by Simple Survey | Feb 12, 2026 | Party Walls
Access is where party wall tensions flare up fast. Homeowners feel entitled because it’s “their project.” Neighbours feel invaded because it’s “their home.” At Simple Survey, we treat access with one rule: only what’s needed, explained clearly, handled respectfully....
by Simple Survey | Feb 12, 2026 | Party Walls
We hear this constantly: “We’ve got planning—so we’re fine, right?” Not necessarily. Planning permission, building control, and party wall are related in the sense that they all affect building work—but they are not interchangeable. At Simple Survey, we help...
by Simple Survey | Feb 12, 2026 | Party Walls
Party wall cost questions are emotional because building budgets are already stretched. The big fear is: “Am I going to be forced to pay whatever my neighbour’s surveyor wants?” At Simple Survey, we tackle this with honesty. There are general cost norms in party wall...
by Simple Survey | Feb 12, 2026 | Party Walls
Party wall surveying isn’t just about knowledge of the Act. It’s about process. The same project can be smooth under one approach and painful under another—purely because of communication style, clarity, and how tightly the job is managed. At Simple Survey, we built...
by Simple Survey | Feb 12, 2026 | Party Walls
Party wall problems usually aren’t caused by the bricks. They’re caused by uncertainty—especially about what the adjoining owner can request, refuse, or delay. At Simple Survey, we believe the fastest route is the clearest route. So we explain the adjoining owner’s...
