction wherever it grows. But is that really the case?

A lot of the articles you read online about Japanese knotweed has been designed to scare you. While it is true that you should take immediate action if you find Japanese knotweed in your garden, it's not something that you should lose sleep over. In this blog, we're going to address some of the most common myths about Japanese knotweed so you can separate fact from fiction.

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Please note: this blog post is regularly update to reflect the most recent Japanese knotweed guidance

When Japanese knotweed was first introduced into the UK, it was used as an exciting and exotic ornamental plant. As knotweed spread and people began to realise the potential damage it could do, attitudes towards the plant began to change, with knotweed eventually finding itself criminalised in the Wildlife and Countryside Act of 1981.

Our understanding of Japanese knotweed as a plant is constantly changing and evolving, which is why the official guidance for dealing with knotweed is also regularly updated too. The most recent update from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) was published on Wednesday 23^rd March 2022, regarding Japanese knotweed and residential properties.

The Property Care Association has also published updated guidance for professional valuers and surveyors in light of the new RICS Japanese knotweed guidance.

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