by Simple Survey | Feb 27, 2026 | Article
If you search online for opinions about party wall surveyors, you will not have to look far to find frustration. Some homeowners feel the process is slow, overly fussy, or deliberately difficult. Sometimes that perception is unfair—party wall can be genuinely...
by Simple Survey | Feb 27, 2026 | Article
Many adjoining owners are understandably uneasy about the idea of a building owner—or their contractors—entering their property. It can feel intrusive. It can raise concerns about privacy, security, disruption, and the risk of things being left untidy. Those concerns...
by Simple Survey | Feb 18, 2026 | Article
Chimney breast removal is one of the most common “quietly serious” domestic projects we see. Homeowners often describe it as internal, straightforward, and cosmetic. In reality, removing a chimney breast attached to, or forming part of, a shared wall is frequently a...
by Simple Survey | Jan 9, 2026 | Article
In most cases, they rise or fall based on how much professional time the matter consumes—and that is heavily influenced by what you do before and during the Party Wall process. Below is practical, building-owner-focused advice to help you keep fees under control while...
by Simple Survey | Jan 9, 2026 | Article
Party wall work in 2026 isn’t changing because the Act has suddenly become “new” (it hasn’t). It’s changing because projects, neighbours, timelines, and expectations are changing—and that’s what typically drives party wall outcomes in the real world. Below are Simple...
by Simple Survey | Jan 9, 2026 | Article
Understanding the Trends, What Drives Costs, and How to Plan Your Budget One of the most common questions we get from homeowners and developers is: “Will Party Wall surveyor fees increase in 2026?” With rising construction costs and shifting market conditions, it...
