Japanese knotweed removal South Central England

Specialists in the management, control and removal of invasive plants including Japanese knotweed, Bamboo, Horsetail and others.

SOUTH CENTRAL

Our South Central team is run by Regional Director Luke Walton, covering Buckinghamshire, ReadingSwindon, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, PortsmouthSouthampton and Hampshire.

"A local service provided by a market-leading national company."

We know invasive plants such as Japanese knotweed and bamboo can cause stress and worry, we’re here to help. With over twenty years’ experience we can advise you on the best course of action within your budget. Our teams are experienced in carrying out the treatment or removal work with minimal disruption to you.

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Invasive Plant Specialists

Our Services

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Identification

Our experts will help you identify Japanese knotweed as well as a variety of other invasive plants

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Management Plans

Our experienced surveyors will come to your property and create a tailored solution to your invasive plant problem

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Removal

Cost-effective Japanese knotweed, bamboo and other invasive removal & treatment methods
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Identification

Our teams have the expertise to help you successfully identify the plant that you are dealing with

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Removal

We help businesses develop land affected by Japanese knotweed, Bamboo and other invasive plants

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Consultancy

With over 25 years’ experience in the knotweed industry, we offer a variety of consultancy services

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Knowledge Hub

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Japanese Knotweed UK Heatmap

Exposed™: The Japanese Knotweed Heatmap is an interactive online heatmap of Japanese knotweed sightings across the UK.
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A Guide to Mortgages and Japanese Knotweed

Understand how the presence of Japanese knotweed could affect your mortgage.
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Japanese Knotweed Insurance Guide

Making sure you have the right protection against the costs associated with the discovery of Japanese knotweed.
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New JustCheck™ – Japanese knotweed protection offers peace of mind to homebuyers and sellers from Japanese knotweed

We’ve launched a new survey, JustCheck™ aimed at homebuyers and sellers who want more certainty on whether or not a property is affected by Japanese knotweed.
March 8, 2024
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It’s International Women's Day! Here at Environet, we are reflecting on our journey towards fostering an inclusive workplace and championing equality.
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March 25, 2024
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How long does it take to get rid of Japanese knotweed? 

In this blog, we'll explore the factors influencing the timeline for eliminating Japanese knotweed and discuss effective strategies to ensure successful removal. 
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March 25, 2024
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How long does it take to get rid of Japanese knotweed? 

March 8, 2024
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#InspireInclusion: Celebrating International Women’s Day at Environet

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March 7, 2024
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Environet celebrates World Book Day

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February 21, 2024
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March 10, 2023
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Webinars and Seminars

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March 21, 2023
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‘How does Japanese knotweed affect property sales’

This morning, our Managing Director and Founder, Nic Seal, guest presented a webinar for leading conveyancing body, Searches UK. Nic presented the webinar ‘How does Japanese knotweed affect property sales’ to over 170 registrants.
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March 21, 2023
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“How to identify invasive plants and understand the risk they present”

Last week, we were thrilled to have one of our directors, Emily Grant, present to an audience of knowledgeable property professionals, including chartered surveyors and property developers, her latest webinar, ‘How to identify invasive plants and understand the risks they present’ which took place, with limited capacity on Tuesday 14th March,10am.

Start fixing your invasive plant problem today by requesting a survey

Rest assured, where invasive species are identified at an early stage and tackled correctly, problems can usually be avoided. Our trained specialists carry out site surveys to map specified terrestrial invasive plant species and provide management plans tailored to your requirements. ​

GET IN TOUCH

Our team of experts is available between 9am and 5:30pm, Monday to Friday to answer your enquiries and advise you on the next steps

Want a survey?

Request a survey online in less than two minutes by simply uploading a photograph and providing a few brief details. A member of the team will swiftly come back to you with further information and our availability.

Need quick plant identification?

There’s no need to wait for a survey. Simply upload an image to our identification form and one of our invasive plant experts will take a look and let you know, free of charge.

Contact our team of experts today

Japanese knotweed and other invasive plants have become a common sight across the South Central region of England since its introduction in the 19th century. Urban sprawl from London and the growth of the commuter belt brought the invasive plant with it, and now it grows rampantly in our parks and gardens, verges and waterways. Japanese knotweed is the most problematic, closely followed by bamboo which has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its screening qualities but will spread quickly if left unchecked. Other invasive plants such as horsetail, giant hogweed, Himalayan balsam and cotoneaster can also cause considerable problems. 

Knotweed is found throughout the South Central region, with particular hotspots in Reading, Southampton, Oxford, Portsmouth, Farnborough and the Isle of Wight.

Japanese knotweed can damage property, lead to expensive repairs and spread to neighbouring properties, creating complicated legal issues. It can even cause home values to plummet and make them difficult to sell. We have successfully helped hundreds of homeowners across the region overcome problems that Japanese knotweed has caused on their properties.

Bamboo also spreads, its rhizomes extending 30 feet or more, with new shoots appearing through lawns and patios. Where this occurs in an adjacent property it can result in neighbour disputes which can ultimately lead to legal action.

If you’re looking for the best in invasive plant removal in the south of England, call Environet today to speak with our dedicated, highly experienced team. We’re able to offer our customers the benefit of working with a market-leading, specialist company, that prides itself on a personalised, local service.

Our Regional Director Luke Walton has worked throughout the region since 2014. With an MSc in Environmental Management from the University of Reading, Luke has a wealth of residential and commercial experience and has successfully helped hundreds of homeowners and developers tackle these invasive and destructive plants. Consultant Will Joy has specialised in Japanese knotweed treatment and removal for over a decade, with extensive experience dealing with the plant in a variety of situations from small residential gardens to multi-million-pound commercial development sites.