by Simple Survey | Nov 5, 2025 | Uncategorised
Hearing from a neighbour, contractor or surveyor that “a dispute has arisen” can sound alarming. Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, however, “dispute” is a technical term—not a falling-out. Here’s a clear, comprehensive guide to what it means, how it’s resolved, and...
by Simple Survey | Nov 5, 2025 | Uncategorised
Have you been told that your neighbour’s contractor can come onto your land? Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, that can be correct—but only in tightly defined circumstances and under strict safeguards. Here’s the clear, practical guide you need. 1) Yes—access rights...
by Simple Survey | Nov 5, 2025 | Uncategorised
Have works started on site and you’ve noticed damage? Don’t panic. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 provides a clear procedure to identify the cause, agree the remedy and secure payment. Below is a practical, end-to-end workflow you can follow today. 1) Alert the Party...
by Simple Survey | Nov 5, 2025 | Uncategorised
Fed up with a surveyor who’s slow, unclear or seemingly biased? We hear this a lot. Here’s the hard truth first: under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, once a surveyor is properly appointed you cannot dismiss them just because you’re unhappy. Their duty is to the Act,...
by Simple Survey | Nov 5, 2025 | Uncategorised
Confused about who party wall surveyors are, what they do and who pays? Here’s the clear, no-nonsense guide. 1) First things first: anyone can call themselves a “party wall surveyor” Yes, really. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 defines a “surveyor” as any person not...
by Simple Survey | Nov 5, 2025 | Uncategorised
(We make a confusing process simple.) Whether you’re planning a loft, rear extension or basement, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 sets the rules that keep projects moving and neighbours protected. Here’s the clear, no-nonsense route through it—what happens, who decides,...
