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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 looked after by Director Luke Walton and Consultant Samir Shanji, covering Buckinghamshire, Reading, Swindon, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Portsmouth, Southampton 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.
What our clients say
Reviews
What our clients say
Reviews
Field Sales Manager - Persimmon Homes PLC
We had a reservation on one of our developments where the customer was extremely nervous about historic Japanese knotweed. With help from Environet, including their treatment and a 5 year insurance backed guarantee, we were able to secure knotweed indemnity insurance. Thank you to Environet!
Bernadette Spencer
“Richard was able to book us an assessment visit very quickly regarding the encroachment of evasive running bamboo in our garden .. Will completed the assessment visit,we found him to be very professional, but also friendly and easy to talk to. “
Technical Manager - Devine Homes PLC
Environet responded to our initial enquiry in an exemplary fashion, by attending site within the timescale provided along with providing us a clear and concise remediation strategy in line with our build programme, ensuring no delays on site which, as developers, is key.
Bernadette Spencer
“Richard was able to book us an assessment visit very quickly regarding the encroachment of evasive running bamboo in our garden .. Will completed the assessment visit,we found him to be very professional, but also friendly and easy to talk to. “
Phil Smith
“This is a very professional operation; always just on the end of the phone. The whole team seemed to know exactly what was going on with the job. (and my neighbours were very happy too.)”
Invasive Plant Specialists
Our Services
Identification
Our experts will help you identify Japanese knotweed as well as a variety of other invasive plants
Management Plans
Our experienced surveyors will come to your property and create a tailored solution to your invasive plant problem
Removal
Identification
Our teams have the expertise to help you successfully identify the plant that you are dealing with
Removal
We help businesses develop land affected by Japanese knotweed, Bamboo and other invasive plants
Consultancy
With over 25 years’ experience in the knotweed industry, we offer a variety of consultancy services
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Knowledge Hub
Japanese Knotweed UK Heatmap
Introducing KnotSure™: A Smarter Way to Assess Japanese Knotweed Risk
Best gardening practices to reduce invasive species risk
2025 Japanese knotweed hotspots revealed!
Introducing KnotSure™: A Smarter Way to Assess Japanese Knotweed Risk
‘How does Japanese knotweed affect property sales’
“How to identify invasive plants and understand the risk they present”
Start fixing your invasive plant problem today by requesting a survey
Request a survey
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.
GET IN TOUCH
Contact us
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?
If you already know you have an invasive plant problem, you can request a survey online in less than two minutes by 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?
Simply upload a few images of your problem plant to our identification form and one of our invasive plant experts will take a look and let you know, free of charge what you are dealing with. We’ll also be there to help with next steps where necessary.
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.
