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Have you been told you have Japanese Knotweed? Is it preventing you from getting a mortgage?

TicksIf you’re in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset or Bristol, Southwest Knotweed will remove the problem, guaranteed. Call us on 01872 500909.

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PCA (CSJK) Certificated Surveyors producing mortgage compliant Japanese Knotwood reports within 3 days of survey.

Speedy, professional comprehensive service. Southwest Knotweed provided a programme of works and insurance backed guarantee which allowed my house sale to go through in Devon.

—Alex Brown, Exeter

10 year warranty

Our Insurance Backed Guarantee for homeowners, is recognised by mortgage companies / solicitors, (whether you are buying or selling a property), in the knowledge that the Japanese Knotweed is guaranteed to be dealt with by a professional PCA contractor. Find out more

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Buying or selling a house?

TicksOn the following pages you will find the steps you need to take for getting mortgage compliant, guaranteed, Knotweed removal and certificate.

Buying a property That may be affected with Japanese Knotweed Selling a property That may be affected with Japanese Knotweed

Identifying Japanese knotweed

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Spring

Japanese Knotweed identification changes throughout the year with the plant changing its visual appearance from spring to winter.

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Summer

Japanese Knotweed stems will reach heights of 2-3 metres in the summer with the stem being hollow with nodes that make the stem resemble bamboo.

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Autumn

As we go into autumn, Japanese Knotweed will remain looking similar to late summer with tall stems and dark green leaves and white flowers.

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Winter

In the winter months, the Japanese Knotweed canes will begin to die back and the plant will lose its leaves, leaving dried brittle canes.

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Our Japanese Knotweed Services

Japanese Knotweed surveys in in Cornwall Devon Somerset Bristol

Surveys

We charge £250 + VAT for a specialist Japanese Knotweed Report (residential properties only up to 1 acre). We normally carry out a Japanese Knotweed Survey and have the report back to you within 3 working days. Please call for commercial surveys. Once you have received the report and are happy to proceed with the treatment programme, just give Southwest Knotweed a call.

Japanese Knotweed surveys

Mortgage reports for Japanese Knotweed in Cornwall Devon Somerset and Bristol

Mortgage reports

If you are buying or selling a property that has Japanese Knotweed within its boundaries or on land adjacent to your property some lenders may require a comprehensive survey (Japanese Knotweed Management Plan) to support any application for a mortgage.

Japanese Knotweed Mortgage Reports

Japanese Knotweed Treatment plans in Cornwall Devon Somerset and Bristol

Treatment plans

Treatment options depend on certain key factors for example; if there is no immediate construction planned or any urgent pressing need to remove the Japanese Knotweed then it can be controlled with a Herbicide Application Program (HAP). Southwest Knotweed have the experience and knowledge to carry out all necissary Japanese Knotweed removal treatments.

Japanese Knotweed Treatment Plans

Our Japanese Knotweed treatment plans

✔ Japanese Knotweed Herbicide Treatment
✔ Japanese Knotweed Stockpiling
✔ Japanese Knotweed Screening
✔ Japanese Knotweed Rhizome fragmentation and cultivation, including crown removal
✔ Japanese Knotweed Burial
✔ Japanese Knotweed Install Root Barrier

Japanese Knotweed Problem? Let us find a solution.

Commercial and domestic services. Mortgage reports for buying or selling you home.

Please find a list of frequently asked questions we are often asked.

To find out more please contact us on: Cornwall 01872 500909, Devon – 01392 927390, Somerset – 01278 247869, Bristol – 01278 247869.

What is Japanese knotweed?
How does Japanese knotweed grow?
How do you identify Japanese knotweed?
How do you get rid of Japanese knotweed?
Can I get rid of Japanese knotweed myself?
How is Japanese knotweed spread?
Is Japanese knotweed harmful to humans?
I am looking to buy or sell a house which has Japanese knotweed, what next?
Is it difficult to get a mortgage if a house I am buying has Japanese knotweed?

What does Japanese knotweed do?
How do you kill Japanese  knotweed?
Why is the Japanese knotweed a problem?
What type of damage is caused by Japanese knotweed?
Can Japanese knotweed come up through concrete, cavity walls, driveways, asphalt or block paving?
Can Japanese knotweed damage buildings?
Can Japanese knotweed damage sewers, pipes and drains?
Can you help me with Japanese knotweed Identification?
Where is the Japanese knotweed from?
Why was Japanese knotweed introduced to the UK?

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What to look out for Identification service

Contact your local Southwest Knotweed contractor

Cornwall

Truro 01872 500909

Southwest – Japanese Knotweed Removal Cornwall
Quarry Cottage
Sunny Corner
Portloe
Truro
Cornwall TR2 5RB

Devon

Exeter 01392 927390

Southwest – Japanese Knotweed Removal Devon
The Generator Quay House
The Gallery
Kings Wharf
The Quay
Exeter
Devon EX2 4AN

Somerset

Bridgwater 01278 247869

Southwest – Japanese Knotweed Removal Somerset
The Exchange
Express Park
Bristol Road
Bridgwater
Somerset TA6 4RR

Bristol

01278 247869

Southwest – Japanese Knotweed Removal Bristol
Our Somerset branch has expanded and now covers all areas of Bristol.