Nationwide installation of vertical root barriers, horizontal membranes and full containment cells for long‑term Japanese Knotweed protection on residential, commercial and development sites.
Experts in Physical Containment & Long‑Term Protection
IVM installs PCA‑approved root barrier and membrane systems designed to prevent Japanese Knotweed rhizomes from spreading into protected areas. Our solutions include vertical barriers, horizontal capping layers and full containment cells for residential, commercial and development sites. If you're unsure whether the plant on your land is Knotweed, our guide to Knotweed Lookalikes can help you confirm before taking action.
Nearly Two Decades of Specialist Knotweed Containment Experience
Since 2007, we have delivered root barrier installations, containment systems and long‑term management plans across the UK. Our team supports homeowners, surveyors, developers and commercial clients, ensuring safe, effective and fully documented Knotweed control. If you’ve just discovered Knotweed and aren’t sure what to do next, our guide on What To Do If You Have Knotweed provides a clear step‑by‑step overview.
Qualified, Accredited & Highly Experienced
Our directors bring over 95 years of combined industry experience. All membrane installations follow strict Health & Safety, environmental and engineering protocols, with operatives trained to recognised national standards. You can also learn how excavation compares to herbicide treatment in our guide to Excavation vs Herbicide.
PCA‑Accredited & Lender‑Approved
As a PCA‑registered contractor, we provide root barrier systems and containment solutions that form part of lender‑approved Knotweed Management Plans. For more detail on how lenders assess risk, see our guide to Knotweed & Mortgages.
Clear, Transparent Support
All quotations, installation plans and monitoring reports are clear and easy to understand. We work closely with surveyors, developers and homeowners to meet timelines, manage budgets and ensure full regulatory compliance. For legal responsibilities relating to Knotweed, including property boundaries and development sites, see Knotweed & the Law.
Nationwide Coverage
With offices in Birmingham, the Midlands, Cambridgeshire and Oxfordshire, we provide nationwide root barrier installation and containment services. All surveyors hold the CSJK qualification, ensuring accurate assessment and compliant system design. You can also explore real‑world outcomes in our Case Studies.
For fully compliant Japanese Knotweed root barrier and membrane installation, speak to the experts — Contact IVM.
For Japanese Knotweed root barrier, membrane installation or containment cell enquiries, please contact your nearest IVM office:
IVM Midlands Office
Hill Top, 11 Ley Rise, Sedgley, West Midlands, DY3 3EUIVM Cambridge Office
118 Greenhaze Lane, Great Cambourne, Cambridge, CB23 5BHIVM Sales Office
2 Stone Cross, Water Orton, Birmingham, B46 1NAIVM South West Office
Orchard Way, Witney, Oxford, OX28 4EPFor more details about how we support our clients, including guidance on surveys, treatment plans and aftercare, you can visit our Customer Service page using the link below.
Customer Service