Removing Japanese Knotweed in Runcorn is highly important, as it can cause structural damage to walls, buildings and structural foundations! This is why most mortgage lenders refuse to lend against a property which has the presence of Japanese Knotweed causing damage. What options do you have if you are looking to sell your property but have Japanese Knotweed growing on yours/neighbouring land?

Initially we would recommend that you have a site survey carried out on the property, as we will be able to determine the following:

• Age of stands
• Origin of stands
• If there is structural damage / premise of structural damage
• RICS assessment
• If the stands are located to any high-risk areas
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Knowledge of this information will help you to pinpoint liability. As if the Knotweed has not originated on your property, and has spread over from your neighbour’s property, they are accountable for the treatment and eradication of the Japanese Knotweed. If the Japanese Knotweed does spread onto neighbouring land, they may be subject to a £2,500.00 fine and an ABSO.