by Toma | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles
Initial Inspection Purpose A party wall surveyor will visit both your property and your neighbour’s before any work begins to assess the condition of the shared wall or boundary structures. Documenting the Condition This inspection results in a Schedule of Condition...
by Toma | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles
Qualifications to Look For Not all surveyors are qualified to act under the Party Wall Act. Look for professionals who are members of recognised bodies like the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Experience Matters Experience is key. Surveyors who...
by Toma | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles
The Legal Requirement Serving a Party Wall Notice is not just good practice—it’s a legal requirement under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 whenever you plan to carry out construction works affecting shared walls, boundaries, or structures adjacent to a neighbour’s...
by Toma | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles
Why Early Communication Matters Starting a conversation with neighbours before formally serving a Party Wall Notice can make a significant difference. It prevents surprises and gives neighbours time to understand and prepare for the upcoming works. Building Trust and...
by Toma | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles
Understanding Party Wall Disputes Disputes commonly arise from neighbours objecting to proposed works, concerns about damage, or disagreement on procedures. Initial Steps to Manage Disputes Attempt open dialogue to clarify concerns Consult party wall surveyors for...
by Toma | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles
New Build Projects and Party Walls Building a new structure on or near a boundary line often involves party wall considerations. Serving Notices for New Boundary Walls If your new build includes constructing a wall on the boundary, you must serve a Party Wall Notice...
