Looking for rock-solid Party Wall support that doesn’t torch your budget? That’s exactly why Simple Survey exists. We’ve engineered a lean, digital-first service that delivers everything you need to comply with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996—at the lowest total cost we can find in England & Wales. If you receive a like-for-like written quote that genuinely beats ours, we’ll beat it.
Below, you’ll find how we keep costs down, what’s included, and why thousands of homeowners and developers choose our fixed-fee, no-nonsense approach.
Why we’re the cheapest (and still reliable)
1) Fixed fees, clear scope
No open-ended hourly meters for standard work. We package the common Party Wall tasks into predictable, published fees—so you can budget once and move on.
2) Digital by default
We prepare, exchange and serve documents electronically wherever permitted under the Act. That slashes admin, print, and postage overhead—and your bill.
3) Do it right, first time
Mistakes at the notice or drafting stage cause delays (and extra fees). Our templates and workflows have been refined on thousands of matters, so you don’t pay to fix avoidable errors.
4) Early engagement = fewer disputes
We coach you on neighbour comms and clean documentation so respondents understand the proposals and process. Fewer flashpoints = fewer expensive escalations.
5) National coverage
We operate across England & Wales, with capacity to start quickly and keep momentum—without “priority” surcharges.
What we handle (so you don’t have to)
- Party Wall Notices under Sections 1, 2 and/or 6 (correct forms, content, and timing).
- Notice strategy for freeholders, long leaseholders, and buildings split into flats (who to notify—and how).
- Response management—consent, dissent, agreed surveyor appointments, or non-response pathways (including Section 10(4)).
- Party Wall Awards that are proportionate, enforceable and aligned with the works and the Act.
- Third Surveyor protocol—selection “forthwith”, smart referrals where needed, and cost control.
- Security for Expenses (Section 12)—clear recommendations and fair structures where appropriate.
- Access & logistics under Section 8—sensible conditions that let the works proceed without unnecessary friction.
Short version: if it sits inside the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, we’ll manage it efficiently and cheaply.
Typical pricing (guide)
Every project has its quirks, but here’s how our fees usually land for straightforward domestic schemes:
- Party Wall Notice service: £25 per adjoining ownership (multi-notice bundles discounted).
- Act administration as Agreed Surveyor (single surveyor): typically £300 fixed-fee, depending on complexity and number of notices/owners.
- Two-surveyor route (we act for the Building Owner): fixed-fee proposals from £325 for our side. (The Adjoining Owner’s surveyor often bills hourly; we work to keep those costs reasonable and contained.)
- Complex works (deep excavations, multi-owner blocks): we’ll still offer the fixed pricing as above!
No surprises, no creeping extras. You’ll know the number before we start.
How we keep your total cost low (not just our fee)
- Neighbour-ready documents. Clarity reduces knee-jerk dissents.
- Tight scopes. Awards that are proportionate to the actual works, not kitchen-sink legalese.
- Smart escalation. If a referral is inevitable, we keep it laser-focused to avoid runaway Third Surveyor costs.
- Progress, not ping-pong. We maintain professional momentum so your project isn’t racking up delay bills elsewhere.
Who pays?
Under the Act, the Building Owner pays the reasonable costs of administering the procedures because they benefit from the works.
FAQs
Are you really the cheapest?
We’ve built our model to be the lowest-cost like-for-like service we’ve seen.
Is “Party Wall Surveyor” a protected title?
No. That’s why our team is packed with specialist practitioners who live and breathe the Act, and why our documents and processes map tightly to current case law and best practice.
Do you cover my area?
Yes. We operate across England & Wales.
What if my neighbour ignores the notice?
The Act anticipates non-response. We’ll move you through the Section 10(4) pathway correctly and keep things moving—without drama.
Can you act as the Agreed Surveyor?
Absolutely—if both owners are comfortable. The Agreed Surveyor route is usually the fastest and cheapest way to a compliant Award.
What if the two-surveyor route is unavoidable?
Then we keep it efficient. We push for early, sensible agreement; we document positions clearly; and if a Third Surveyor referral is truly needed, we keep it as narrow and cost-controlled as possible.
Do you handle complex projects (e.g., deep excavations)?
Yes. We’ll give you a fixed fee proposal and a plan to manage risk, neighbours, and timelines efficiently.
How fast can you start?
Usually same or next working day for notice prep once we have the basics (addresses, drawings, programme). We keep momentum so statutory timelines don’t bite.
Are there hidden costs?
No. We’ll set out exactly what’s included and flag any optional extras (e.g., additional owners, extra notices) before we begin.
Bottom line
You want Party Wall compliance that’s quick, correct, and cheap. That’s our entire business model. From first notice to final award, Simple Survey keeps your project moving—and your costs down.
Get the UK’s cheapest like-for-like Party Wall quote today.
Email team@simplesurvey.co.uk with your address, a brief of the works, and any drawings—or ask for our one-page intake form. Prefer a call? Pop your number in the email and we’ll ring you back promptly.
Simple Survey — the smart, low-cost way to get your Party Wall paperwork done.