by Simple Survey | Apr 10, 2026 | Article
If you have received a party wall notice or are planning works and need to serve one, one of the most important parts of the process is understanding consent vs dissent under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. This is an area that causes a great deal of confusion. Many...
by Simple Survey | Apr 9, 2026 | Article
Loft conversions are among the most common types of works that trigger the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. For many building owners, the purpose of a loft conversion is straightforward: to create additional usable accommodation, whether that be an extra bedroom, an...
by Simple Survey | Apr 9, 2026 | Article
One of the most common questions we are asked here at Simple Survey by adjoining owners is whether appointing an agreed surveyor is the right statutory option in response to a building owner’s party wall notice. It is an understandable question. Adjoining owners...
by Simple Survey | Apr 9, 2026 | Article
At Simple Survey, we are proud to offer some of the most cost-effective party wall surveying fees and services in the market. Over the years, we have assisted thousands of clients across England and Wales on a wide variety of projects, ranging from straightforward...
by Simple Survey | Apr 9, 2026 | Article
When building works affect a shared wall, boundary, or neighbouring structure, the importance of appointing the right party wall surveyor cannot be overstated. Party wall matters are often seen as a box-ticking exercise, but in reality, they require care, judgement,...
by Simple Survey | Mar 24, 2026 | Article
When something goes wrong before the party wall process is properly in place, the dispute can spill outside the party wall framework. That can mean parallel routes: one to control future works, another to deal with loss or damage that has already happened. The...
