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Filling in the short form below will instantly give you a set of contact details for experts who can help you with advice on problems with invasive weeds (Japanese knotweed etc). You will be provided with their full contact details, all within less than a second, and you will then be able to contact them directly to discuss your situation in more detail.

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Filling in the short form above will instantly give you a set of contact details for experts who can help you with advice on problems with invasive weeds (Japanese knotweed etc). You will be provided with their full contact details, all within less than a second, and you will then be able to contact them directly to discuss your situation in more detail.

What are ‘invasive weeds’

Invasive weeds ‘are either native plant species that grow well in disturbed or nutrient-enriched conditions, to the detriment of other plant and animal species, or non-native plants that have been introduced to this country by accident or as a consequence of trade or deliberate collection. The latter tend to grow in situations where native plants of similar form do not’. Extract taken from an Environment Agency leaflet entitled Managing Invasive Non-native Plants

Non-native plants cause more damage than native plants they are also more difficult to eradicate.

When non-native invasive plants become established they can have cause serious damage to the ecosystem such as flooding, threaten or endanger native species.

Which plants are classified as invasive?

Currently there are 7 non-native plants listed by the Environment Agency, these are Japanese knotweed, Giant Hogweed, Himalayan Balsam, Australian Swamp Stonecrop, Parrot’s Feather, Floating Pennywort and Creeping Water Primrose,

What is an Invasive Weed Report?

You will need to discuss your requirements with the contractor you have chosen but usually the report would involve a site visit, identify the plant, assess the damage or potential damage and make recommendations for eradication.  Invasive weeds have to be disposed of in accordance with Environment Agency guidelines.

When do I need to get an invasive weed report?

You are responsible for looking after the land you occupy. If you suspect there are non-native invasive weeds on this land, it is recommended you seek professional advice. http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/wildlife/default.aspx  is a link to the section on the Environment Agency website that gives lots of information about non-native invasive weeds. There are also colour photographs of each of the plants.

Harmful Weeds

The 1959 Weeds Acts lists five weeds that are particularly harmful to certain animals or humans. They are: Common Ragwort, Spear Thistle, Creeping or Field Thistle, Broad Leaved Dock and Curled Dock. If you occupy land (you don’t have to own it) you could be served an enforcement notice if you do not take action to prevent the weeds from spreading.

http://www.defra.gov.uk/wildlife-pets/wildlife-management/weeds-act-1959/  for more  information  about injurious weeds.

Do you want to be listed on the Local Electricians Direct website?

If you provide services to help with Invasive Weeds and would like to be listed on our website, simply complete the registration form and we will arrange a free trial for you.

Customer Feedback

Below is some feedback from the Customers of our website:

The survey appointment fitted in with my timeline very nicely. The report was delivered quickly. Happy with the cost. Pleasant and courteous office staff.
David, Norfolk
Responded quickly and fully to a query we raised following his report.
Patricia, Norfolk
Our surveyor has been extremely helpful even helping us with advice and comments that our solicitor was concerned about. Professionalism : All persons I spoke to on the phone were very professional
Karen, Norwich
Promptness of response : Fast efficient service Quality of service : Thorough survey backed up with detailed explanation on the phone Value for money : Very fair price for what was undertaken Professionalism : Prompt and efficient throughout
John, Norfolk
Promptness of response : Accommodated my request of a particular day of the week, so I could meet the surveyor on the day. Quality of service : Surveyor (Mr Saeed) was very thorough and took his time to explain his key findings on the day of the survey. He explained things in a simple way, and was happy to address any concerns we had about the property. The surveyor said the report could take up to 5 working days to be completed, and we received it on the 5th working day. Surveyor was good at answering any other queries we had following the report on the telephone. I would use them again.
Mrs Dewan, Egham

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