The first step would be to have a Survey and Management Plan carried out by ourselves as qualified Japanese knotweed surveyors. This Survey and Management Plan contains all the relevant information required to either treat or excavate this pernicious weed. 

It is best to identify and treat Japanese knotweed as soon as possible as this not only leads to a faster resolution but is more cost effective stopping an escalation of costs. Most of the time your neighbour may not have identified the Japanese knotweed and therefore may not be aware of the damage it can cause. If you think that your neighbour has Japanese knotweed you should alert them as soon as possible as it can cause serious damage to their property and the environment. If you prefer, once we have completed the survey we can contact your neighbour on your behalf.

Do not take legal action until you have let them know about the issue, as they may not be aware. If they are reluctant, simply explain the damage it can do to their property and recommend they research it themselves. This should be enough to encourage them to take action. If you would like to speak to us about your personal situation, please give us a ring on one of the numbers from the contact list above.