Remediation Case Study: Japanese knotweed removal – Rotherham
ESH Construction instructed our team to carry out a comprehensive site survey and removal of Japanese knotweed at a development site in Rotherham.
April 22, 2026
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Skip to content ESH Construction instructed our team to carry out a comprehensive site survey and removal of Japanese knotweed at a development site in Rotherham.
Our client in North London contacted Environet having recently purchased the property and identifying Japanese knotweed in their garden. At the survey, our consultant found the knotweed was present in both the client’s property and the adjacent neighbour’s property, with growth around a wooden sleeper retaining wall within the rear garden.
Plant dormancy is when a plant slows down its activity in response to tough conditions. This helps it save energy and survive challenges like cold weather or lack of water. Different types of dormancy exist, like winter dormancy when trees lose leaves, and summer dormancy when plants in dry areas slow down.
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We are constantly being called out to eradicate Japanese knotweed because a DIY attempt has failed.
Rest assured, where invasive species are identified at an early stage and tackled correctly, problems can usually be avoided. Our specialist consultants complete thorough surveys to identify the extent of the problem. Our plans aren’t one-size-fits-all; they’re customised to tackle the invasive species at your property effectively, taking account of all of your requirements.
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