Japanese Knotweed
How to Identify Japanese Knotweed in Autumn
Japanese Knotweed | 22nd October 2024As summer fades, Japanese knotweed (Reynoutria japonica) undergoes distinct changes that can help with identification. Recognising the transformation of Japanese […]
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Japanese Knotweed UK Case Law
Japanese Knotweed | 24th November 2023Plants Mistaken for Japanese Knotweed | Pictures
Japanese Knotweed | 19th October 2023If you ever stumbled upon a rampant plant in your garden and wondered if it is Japanese knotweed, you are […]
Read moreJapanese knotweed in a neighbour’s garden? Next steps
Japanese Knotweed | 15th September 2023A person with knotweed growing on their land is not causing an offence by allowing its presence. However, they could […]
Read moreCase Study: The removal of Japanese knotweed, bamboo and refuse to create a meadow garden
Japanese Knotweed | 27th July 2023Can pink Japanese knotweed flowers occur?
Japanese Knotweed | 29th June 2023Many private residential and commercial land owners are aware of the invasive plant Japanese Knotweed and the associated problems that come […]
Read moreWhy Japanese knotweed roots and rhizomes are a concern
Japanese Knotweed | 23rd February 2023Key to the eradication of Japanese knotweed is understanding why it is not the above ground parts of the plant […]
Read moreWhy is Japanese knotweed bad news for property sellers?
Japanese Knotweed | 31st January 2023Selling a house is known to be a stressful process, you’d be very lucky to get through the whole process […]
Read moreExcavation combined with root barrier for Japanese knotweed
Japanese Knotweed | 18th November 2022Reclaiming a garden that’s been historically infested with Japanese knotweed is now possible using specialist root barriers. A system of […]
Read moreHow Much Does Japanese Knotweed Removal Cost?
Japanese Knotweed | 26th September 2022If you have searched online for the title of this blog, then you have searched for one of the most […]
Read moreJapanese Knotweed Excavation vs Herbicide Treatment
Japanese Knotweed | 10th August 2022Selecting the correct Japanese control method Japanese Knotweed is a well-known invasive weed that brings with it not only the […]
Read moreWhat are the implications of new RICS Japanese knotweed guidance?
Japanese Knotweed | 23rd March 2022From today (23rd March 2022), the RICS Guidance note ‘Japanese knotweed and residential property’ (GN2022) becomes effective, but what does […]
Read more10 Benefits of Root Barrier Control Membrane Installation
Japanese Knotweed | 16th May 2021Is a root barrier control membrane the right solution for your Japanese Knotweed invasion? Find out how to protect your […]
Read moreHow root barriers can help to prevent the spread of Japanese knotweed
Japanese Knotweed | 08th May 2021Specialist root barriers can be installed to prevent the continued spread of invasive Japanese knotweed. Those who are plagued by […]
Read moreFour Ways To Prevent Japanese Knotweed Spreading
Japanese Knotweed | 29th April 2021PBA Solutions implements several methods to prevent the continued spread of Japanese knotweed on your property. How does Japanese knotweed […]
Read moreThe best way of controlling Japanese knotweed
Japanese Knotweed | 20th April 2021There are several successful methods for managing a Japanese knotweed invasion. We favour leading with herbicides. Once you have successfully […]
Read moreCase Study: Former Hospital Site Removal of Japanese Knotweed
Japanese Knotweed | 12th April 2021Project details: Client A major London developer Type of property: Removal of Japanese Knotweed from a former hospital site in […]
Read moreSelling a house with Japanese knotweed
Japanese Knotweed | 24th March 2021Japanese knotweed (Reynoutria japonica, Fallopia japonica, and Polygonum cuspidatum) is arguably the most widespread and pernicious weeds in the UK. […]
Read moreWhat you need to know about Japanese knotweed and mortgages
Japanese Knotweed | 11th September 2020Let’s talk about Japanese knotweed and mortgages. Getting a property sold or purchased that has or has had Japanese knotweed […]
Read more5 Benefits Of A Residential Japanese Knotweed Survey
Japanese Knotweed | 09th July 2020Why bother getting a Japanese knotweed survey done on your property? Well if you’re not aware Japanese knotweed has the […]
Read moreWhat To Do If You Spot Signs Of Japanese Knotweed Early
Japanese Knotweed | 29th April 2020Japanese knotweed early growth Control So you’ve spotted a nasty weed which you think might be Japanese knotweed early growth? […]
Read moreA Simple Guide: Root Barrier Systems
Japanese Knotweed | 17th April 2020Our simple guide to containing or blocking roots If you need to contain or block roots from any plant, then […]
Read more8 Key Features of Cutex Root Barrier
Japanese Knotweed | 26th March 2020Blocks root growth in two ways The copper film in CuTex root barrier isn’t there just for show. As well […]
Read moreHow to choose a Japanese Knotweed Specialist
Japanese Knotweed | 20th March 2020Helping you make the right choice when it comes to a Japanese knotweed specialist Removing Japanese knotweed requires a professional […]
Read moreWhat is a Japanese Knotweed Membrane?
Japanese Knotweed | 06th March 2020A Japanese Knotweed Membrane is a root barrier specifically designed and tested to block knotweed. When correctly used Japanese knotweed […]
Read moreAnd The PCA Contractor Of The Year 2019 Goes To…
Japanese Knotweed | 04th January 2020What makes an award-winning company? Unless you live in some Trumpian* version of our economy where backhanders, nepotism, threats and […]
Read moreContamination Expo NEC 11-12 Sept – Here we come!
Japanese Knotweed | 15th July 2019PBA Solutions are pleased to announce that we are exhibiting at the Contamination Expo in September. Come and see us! […]
Read moreProperty Care Association Code of Practice – Updated
Japanese Knotweed | 26th June 2019The PCA has developed a Japanese knotweed Code of Practice at the request of the RICS and CML. This has now been […]
Read moreJapanese knotweed has friends – So correct identification is essential!
Japanese Knotweed | 11th June 2019The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 in the spotlight. While the focus of Invasive Weed companies such as PBA Solutions […]
Read moreGovernment Inquiry Report on Japanese Knotweed Published and Critiqued
Japanese Knotweed | 30th May 2019The Government’s Science and Technology Committee Inquiry on Japanese Knotweed, Report has been published The Team at PBA watched the […]
Read moreInvasive Species Week 2019 – are you aware?
Japanese Knotweed | 21st May 2019The NNSS (Non-Native Species Secretariat) invasive species awareness week The NNSS have chosen this week as Invasive Species Week 2019 […]
Read moreA Reality Check – Japanese Knotweed Infestations
Japanese Knotweed | 02nd May 2019A Reality Check – Japanese knotweed infestations Examining the question – Is the current reputation of Japanese knotweed a fair […]
Read moreWaistell v Network Rail
Japanese Knotweed | 31st August 2018Japanese Knotweed Court of Appeal Judgment – Success for Homeowners The topic of Japanese knotweed encroachment from neighbouring land has […]
Read moreJapanese knotweed features in BBC Rip Off Britain
Japanese Knotweed | 20th June 2018Japanese knotweed features in BBC Rip Off Britain This week the BBC programme Rip-off Britain ran an item on the […]
Read moreJapanese Knotweed Eradication
Japanese Knotweed | 02nd March 2018Japanese knotweed Eradication, Extermination, Elimination, Obliteration, Annihilation, Extinction! – whatever you call it, can it be done? This week […]
Read moreID MY Weed
Japanese Knotweed | 04th July 2017Here at PBA Solutions we offer an “ID MY Weed” service via our website. We are always interested to see […]
Read moreGarden Improvements
Japanese Knotweed | 05th June 2017With the last frosts past and warm weather calling us out into burgeoning gardens, now is the time we think […]
Read moreThe Avon Cycleway Challenge – C4U – Cycle for Uganda
Japanese Knotweed | 23rd May 2017C4U – Cycle for Uganda – Saturday 10th June Revving up for the 88 mile cycle ride around the Avon Cycle […]
Read moreInvasive Species – Spring Watch | Top 4 to Watch
Japanese Knotweed | 07th April 2017As spring burgeons in garden and countryside the non-native invasive plant species are romping ahead again. Whilst they may look […]
Read moreJapanese Knotweed Treatment: A Method That Really Works
Japanese Knotweed | 08th June 2016For anyone facing a battle with the infamous invasive weed, Fallopia Japonica, the task of getting rid of Japanese knotweed […]
Read moreJapanese Knotweed Mortgage Problems: The Latest Facts!
Japanese Knotweed | 25th May 2016If you’re reading this blog then the chances are that you’ve got Japanese knotweed mortgage problems and your property purchase […]
Read moreJapanese Knotweed Insurance Backed Guarantee is Safe!
Japanese Knotweed | 12th May 2016What’s included in an insurance backed guarantee for Japanese knotweed? An insurance backed guarantee for Japanese knotweed (an IBG) should provide a client […]
Read moreStella Creasy MP and Knotweed
Japanese Knotweed | 14th January 2016Stella Creasy MP and Knotweed Recently Stella Creasy MP compared Japanese Knotweed to Payday loan companies; is this comparison justified? […]
Read moreJapanese Knotweed Legislation
Japanese Knotweed | 14th January 2016New Japanese Knotweed Legislation 2014 PBA Solutions is offering free training to councils and the police in light of the […]
Read moreBeing a PCA Member
Japanese Knotweed | 21st October 2015Being a PCA Member As a leading invasive weed removal specialist, PBA Solutions is proud to be a founding member […]
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