There's always a new story about Japanese knotweed popping up somewhere in the UK. If you've read any of these articles, then you'll probably be aware that you can get fined and even go to jail for ignoring or not controlling Japanese knotweed on your property.

It's all well and good knowing about Japanese knotweed and the law, but has anyone actually gone to jail for ignoring Japanese knotweed on their property? Let's find out...

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Japanese knotweed has a bad reputation, and deservedly so. This invasive plant grows fast, and it’s very difficult to get rid of.

However, it could be argued that the UK media have exaggerated the threat posed by Japanese knotweed. Some news reports would have you believe that the plant can bulldoze entire houses if left to grow unchecked—but while the plant can cause a number of issues for homeowners, actual structural damage is very rare.

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Japanese knotweed is one of those plants that homeowners fear. Not only is it notoriously difficult to get rid of, but it can also cause a number of structural and legal problems too.

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Today we're taking a closer look at Japanese knotweed's capabilities to find out if it can damage foundations.

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Nowadays, everything we do begs the question - what impact will this have on climate change? Whether it's choosing a toothbrush or fueling your car - if it's bad for the environment, we're told to avoid it at all costs.

Today, we take a closer look at Japanese knotweed to find out what impact it is having on the climate, and whether there's anything that can be done to minimise its effects.

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It is agreed amongst professionals and experts that the invasive plant Japanese knotweed can cause problems to homes and properties as a result of its ability to grow and spread at an alarming rate. But can Japanese knotweed cause subsidence? Taylor Total Weed Control is here to help you find out! 

Before we can look into whether knotweed can cause subsidence, we must first try to understand what subsidence means. According to the Cambridge Dictionary, the term subsidence means 'the process by which land or buildings sink to a lower level'. Therefore, the understanding is whether Japanese knotweed possesses the ability to cause lands or buildings to sink, leading to extreme structural damage.

Many varying opinions exist on this topic, with some arguing that knotweed does cause subsidence and some arguing that it doesn't. We're here to offer our professional opinion on the matter to try and answer the questions as best we can as well as letting you know how Taylor Total Weed Control can help if you've spotted knotweed on or near your property and are worried about the potential damage it can cause.

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