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Japanese knotweed removal South East England
Specialists in the management, control and removal of invasive plants including Japanese knotweed, Bamboo and Horsetail
South East
Our South East region is served by Samir Shanji, supported by Technical Lead Will Joy, based at our Head Office near Woking. We cover Southend-on-Sea, Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex and Kent.
"A local service provided by a market-leading national company."
We know invasive plants such as Japanese knotweed and bamboo can cause stress and worry, we’re here to help. With over twenty years’ experience we can advise you on the best course of action within your budget. Our teams are experienced in carrying out the treatment or removal work with minimal disruption to you.
What our clients say
Reviews
Richard responded to my email asking…
by Chocozicke
“Richard responded to my email asking for identification from pictures of the plants, immediately. This service is free of charge. All they ask for is a donation to a charity, which is really nice of them. Would definitely recommend them.”
Lovely company
by Jessie Cooper
“Lovely company. I am buying a flat in a high risk japanese knotweed area and spotted some suspicious looking shoots in the garden. Emailed photos to Environet who responded super speedily to reassure me it wasn’t knotweed. They asked for a donation to one of their justgiving charities instead of charging a fee for identification which is such a lovely idea!”
I contacted Environet Uk to discuss my concern about Japanese knotweed.
by Mr A
“I was advised how their identification system operated and was asked to send clear photographic images by email, which I did. Within 3 hours, I received a response. Very impressed by the professional manner this was dealt with. Thank you.”
Fantastic identification service!
by RF
“Fantastic identification service! I received an email response 1 hour after I sent the company an email with photos. I was advised that the weeds in the photos were not Japanese knotweed which was a huge relief.”
Japanese knotweed identification
by Lee Atkins
“I Can’t fault how professional this company is I spoke with a very professional lady on the telephone that gave me all the information and support we needed.This was followed up by a assessment of some pictures which has given us the piece of mind we need. Thank you”
Japanese knotweed and other invasive plants have become a common sight across the South East of England since their introduction in the 19th century, colonising our gardens and parks, verges and waterways. Japanese knotweed is the most problematic, closely followed by bamboo which has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its screening qualities but will spread rampantly if left unchecked. Other invasive plants such as horsetail, giant hogweed, Himalayan balsam and cotoneaster can also cause considerable problems.
Knotweed is found throughout the South East region, with notable hotspots in Woking, Brighton and Hove, Tunbridge Wells and Hastings.
Japanese knotweed can damage property, lead to expensive repairs and spread to neighbouring properties, creating complicated legal issues. It can even cause home values to plummet and make them difficult to sell. We have successfully helped hundreds of homeowners across the region overcome problems that Japanese knotweed has caused on their properties.
Bamboo also spreads, its rhizomes extending 30 feet or more, with new shoots appearing through lawns and patios. Where this occurs in an adjacent property it can result in neighbour disputes which can ultimately lead to legal action.
If you’re looking for the best in invasive plant removal in the South East, call Environet today to speak with our dedicated, highly experienced team. We’re able to offer our customers the benefit of working with a market-leading, specialist company, that prides itself on a personalised, local service.
Based at our Head Office in Surrey, Samir joined Environet in 2022. With a BSc in Geography, Samir started with a great footing in understanding the impacts of invasive plants on the built environment and he now helps homeowners across the region tackle these invasive and destructive plants. Consultant Will Joy has specialised in Japanese knotweed treatment and removal for over a decade, with extensive experience dealing with the plant in a variety of situations from small residential gardens to multi-million-pound commercial development sites.
Invasive Plant Specialists
Our Services
Identification
Our experts will help you identify Japanese knotweed as well as a variety of other invasive plants
Management Plans
Our experienced surveyors will come to your property and create a tailored solution to your invasive plant problem
Removal
Identification
Our teams have the expertise to help you successfully identify the plant that you are dealing with
Removal
We help businesses develop land affected by Japanese knotweed, Bamboo and other invasive plants
Consultancy
With over 25 years’ experience in the knotweed industry, we offer a variety of consultancy services
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Knowledge Hub
Japanese Knotweed UK Heatmap
Introducing KnotSure™: A Smarter Way to Assess Japanese Knotweed Risk
Impact of Invasive Weeds on Native Wildlife
Best gardening practices to reduce invasive species risk
Introducing KnotSure™: A Smarter Way to Assess Japanese Knotweed Risk
‘How does Japanese knotweed affect property sales’
“How to identify invasive plants and understand the risk they present”
Start fixing your invasive plant problem today by requesting a survey
Request a survey
Rest assured, where invasive species are identified at an early stage and tackled correctly, problems can usually be avoided. Our specialist consultants complete thorough surveys to identify the extent of the problem. Our plans aren’t one-size-fits-all; they’re customised to tackle the invasive species at your property effectively, taking account of all of your requirements.
GET IN TOUCH
Contact us
Our team of experts is available between 9am and 5:30pm, Monday to Friday to answer your enquiries and advise you on the next steps
Want a survey?
If you already know you have an invasive plant problem, you can request a survey online in less than two minutes by providing a few brief details. A member of the team will swiftly come back to you with further information and our availability.
Need quick plant identification?
Simply upload a few images of your problem plant to our identification form and one of our invasive plant experts will take a look and let you know, free of charge what you are dealing with. We’ll also be there to help with next steps where necessary.
