by Simple Survey | Sep 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
When works fall under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, access is often the make-or-break issue. Scaffolds, flashing into a neighbour’s wall, raising or repairing a party fence wall, or excavation close to a structure—all can require stepping onto the adjoining land....
by Simple Survey | Sep 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
Under Section 10 of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, two appointed surveyors must “forthwith” select a Third Surveyor. Most files never need them. But when negotiations stall—or a narrow point of law or procedure needs a definitive answer—the Third Surveyor is the...
by Simple Survey | Sep 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
Great party wall surveying isn’t just about quoting the Act. It’s the craft of converting potential flashpoints into clear, fair, and actionable agreements—so projects can move forward without unnecessary friction. The “art” sits where law, construction, and people...
by Simple Survey | Sep 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
If you’re about to trigger the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you’ve probably discovered two things fast: prices are all over the place, and service quality varies even more. Here’s a clear, no-spin comparison of Simple Survey versus the typical market experience—so you...
by Simple Survey | Sep 26, 2025 | Uncategorised
When you’re navigating the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, the person you appoint can accelerate your project—or derail it. Because “Party Wall Surveyor” isn’t a protected title, anyone can call themselves one. That makes it vital to understand the difference between...
